---
product_id: 82726933
title: "Germicidal Water Purification Tablets"
brand: "potable aqua"
price: "$68.82"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Potable Aqua"
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/82726933-germicidal-water-purification-tablets
store_origin: US
region: United States of America
---

# Purifies 1L water per 2 tablets Effective vs Giardia lamblia 30 min purification time Germicidal Water Purification Tablets

**Brand:** potable aqua
**Price:** $68.82
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💧 Stay hydrated, stay unstoppable — purify anywhere, anytime!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Germicidal Water Purification Tablets by potable aqua
- **How much does it cost?** $68.82 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/82726933-germicidal-water-purification-tablets)

## Best For

- potable aqua enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted potable aqua brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Lightweight & Portable:** Slim design fits effortlessly in any camping or travel gear without bulk.
- • **Proven Germicidal Power:** Clinically effective against Giardia lamblia and other harmful pathogens.
- • **Trusted by 22,000+ Users:** Highly rated with 4.7 stars, a must-have for serious outdoor professionals.
- • **Rapid 30-Minute Disinfection:** Ensures safe drinking water fast, perfect for on-the-go adventurers.
- • **Compact Twin-Pack Convenience:** Two bottles of 50 tablets each, ideal for extended trips or emergency kits.

## Overview

Potable Aqua Germicidal Water Purification Tablets provide a reliable, fast-acting solution to transform questionable water into safe drinking water within 30 minutes. Each twin pack contains 100 tablets, with two tablets purifying one liter of water, effectively eliminating Giardia lamblia and other pathogens. Lightweight and compact, these tablets are essential for camping, hiking, travel, and emergency preparedness, trusted by thousands of outdoor enthusiasts worldwide.

## Description

Potable Aqua Germicidal Water Purification Tablets are essential for any outdoor adventurer. These portable water treatment tablets make questionable water bacteriologically suitable to drink, even in emergency situations. Simply add two tablets to one quart (one liter) of water and cap loosely to allow a small amount of leakage. After waiting 5 minutes, shake container to allow screw threads to be moistened, then tighten cap. Allow 30 minutes for the germicidal tablets to disinfect water for safe drinking. These purification tablets are effective against Giardia lamblia when used as directed.

Review: I love the fact that this purifier is in such a small container that you can carry it wherever you go. brilliant
Review: Very fast shipping and packaging is just like the picture but haven't opened or tried them yet so will have to wait and see. I did read adding vitamin c in the water can help neutralize the iodine taste but only after 34 minutes when the iodine is finished working/purifying. ******************************************************************** Some other comments about it on the internet.... The chemical name for vitamin C is ascorbic acid. When Iodine and ascorbic acid are combined in solution, a chemical reaction takes place. In this chemical reaction, the ascorbic acid molecule loses electrons, which are transferred to the iodine molecule. Chemists call this type of reaction an oxidation/reduction reaction (or redox reaction for short). The ascorbic acid is oxidized to dehydroascorbic acid, and the iodine is reduced to Iodide ions. Oxidation-reduction reactions always occur in pairs like this. The molecule that loses electrons is oxidized, and the molecule that accepts the electrons is reduced. ************************************************************************ Guess what else - it is an instantaneous chemical reaction. The ascorbic acid complexes the iodine on contact, removing both taste and color. Try it in a clear container. Watch the color disappear entirely before your eyes in a heartbeat when you invert the container to mix it. That color change tells you it's done. There is an important caveat: it only takes a VERY tiny amount (fits easily on the tip of a knife blade) of ground-up vitamin C tablet to do this in an entire gallon of water. Be advised that you will always add more than you really needed. No big deal UNLESS you forget to thoroughly rinse the water container before you add iodine the next time.

## Features

- Causes skin irritation.
- Harmful if swallowed.
- Use biocides safely. Always read the label and product information before use.
- Two Bottles Of 50 Count Potable Aqua Water Purification Tablets
- Water Treatment Tablets, Providing Water Purification For Camping, Hiking, Traveling And Emergency Water Preparedness Situations
- Potable Aqua Emergency Water Purification Tablets For Drinking Water Are Effective Against Giardia Lamblia When Used As Directed
- Water Purification Tablets Make Questionable Water Bacteriologically Suitable To Drink, Even In Emergency Water Purification Situations.
- Water Treatment Tablets Offer Emergency Water Purification For Hiking, Travel, And Natural Disasters, And Ideal To Keep With Camping Accessories

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01GPK4LVW |
| Batteries included? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | 113,773 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) 69 in Camping Water Purifiers |
| Brand | Potable Aqua |
| Color | Blue |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (22,008) |
| Date First Available | 21 April 2015 |
| Department | Unisex-Adult |
| Features | Fast Acting |
| Is discontinued by manufacturer | No |
| Item model number | 3032 |
| Manufacturer | Potable Aqua |
| Material type | Glass Metal Cap |
| Number of items | 2 |
| Number of pieces | 1 |
| Power source | Manual |
| Product Dimensions | 22.86 x 2.54 x 15.24 cm; 40.82 g |
| Size | 100 Tablets - Twin pack |
| Sport | Canoeing, Fishing, Hunting |
| Style | Water Purification |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Potable Aqua
- **Capacity:** 50 quarts
- **Included components:** 2, 50 count Potable Aqua Bottles
- **Installation type:** Freestanding
- **Item weight:** 0.09 Pounds
- **Material:** Glass Metal Cap
- **Package information:** Bottle
- **Power source:** Manual
- **Purification method:** Chlorine Dioxide
- **Special feature:** Fast Acting

## Images

![Germicidal Water Purification Tablets - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Z4iGTEAuL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is the bottle made of glass?**
A: Yes this is made out of glass

**Q: How long are the tablets good for.**
A: According to the manufacturers website there is no expiration date and it is not a 4 year shelf life. It states on this FAQ for these tablets...

Does Potable Aqua® have an expiration date?
No, Potable Aqua is an EPA registered product that does not require an EXP date. The shelf life of Potable Aqua is dependent on storage conditions. Product should be stored in a cool, dry place, in adherence with the label’s storage guidelines to maximize product shelf life. When reviewing your product, as a general rule tablets that are grayish/brown in color are good and tablets that are yellowish/green should be replaced. Bottles that have been opened should be replaced for the next season. The number printed on the side of each bottle is the manufacturer’s lot code, not an expiration date. The lot code can be used to identify the date of manufacture of that bottle of PA. The lot code is comprised of month, year, and batch number, such as 51507. This bottle was made in May of 2015, and was the 7th batch

There is tons of bad information from both this seller that answered this question and reviewers here on amazon. Research products yourself before buying.

**Q: Is this an option if you don't want to boil?**
A: Yes. I usually just store these in case the SHTF, but on a recent trip to S America where you ever drink fron the tap, we'd buy water in those big 20 gallon bottles ( still not safe). Then for my 2 yr old & me we'd drop one of each of these pills in a 2 liter Brita filter. No Montezuma's revenge for first time ever. Always better to boil, but not alway available or practable.

**Q: Product arrived in torn brown padded bag that was taped up. No expiration in the bag or label. Just a lot number. How do you determine the expiration?**
A: Contact the maker

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by H***S on 1 September 2022*

I love the fact that this purifier is in such a small container that you can carry it wherever you go. brilliant

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by J***S on 19 February 2014*

Very fast shipping and packaging is just like the picture but haven't opened or tried them yet so will have to wait and see. I did read adding vitamin c in the water can help neutralize the iodine taste but only after 34 minutes when the iodine is finished working/purifying. ******************************************************************** Some other comments about it on the internet.... The chemical name for vitamin C is ascorbic acid. When Iodine and ascorbic acid are combined in solution, a chemical reaction takes place. In this chemical reaction, the ascorbic acid molecule loses electrons, which are transferred to the iodine molecule. Chemists call this type of reaction an oxidation/reduction reaction (or redox reaction for short). The ascorbic acid is oxidized to dehydroascorbic acid, and the iodine is reduced to Iodide ions. Oxidation-reduction reactions always occur in pairs like this. The molecule that loses electrons is oxidized, and the molecule that accepts the electrons is reduced. ************************************************************************ Guess what else - it is an instantaneous chemical reaction. The ascorbic acid complexes the iodine on contact, removing both taste and color. Try it in a clear container. Watch the color disappear entirely before your eyes in a heartbeat when you invert the container to mix it. That color change tells you it's done. There is an important caveat: it only takes a VERY tiny amount (fits easily on the tip of a knife blade) of ground-up vitamin C tablet to do this in an entire gallon of water. Be advised that you will always add more than you really needed. No big deal UNLESS you forget to thoroughly rinse the water container before you add iodine the next time.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by ク***ロ on 2 July 2024*

未だ、使用してませんが欲しい物が手に入り嬉しく思います。

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*Last updated: 2026-02-08*