Is normal clear Silicone fish safe?

[rumblesushi]

I need to repair something, and the only silicone I can get here is the normal DIY clear silicone. There are a few different types, but I seem to remember reading that standard clear silicone is fish safe. Is this right?

Thanks.

 

[rallysman]

It should say that it is safe for food contact surface. Some arent. I think the GE type1 is safe for aquarium, but I'm not 100% sure.

 

[evercl92]

I believe I've read the same, just make sure you don't get the kind that has "mold prevention" in it.

 

[stotty]

I need to repair something, and the only silicone I can get here is the normal DIY clear silicone. There are a few different types, but I seem to remember reading that standard clear silicone is fish safe. Is this right?

Thanks.

Joe in the uk most packages will note if the sealant is safe for aquariums. some sealants contain chemicals to inhibit the formation of mildew,mold and these are the ones toxic to fish.

 

[born2lovefish]

Yep the GE silicone 1 is the exact same stuff you would buy if you bought some at the pet shop. ALL-GLASS gets its silicone from GE. I just bought a 10 oz tube of GE silicone 1 for $4 at Lowes!

 

[born2lovefish]

Yep, it is the same stuff. check out this link http://www.cichlid-forum.com/phpBB/viewtopic.php?t=25291&highlight=rtv
I bought a 10 oz tube of GE silicone 1 for $4 at Lowes.

 

[dizlal]

Joe in the uk most packages will note if the sealant is safe for aquariums. some sealants contain chemicals to inhibit the formation of mildew,mold and these are the ones toxic to fish.

Agree with the above, don't get it from Poundland.