--- product_id: 3598893 title: "Purigen & Matrix Bio Media 250ml" brand: "seachem" price: "AED 97" currency: AED in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Seachem" url: https://www.desertcart.ae/products/3598893-purigen-and-matrix-bio-media-250ml store_origin: AE region: United Arab Emirates --- # Selective nitrogenous waste removal Regenerable with bleach solution Macro-porous synthetic polymer Purigen & Matrix Bio Media 250ml **Brand:** seachem **Price:** AED 97 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ♻️ Elevate your aquarium game with Purigen & Matrix — clarity and balance in one powerful combo! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Purigen & Matrix Bio Media 250ml by seachem - **How much does it cost?** AED 97 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ae](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/3598893-purigen-and-matrix-bio-media-250ml) ## 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 - • **Maximized Surface Area:** Spherical, macroreticular beads provide exponentially increased filtration capacity for superior water clarity. - • **Crystal-Clear Water, Fast:** Purigen’s unique macro-porous polymer removes soluble and insoluble impurities for instantly polished aquarium water. - • **Eco-Friendly Regeneration:** Easily rejuvenate Purigen with a simple bleach soak, making it a sustainable and cost-effective filtration solution. - • **Biological Stability Boost:** Paired with Matrix Bio Media, it supports beneficial bacteria growth to stabilize ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate levels. - • **Selective Organic Filtration:** Targets nitrogenous compounds and organic waste without stripping beneficial minerals, preserving your tank’s natural balance. ## Overview Seachem Purigen & Matrix Bio Media (250ml) is a premium filtration duo designed for professional-grade aquarium care. Purigen’s macro-porous synthetic polymer efficiently removes organic impurities and nitrogenous waste, delivering crystal-clear water without stripping essential minerals. Its regenerable nature ensures long-term cost savings and sustainability. Combined with Matrix Bio Media’s porous structure that fosters beneficial bacteria growth, this combo stabilizes water chemistry by controlling ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate levels. Ideal for both freshwater and marine tanks, it’s the go-to upgrade for millennial aquarium enthusiasts seeking pristine water clarity and a balanced ecosystem. ## Description Seachem Purigen is not a mixture of ion exchangers or adsorbents, but a unique macro-porous synthetic polymer that removes soluble and insoluble impurities from water at an excelled rate and capacity. Review: Powerful Combo for Crystal-Clear, Healthy Water - The Purigen & Matrix Bio Media (250ml) combo is one of the most effective upgrades you can make to any aquarium filtration system. Purigen does an incredible job at removing discoloration, organics, and impurities — the water becomes noticeably clearer within a short time, often looking “polished.” It regenerates easily, too, which makes it cost-effective in the long run. Matrix is equally impressive. Its highly porous structure provides excellent surface area for beneficial bacteria, helping stabilize ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate levels. It’s reliable, long-lasting, and works well in virtually any filter setup. Together, these two products create a powerful filtration solution that supports both water clarity and biological stability. If you want cleaner, healthier water and a more stable tank ecosystem, this pairing is a fantastic choice. Highly recommended for freshwater and marine hobbyists alike! Review: Sparkling clear water with Purigen - Seachem Purigen is an absolute game-changer for keeping aquarium water crystal clear! I simply place it in my filter, and it attracts and locks in tannins, preventing that unwanted yellow or brown tint in the water. This is especially useful for tanks with driftwood or other organic materials that release tannins over time. One of the best things about Purigen is how long-lasting and reusable it is. Unlike traditional chemical filtration media, it can be recharged with bleach and used multiple times, making it a cost-effective solution for maintaining pristine water clarity. Since using Purigen, I’ve noticed a dramatic improvement in water quality, and my fish seem happier and more vibrant. It doesn’t strip out beneficial minerals like carbon does, which is another big plus. If you're struggling with discolored or murky water, I highly recommend Seachem Purigen. It’s an easy, effective, and reliable way to keep your aquarium looking its best! ## Features - FILTRATION: Purigen ranges in color from almost white (cream) to light yellow. Seachem Purigen is not a mixture of ion exchangers or adsorbents, but a unique macro-porous synthetic polymer that removes soluble and insoluble impurities from water. - SELECTIVITY: Seachem Purigen is an organic filtration resin that works hard to remove nitrogenous compounds and waste produced by fish, corals, and even plants, making your water crystal clear. - CAPACITY: Being both spherical and macroreticular, Seachem Purigen has microscopic pores that increase its usable surface area to many times that of a purely spherical resin. - REGENERATION: Once Seachem’s Purigen is exhausted, it can be regenerated with a solution of bleach and water. The bleach will literally “burn off” the organics that have been removed from the tank. - SAFETY: Some slime coat products may permanently foul Purigen and render regeneration difficult. Do not reuse if odor of bleach/chlorine is detectable. In case of doubt, soak beads in small quantity of water and test for residual chlorine with a chlorine test kit. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000255PJE | | Allergen Information | Yam Free | | Best Sellers Rank | #16,798 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #138 in Aquarium Water Treatments | | Brand | Seachem | | Brand Name | Seachem | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 3,633 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00000116016605, 00015568976827 | | Included Components | Purigen | | Item Form | Granules | | Item Type Name | Purigen | | Item Weight | 0.5 Pounds | | Liquid Volume | 250 Milliliters | | Manufacturer | Seachem Laboratories, Inc. | | Manufacturer Part Number | 75185 | | Model Number | 166 | | Pet Type | Fish | | Target Species | Fish | | UPC | 015568976827 000116016605 | | Unit Count | 8.4 Fluid Ounces | | Warranty Description | Warranty | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Seachem - **Item Form:** Granules - **Item Weight:** 8 ounces - **Liquid Volume:** 250 Milliliters - **Manufacturer:** Seachem Laboratories, Inc. ## Images ![Purigen & Matrix Bio Media 250ml - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61aCA7Ktx+L.jpg) ![Purigen & Matrix Bio Media 250ml - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/714keBQlKFL.jpg) ![Purigen & Matrix Bio Media 250ml - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81iuE4Wr7RL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can use this in conjuction with avtivated charcoal,and im having a hard time trying to find media bag it for tetra ex70** A: You can! But honestly you don't need the carbon. Purigen does it all, it really works wonders. Keeps my tank clear and balanced. Can't say enough good things about it. The bags I use for this are called "Boyd Enterprises ABE16720 2-Pack Chemi-Bag" also on Amazon, $4.95 and you can rinse them out when you change the purigen and rescue them, my current ones are about a year old. **Q: Why can't this be shipped to my Puerto Rico address?** A: No problem shipping this to Puerto Rico. Buy from BPM Services. **Q: Would I be able to avoid the nitrogen cycle in my new 75 G. tank? I'm hoping it would just be a matter of getting the pH right. Thank You CRF** A: If you are setting up a saltwater tank you would not want to avoid the nitrogen cycle, in fact you want to establish the nitrogen cycle..ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, and I would not use purigen until you have high nitrate readings. If you are setting up a freshwater tank I do not know the answer. **Q: Iam dosing my tank with flourish currently. Would this remove those nutrients from the water?** A: No, I'm using it with R/O water and I'm doing great. I feel the nutrients are still present. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Powerful Combo for Crystal-Clear, Healthy Water *by D***C on December 9, 2025* The Purigen & Matrix Bio Media (250ml) combo is one of the most effective upgrades you can make to any aquarium filtration system. Purigen does an incredible job at removing discoloration, organics, and impurities — the water becomes noticeably clearer within a short time, often looking “polished.” It regenerates easily, too, which makes it cost-effective in the long run. Matrix is equally impressive. Its highly porous structure provides excellent surface area for beneficial bacteria, helping stabilize ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate levels. It’s reliable, long-lasting, and works well in virtually any filter setup. Together, these two products create a powerful filtration solution that supports both water clarity and biological stability. If you want cleaner, healthier water and a more stable tank ecosystem, this pairing is a fantastic choice. Highly recommended for freshwater and marine hobbyists alike! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sparkling clear water with Purigen *by L***D on February 2, 2025* Seachem Purigen is an absolute game-changer for keeping aquarium water crystal clear! I simply place it in my filter, and it attracts and locks in tannins, preventing that unwanted yellow or brown tint in the water. This is especially useful for tanks with driftwood or other organic materials that release tannins over time. One of the best things about Purigen is how long-lasting and reusable it is. Unlike traditional chemical filtration media, it can be recharged with bleach and used multiple times, making it a cost-effective solution for maintaining pristine water clarity. Since using Purigen, I’ve noticed a dramatic improvement in water quality, and my fish seem happier and more vibrant. It doesn’t strip out beneficial minerals like carbon does, which is another big plus. If you're struggling with discolored or murky water, I highly recommend Seachem Purigen. It’s an easy, effective, and reliable way to keep your aquarium looking its best! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ You've never seen the color "clear." *by B***N on July 16, 2018* I preach the Gospel of Purigen. I used to work for a high-end custom aquarium installation and maintenance company with a sterling reputation and worldwide recognition within the industry for the quality of their work. Many of their installations were in multi-million dollar homes and businesses where perfection was the only option. Purigen went in every filter if the client's aquarium had A) driftwood or B) could be viewed from more than one side (in which case ANY lack of clarity becomes far more visible). We began using it in most freshwater installations when its virtues became evident. It's an absolute must for removing tannin in any tank with driftwood. You've never seen the color "clear" if you've not used Purigen. It's a clarity that's almost tactile. It's a whole new thing. A couple of usage notes: First, don't skimp on something that is meant to be beautiful. Buy "The Bag" sold by Seachem specifically for this finely granulated miracle. It's reusable and you'll go through a lot of hassle by trying to get around this inexpensive purchase but with far less success. Second, while Purigen is miraculous, it can't fix inexperience, ignorance, or poor taste. If your tank is under-filtered, poorly designed, overstocked, over-fed, or contains dumb fish (freshwater parrots, for instance), you don't deserve this product. Go fix your life. Make your aquarium what it's supposed to be: study good aquarium design, hide the wires and plumbing (or use glassware), do your regular water changes, clean the glass properly, worship at the altar of Takashi Amano, and then, when people who don't care about aquariums go, "Wow, that's stunning," THEN buy Purigen and fully understand that water can look clearer than air. ## Frequently Bought Together - Purigen & Matrix Bio Media 250ml - ALEGI Media Filter Bag Aquarium Extra Fine,Reusable 180 Micron Drawstring Mesh Filter Bags for Very Fine Resins Filter (7.5"*3.6" (3 Pack)) - Seachem Prime Fresh and Saltwater Conditioner - Chemical Remover and Detoxifier 500 ml --- ## 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.ae/products/3598893-purigen-and-matrix-bio-media-250ml](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/3598893-purigen-and-matrix-bio-media-250ml) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Arab Emirates* *Store origin: AE* *Last updated: 2026-06-17*