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Product Labels & Handling

How to read APT's content labels.

Sedimentation or Crystallization

Due to the concentration of the products, sedimentation / crystallization is normal and may cause the contents to appear cloudy. In some (rare) cases, larger flakes / solids may be present. They do not affect the efficacy of the product and can be di

What is the expiry date?

As a general rule, it is best to use the fertilisers within 24 months of opening. These are not printed as the inert metallic salts and compounds used have technically indefinite shelf-life when stored properly per instructions. However, once opened

Product labels

On some bottles, the contents of APT are listed in percentages.On others, in ppm. They look very different? Per fertiliser regulations, newer APT labels show content in percentages (e.g 0.7% Total Nitrogen)Older labels list certain compounds in ppm (

How can I get a dispenser pump?

Only Boxed bottles come with attached dispensers. 200ml, 500ml and 1000ml refills do not. However, all 500ml and 1000ml bottles fit standard "28/410" pumps. "28-410" refers to the bottle's neck size. You can use any off-the-shelf "28-140" pump and it