Bayer dip macro?

[BaltimoreFish]

Is it possible to dip macroalgae before I put in my tank to prevent hitchikers? I currently use the bayer dip for my corals and I'm always amazed by the amount of hitchikers that are eliminated.

Thanks

 

[scooter31707]

Never heard or saw anyone dip it in any sort of coral dip, but I have heard of hobbyists dipping it in freshwater. Also I was told the best way was to quarantine it for at least 72 days like it was coral.

 

[Subsea]

Yes you can use Bayer insecticide dip on macro. Be certain to rinse off. Also, this would not necessarily kill the ich parasite in its cocoon stage.

I would stay away from a fresh water dip. First off, it does not kill everything. The second reason would be that most macro algae would respond poorly to a fresh water dip.