Formula 99C
Cold-Temperature Bacteria for Wastewater Treatment

Optimized Psychrophilic Bacteria for Consistent Treatment Performance

Why use Formula 99C?

Cold temperatures can slow biological activity and hinder wastewater treatment performance. Formula 99C is an advanced blend of psychrophilic bacteria designed to thrive in wastewater systems with temperatures as low as 36°F. This powerful microbial supplement enhances biological treatment, reduces solids buildup, and optimizes cold-weather system performance.

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Features

  • Industrial-strength dry bacteria formulation
  • Biodegradable
  • Contains special micronutrients and stimulants for rapid microbial establishment
  • Packaged in convenient, ready-to-use ½-lb water-soluble bags
  • Thrives in environments without “free” or dissolved oxygen
  • Environmentally friendly
  • Available in 25-lb pails (Product# 146925)

Benefits

  • Optimizes system performance in low temperatures by enhancing microbial growth and activity
  • Degrades wastes including surfactants, solvents, polymer residues, starch, cellulose, FOG, and hydrocarbons
  • Reduces hydrogen sulfide
  • Enhances BOD, COD, and TSS removal
  • Maintains biological activity at temperatures below 50°F
  • Efficiently produces enzymes and metabolizes BOD at temperatures as low as 36°F

Usage Instructions

Dosing Schedule:
Flow Rate Initial Dosage Maintenance
Up to 1,000 GPD ½ lb. per day for 3 days ½ lb. per week
Up to 5,000 GPD ½ lb. per day for 3 days 1 lb. per week
Up to 20,000 GPD 5 lbs.* 1 ½ lb. per week
Up to 50,000 GPD 8 lbs.* 2 lb. per week
Up to 250,000 GPD 15 lbs.* ¼ lb. per day
Up to 500,000 GPD 25 lbs.* ½ lb. per day
Up to 1 MGD 50 lbs.* 1 lb. per day
Up to 5 MGD 50 lbs. per MGD* 1 lb. per MGD per day
Up to 12 MGD 50 lbs. per MGD* ¾ lb. per MGD per day
Up to 100 MGD 30 lbs. per MGD* ½ lb. per MGD per day

* Spread this initial dosage out over the course of 10 days.

* Add as regularly as possible. If a day is missed, add that day’s product with the next dosage.

Dosage rate will vary with flow rates, retention times, and system variations.

For optimal results the wastewater and treatment system should meet the following conditions:

Optimum Minimum
Influent pH 7.0 5.0
Dissolved Oxygen (ppm) 2.0+ 1.0+
C/N/P Ratio 100/10/1 100/5/1
Temperature 30° (86°F) 10° (50°F)
Toxic Metals (ppm) 0 0

Storage and Handling

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place

Handling: Wash hands thoroughly with warm, soapy water after handling

See label and SDS for safety information.