--- product_id: 276501959 title: "Seachem Malawi/Victoria Buffer, 300 g" brand: "seachem" price: "A$32" currency: AUD in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Seachem" url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/276501959-seachem-malawi-victoria-buffer-300-g store_origin: AU region: Australia --- # carbonate salt blend pH stabilized 7.8-8.4 Made in USA quality Seachem Malawi/Victoria Buffer, 300 g **Brand:** seachem **Price:** A$32 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌊 Elevate your cichlid’s world with precision-crafted lake vibes! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Seachem Malawi/Victoria Buffer, 300 g by seachem - **How much does it cost?** A$32 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/276501959-seachem-malawi-victoria-buffer-300-g) ## Best For - seachem enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted seachem brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Synergistic Formula:** Optimized for use with cichlid lake salt & trace for ultimate water balance - • **Precision pH Control:** Maintains ideal 7.8-8.4 pH for vibrant cichlids - • **Trusted by Enthusiasts:** Highly rated by hobbyists ensuring healthy, thriving fish tanks - • **Premium Quality Assurance:** Manufactured in the USA with BPA-free ingredients for safe aquatic environments - • **Authentic Habitat Replication:** Replicates Malawi/Victoria lake water chemistry for natural fish behavior ## Overview Seachem Malawi/Victoria Buffer is a 300g powder blend of carbonate salts designed to replicate the natural water conditions of Malawi and Victoria lakes. It stabilizes pH between 7.8 and 8.4, increases water hardness and buffering capacity, and is best used alongside cichlid lake salt and trace elements. Made in the USA and BPA-free, it supports healthy, vibrant cichlid fish environments trusted by aquarists worldwide. ## Description Malawi Victoria buffer is a blend of carbonate salts designed to enhance the natural environment of cichlids by increasing hardness, buffer capacity, and pH. It is formulated to maintain a pH of 7.8 and 8.4. For optimum replication of the Malawi/Victoria environment, use with cichlid lake salt and cichlid trace. Review: Excellent product.I have healthy fish.Thank you so much Adam Altman - This is a fantastic product. I buy this for my sons. 75 gallon fish tank. I buy it when necessary. It's fantastic that fish are healthy. It keeps a healthy fish tank. So I highly recommend it. Thank you so much. Keep making products like this .Thank you again Adam Altman Review: Works great to maintain higher ph - Was brand new. ## Features - Replicates Malawi/Victoria environment - Adjusts pH. Manufactured in United States - Use with cichlid lake salt ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000255PKI | | Allergen Information | BPA-Free | | Best Sellers Rank | #32,243 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #253 in Fish Medication & Health Supplies | | Brand | Seachem | | Brand Name | Seachem | | Country of Publication | USA | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 695 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00000116029605 | | Included Components | Seachem Malawi and Victoria Buffer 300G | | Item Form | Powder | | Item Type Name | Buffer, | | Item Weight | 12 Ounces | | Item form | Powder | | Item weight | 12 Ounces | | Liquid Volume | 10 Gallons | | Liquid volume | 10 Gallons | | Manufacturer | Seachem | | Manufacturer Part Number | 296 | | Model Number | 116029605 | | Number of Packs | 1 | | Pet Type | Fish | | Target Species | Cichlids | | UPC | 780231507836 000116029605 885138443291 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Unit count | 1 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Seachem - **Item form:** Powder - **Item weight:** 12 Ounces - **Liquid volume:** 10 Gallons - **Manufacturer:** Seachem ## Images ![Seachem Malawi/Victoria Buffer, 300 g - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61D3SewPf7L.jpg) ![Seachem Malawi/Victoria Buffer, 300 g - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81A1aURojtL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: how many tablespoon for 120 gallon plz help** A: The directions calls for one (1) level teaspoon for each 10 - 20 gallons ...so 120/10 = 12 teaspoons ... 3 teaspoons = 1 tablespoon, therefore 4 tablespoons = 12 teaspoons thats if you're using 1 teaspoons for each 10 gallons. If you're using the 20 gallons ratio it would be 2 tablespoons. **Q: Is this ok in freshwater** A: It’s made for freshwater to increase hardness and pH. It is formulated to maintain a pH of 7.8 and 8.4. **Q: can this be use for saltwater tank to raise the ph to 8.2?** A: Yes what's what my tank is 8.0 to 8.2 **Q: if i use this buffer do i still need to add water condition?** A: Yes, the buffer only adjusts pH and will not condition tap water. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent product.I have healthy fish.Thank you so much Adam Altman *by A***N on 13 May 2026* This is a fantastic product. I buy this for my sons. 75 gallon fish tank. I buy it when necessary. It's fantastic that fish are healthy. It keeps a healthy fish tank. So I highly recommend it. Thank you so much. Keep making products like this .Thank you again Adam Altman ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works great to maintain higher ph *by F***R on 8 May 2025* Was brand new. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Melhor Buffer! SEACHEM *by T***U on 20 January 2023* Produto que super recomendo para ciclídeos Malawi ! , remendo a linha completa SEACHEM ## Frequently Bought Together - Seachem Malawi/Victoria Buffer 300gram - Cichlid Lake Salt, 250 g / 8.8 oz - Seachem Cichlid Trace Elements 500ml --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/276501959-seachem-malawi-victoria-buffer-300-g](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/276501959-seachem-malawi-victoria-buffer-300-g) --- *Product available on Desertcart Australia* *Store origin: AU* *Last updated: 2026-07-04*