3-in-1 Pond Muck Reducer Kit | Tablets, Clarifier, Biocatalyst | Black Pack
Description
Dead Algae & Muck Removal Clarifier | The Black Pack
The Black Pack is a 3-in-1 pond muck reducer kit that pairs a Biocatalyst, Liquid Beneficial Bacteria and Muck Reducer Tablets to accelerate the natural decomposition of dead weeds, algae and other dead floating aquatic vegetation, as well as bottom sediment, in lakes and ponds.
Working together, the three products help clean out sludge, muck, nitrogen & phosphates in the water column and on the bottom, while dramatically improving your pond or lakefront aesthetic, smell and ecosystem.
- Biocatalyst speeds the breakdown of dead algae and dead weeds
- Liquid Beneficial Bacteria consumes degraded vegetation, sludge, nitrogen & phosphate
- Muck Reducer Tablets sink to digest muck that settles on the lake or pond bottom
- Designed for dead algae mats, floating debris, shorelines and swim areas
- All-natural biological approach that reduces the need for chemical use
Three Products, One Dead Algae & Muck Cleanup Plan
Each product in this pond muck reducer kit handles a different stage of the cleanup — from breaking down dead floating vegetation at the surface to digesting the muck that settles on the bottom.
Biocatalyst
Lab formulated and designed to boost the breakdown of dead weeds, algae and other dead floating aquatic vegetation in lakes and ponds. This in turn speeds up how quickly Liquid Beneficial Bacteria can digest and remove the broken-down flora and excess nutrients in the water column.
Liquid Beneficial Bacteria
Works great for consuming the remaining degraded vegetation, sludge, muck, nitrogen & phosphate left behind by the Biocatalyst, helping clarify the water.
Muck Reducer Tablets
Consume the remaining muck and organic sediment that sinks to the bottom of your lake or pond during the degradation process started by the Biocatalyst and Liquid Bacteria.
These products alone will not kill living plants in lakes and ponds, but the Biocatalyst’s molecular makeup can boost the performance of certain aquatic algaecides such as Cutrine Plus Liquid Algaecide or Cutrine Plus Granular Algaecide (depending on the location of the weeds), allowing for less chemical usage. If you want to kill living algae, add one of our suggested Cutrine algaecides or check out our other Black Packs that include Cutrine Plus, such as Black Pack Max.
Everything You Need to Break Down and Remove Dead Algae
The Black Pack bundles three Weeders Digest water quality products so you can treat dead algae mats, floating debris and bottom muck in one coordinated program.
- 1 Gallon – Liquid Beneficial Bacteria
- 1 Gallon – Biocatalyst
- 20 lbs – Muck Reducer Tablets
Muck Reducer Tablets are typically 1/10th to 1/20th of the cost of dredging, making a biological pond muck reducer kit a practical first step for shoreline, swim area and whole-pond maintenance.
Beneficial bacteria and the Biocatalyst work by breaking down and digesting organic material over time. They are not a physical dredge, and results build with repeated applications.
More Than a Dead Algae Cleaner
The Black Pack is built to improve the look, smell and overall health of your lake or pond while it breaks down dead vegetation and bottom muck.
Speed Up Dead Algae Breakdown
The Biocatalyst accelerates the degradation of dead algae, dead weeds and floating debris.
Reduce Sludge & Muck
Liquid bacteria and muck tablets consume sludge in the water column and organic muck on the bottom.
Consume Excess Nutrients
Beneficial bacteria consume nitrogen & phosphate that can fuel future algae growth.
Improve Clarity & Odor
Helps clear water and improves your pond or lakefront aesthetic, smell and ecosystem balance.
Where to Use This Pond Muck Reducer Kit
Easy to use for residential and commercial water bodies, from small decorative ponds to larger lakes.
Ponds & Lakes
Shorelines, coves, docks and recreational swimming areas.
Water Features & Koi Ponds
Small decorative ponds, water gardens and koi ponds.
Golf Course & Retention Ponds
Golf course ponds, retention ponds and canals.
Aquaculture
Aquaculture, hatcheries and raceways.
Break Down Dead Algae, Digest Muck and Clarify Your Water
The Black Pack 3-in-1 Pond Muck Reducer Kit combines a Biocatalyst, Liquid Beneficial Bacteria and Muck Reducer Tablets to speed up the breakdown of dead algae and floating vegetation, consume excess nutrients and reduce lake and pond muck from the surface to the bottom.
See the Application & Dosage tab for step-by-step directions and treatment rates by pond size, or browse the Related Tools tab for algae control packages and refills.
What's Included
What’s in the Black Pack 3-in-1 Muck Reducer Kit
The Black Pack includes 1 gallon of Liquid Beneficial Bacteria, 1 gallon of Biocatalyst and 20 lbs of Muck Reducer Tablets. Learn how each product works below.
Biocatalyst – Overview
Biocatalyst is an all-natural formula that enhances and boosts the breakdown of proteins and complex carbohydrates found in aquatic plants. Biocatalyst releases specific bio-stimulants that allow the naturally occurring bacteria and fungi to take over degradation of the dead flora and fixation of available nutrients.
If using on dead aquatic vegetation such as algae, dead weeds and other floating debris, it will boost the effectiveness of Liquid Bacteria so it can digest and remove the broken-down flora much quicker.
Benefits
- Used as an adjuvant
- Allows for quick recycling of nutrients
- Speeds up the degradation of dead aquatic plants so that Liquid Bacteria can consume and remove them from the water column
- Improves the performance of algaecides and herbicides when used to kill living plants
- Reduces or eliminates the need for chemical use
- Improves water quality
- Rainfast via improved absorption
- Safe for the environment and the applicator
- Premium grade & laboratory formulated in the United States
Liquid Beneficial Bacteria – Overview
Liquid Beneficial Bacteria is an all-natural, high-performance bacterial blend that fixates nitrogen and phosphorus to clarify water. Applicators use this product to quickly increase clarity and produce the “wow!” effect for their clients.
This product contains a synergistic blend of 12 different beneficial bacteria with a higher growth rate than any dry blend. Because these bacteria fit together so well, they confuse the quorum sensing that limits bacteria growth and are able to coat the entire water body.
Benefits
- Establishes healthy bacterial cultures
- Consumes nitrogen & phosphate
- Reduces sludge & muck
- Balances pond
- Keeps pond and fish healthy
- All natural: safe for humans, fish, wildlife, other living organisms and plants
Muck Reducer Tablets – Overview
Our Muck Reducer Tablets are top tier, high performance, all natural, biodegradable and laboratory formulated using only the highest quality Class-1 organisms. They are dense, slow-release tablets designed to sink down into the muck and effectively deliver essential bio-stimulants and indigenous bacteria. Once tossed into a lake or pond, they immediately penetrate and break down organic buildup on the bottom by stimulating naturally occurring bacteria and adding sludge-eating enzymes.
- Commercial grade Class-1 bacterial cultures: Laboratory formulated from high-performance beneficial bacteria, bio-vitamins, probiotics & enzymes specifically designed for breaking down & eliminating organic sludge buildup on the bottom of lakes and ponds, along with degrading floating algae mats. Helps clear water and restore healthy oxygen levels.
- Eco-friendly: Tablets are biodegradable and completely safe for all aquatic species, fish, waterfowl and humans. They will not kill living plants or algae.
- Proven formula: Our formula has been tested extensively and constantly improved over many years, and is trusted and used by professional applicators. Capable of reducing up to 12 inches of build-up per month (see dosage rates on the back label for details).
- Improves lake & pond health: ShoreTech Muck Tablets are our top tier bacteria product. They also help reduce phosphates, ammonia, toxic gas & odor in lakes and ponds of all sizes.
- Residential & commercial use: Easy to use and ideal for lakes, shorelines, farm ponds, water gardens, retention ponds, wastewater lagoons, septic systems, irrigation ponds, recreational swimming areas, golf courses and aquaculture.
- Cost effective: Tablets are typically 1/10th to 1/20th of the cost of dredging.
Specifications
Black Pack 3-in-1 Pond Muck Reducer Kit Specifications
Review kit contents, coverage, application conditions and other key product information.
| Product Name | 3-in-1 Pond Muck Reducer Kit | Tablets, Clarifier, Biocatalyst | Black Pack |
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| Product Type | Biological dead algae & muck removal clarifier kit for lakes and ponds |
| Kit Contents | 1 gallon Liquid Beneficial Bacteria, 1 gallon Biocatalyst, 20 lbs Muck Reducer Tablets |
| Primary Uses | Breaking down dead algae, dead weeds and floating aquatic vegetation; reducing sludge, muck, nitrogen & phosphates; improving water clarity and odor |
| Coverage | 1/4 acre: good for 3+ treatments · 1/2 acre: good for 2+ treatments · 1 acre: good for 1 treatment |
| Application Method | Liquid Bacteria and Biocatalyst mixed and sprayed over the target area; Muck Tablets broadcast over the target area |
| Tablet Reapplication | Wait 14 days from the first tablet application before a second dose can be applied (if necessary) |
| Kills Living Plants or Algae? | No — the kit breaks down dead vegetation. The Biocatalyst can boost the performance of algaecides such as Cutrine Plus. |
| Fish / Wildlife Use | All-natural products described as safe for humans, fish, wildlife, waterfowl and other living organisms |
| Muck Tablet Storage | Store in a cool, dry space below 80°F, out of direct sunlight and away from strong oxidizing agents; freeze-stable |
Application & Dosage
How to Apply the Black Pack
Follow these steps to treat dead algae mats, floating debris and bottom muck. Always read and follow each product’s label directions.
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Mix Liquid Bacteria with Biocatalyst and spray the target area
Mix the Liquid Bacteria with the Biocatalyst and apply to the target area using a sprayer. This will immediately penetrate and begin to break down the dead algae near the surface of the water column.
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Apply the Muck Tablets to the target area
- If the target area is dead floating algae mats: Apply tablets to what remains of the surface of the mat and the mat decomposition area. This can be done any time after completing step 1. The muck tablets that stay on top will assist in digesting dead flora, and the tablets that fall through will sink to the bottom and continue to remove unwanted muck accumulation in your lake or pond.
- If there is no algae mat, or it is not thick enough to hold tablets: Apply tablets to the areas where you would like to reduce muck on the bottom.
- For best results, try to space the tablets 3–6 inches apart to maximize performance.
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Wait 14 days before a second tablet dose
Wait 14 days from the first application of tablets before a second dose can be applied (if necessary).
Monthly Dosage by Pond or Treatment Area Size
One Black Pack covers 1/4 acre for 3+ treatments, 1/2 acre for 2+ treatments or 1 acre for 1 treatment.
- Liquid Bacteria1/3 gal per month
- Biocatalyst1/3 gal per month
- Muck Tablets5+ lbs per month
- Liquid Bacteria1/2 gal per month
- Biocatalyst1/2 gal per month
- Muck Tablets5–10 lbs per month
- Liquid Bacteria1 gal per month
- Biocatalyst1 gal per month
- Muck Tablets15–20 lbs per month
The Black Pack does not kill living algae or weeds. The Biocatalyst can boost the performance of algaecides such as Cutrine Plus Liquid or Cutrine Plus Granular, allowing for less chemical usage. Do not mix the Muck Tablets directly with algaecides or herbicides — if used in conjunction with an algaecide or herbicide, apply the tablets after the chemical treatment. Always follow the algaecide label.
Beneficial bacteria break down organic material gradually. Results can vary based on the amount of dead vegetation and muck, water temperature and other environmental differences.
Videos
Black Pack & Muck Reducer Tablet Videos
See the Black Pack in action and hear from a customer using ShoreTech Muck Reducer Tablets.
The Black Pack: Dead Algae & Muck Removal
How the Biocatalyst, liquid bacteria and muck tablets work together.
ShoreTech Muck Reducer Tablets | Customer Testimonial & Review
A customer review of the Muck Reducer Tablets included in the Black Pack.
Related Tools
Products That Work With the Black Pack
Add algae control, refills or mechanical muck control to get more from your dead algae and muck removal program.
FAQs
Black Pack 3-in-1 Pond Muck Reducer Kit FAQs
Find answers about dead algae and muck removal, kit contents, dosage, application and use with algaecides.
What is the Black Pack?
The Black Pack is a 3-in-1 pond muck reducer kit that combines a Biocatalyst, Liquid Beneficial Bacteria and Muck Reducer Tablets. It is designed to accelerate the natural decomposition of dead weeds, algae and other dead floating aquatic vegetation, as well as bottom sediment, in lakes and ponds.
What is included in the Black Pack?
Each Black Pack includes 1 gallon of Liquid Beneficial Bacteria, 1 gallon of Biocatalyst and 20 lbs of Muck Reducer Tablets.
How does the Black Pack work?
The Biocatalyst boosts the breakdown of dead algae and dead weeds. The Liquid Bacteria then consumes the degraded vegetation, sludge, muck, nitrogen and phosphate left behind. Finally, the Muck Reducer Tablets consume the remaining muck that sinks to the bottom of the lake or pond during the degradation process.
Will the Black Pack kill living algae or weeds?
No. These products alone will not kill living plants or algae. The Biocatalyst can boost the performance of algaecides such as Cutrine Plus Liquid or Cutrine Plus Granular, allowing for less chemical usage. If you need to kill living algae, consider Black Pack Max or Black Pack Plus, or add a Cutrine Plus algaecide.
How much area does one Black Pack treat?
One Black Pack is good for 3+ treatments on 1/4 acre, 2+ treatments on 1/2 acre or 1 treatment on 1 acre. See the Application & Dosage tab for monthly rates for each product.
How do I apply the Black Pack?
First, mix the Liquid Bacteria with the Biocatalyst and spray the target area. Then apply the Muck Tablets — onto the remaining dead algae mat and decomposition area if there is one, or directly over the areas where you want to reduce bottom muck. Space tablets 3–6 inches apart for best results.
How often can I reapply the muck tablets?
Wait 14 days from the first application of tablets before a second dose can be applied (if necessary).
Can I use the Black Pack with an algaecide?
Yes. The Biocatalyst is used as an adjuvant and can improve the performance of algaecides and herbicides when you are treating living plants. Do not mix the Muck Tablets directly with algaecides or herbicides; apply the tablets after the chemical treatment. Always follow the algaecide or herbicide label.
Is the Black Pack safe for fish, wildlife and swimmers?
The Liquid Bacteria is all natural and described as safe for humans, fish, wildlife, other living organisms and plants. The Muck Reducer Tablets are biodegradable and described as safe for all aquatic species, fish, waterfowl and humans. The Biocatalyst is described as safe for the environment and the applicator.
Will the Black Pack remove sand or rocks from my lake bottom?
No. The Black Pack is a biological treatment that breaks down and digests organic material such as dead algae, dead weeds and organic muck over time. It does not physically remove sand, rocks or other inorganic sediment. For mechanical shoreline muck and debris control, see the AquaThruster.
Where can I use this pond muck reducer kit?
The Black Pack can be used in ponds and lakes, water features and small decorative ponds, koi ponds, golf course ponds, retention ponds, canals and aquaculture applications such as hatcheries and raceways.
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