pH Increaser Powder – 5 lb
Raise low swimming pool pH with pH Up, a sodium carbonate-based pool pH increaser available in a 5 lb size.
Manufactured under the ClearView brand by Oreq Corporation, pH Up is designed to increase the pH of pool water when it falls below the manufacturer's recommended range of 7.2–7.6.
Maintaining the correct pH helps support swimmer comfort, protect pool equipment and maintain effective water treatment.
What is pH Up used for?
pH Up is a granular pool water balancing product used to increase low pH.
Its primary functions are to:
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Raise pH when pool water becomes too acidic.
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Help restore the manufacturer's recommended pH range of 7.2–7.6.
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Support proper pool water balance and sanitizer performance.
pH Up is not a chlorine treatment, pool shock or algaecide. It does not replace regular pool sanitization.
When should you use pH Up?
The manufacturer's supplemental directions recommend using pH Up when pool water pH is below 7.2.
Before treatment, check your pH using a suitable water test, such as iopool 6-in-1 Pool & Spa Test Strips.
If the pH is too high rather than too low, consider pH Down, which is designed for the opposite adjustment.
For continuous monitoring of pool pH, discover EcO Start + Connect, iopool's smart water monitoring solution. The monitor helps you follow pH readings but does not replace the chemical product label.
Dosage — how much pH Up should you add?
The amount of pH Up required depends on your pool volume in gallons and your current pH reading.
Follow the dosage instructions printed on the US label of the product you receive.
A verified numerical dosing chart cannot currently be provided because the manufacturer's supplementary instructions contain conflicting dosage figures.
The 5 lb package size does not establish a fixed number of gallons treated.
How to add pH Up to your pool
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Test your pool water to determine the current pH.
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Check your pool volume in gallons.
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Read the US product label for the appropriate dose, required application method and any circulation instructions.
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Apply the product according to those label directions.
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Retest the water as instructed and confirm the resulting pH.
The manufacturer's supplemental directions mention retesting pH after 30 minutes. This is a water-testing interval, not confirmation that swimming may resume after that time. The current US package label remains authoritative.
Do not assume the product must be pre-dissolved or added directly in dry form without checking the actual label.
Key product information
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Product: ClearView pH Up
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Product type: Pool pH increaser
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Net weight: 5 lb
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Form: Granular solid, marketed as powder
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Main ingredient: Sodium carbonate (CAS 497-19-8)
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Manufacturer: Oreq Corporation, USA
The pictured packaging and manufacturer directions list 99.58% sodium carbonate and 0.42% inert ingredients. Confirm the ingredient declaration on the packaging supplied with your order.
Compatibility and water balance
pH Up is documented for increasing pH in swimming pool water.
Specific use in saltwater pools, spas or hot tubs, and compatibility with individual filtration systems, pool surfaces or treatment equipment must be checked against the current product label.
pH and total alkalinity are separate water balance parameters.
If testing indicates that total alkalinity requires correction, review the Total Alkalinity Booster rather than assuming a pH increaser is the appropriate treatment.
Important precautions
The linked Safety Data Sheet identifies serious eye irritation as a hazard associated with this product.
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Wear appropriate eye and face protection when handling.
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Avoid creating or breathing dust.
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Keep out of reach of children.
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Avoid ingestion.
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Do not mix directly with other pool chemicals, particularly acids.
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Store in the original container, tightly closed.
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Follow all warnings and first-aid instructions on the US product label.
Always review the complete ClearView pH Up Safety Data Sheet and the manufacturer's supplemental usage information.
The supplemental document is not a substitute for the instructions and precautions on the product's US label.
Frequently asked questions
What is pH Up?
pH Up is a sodium carbonate-based pool pH increaser used to raise low swimming pool pH.
How often should I use pH Up?
The manufacturer recommends testing pool pH daily. Add pH Up only when indicated by your water measurements and the product label, not automatically every day.
Is pH Up the same as an alkalinity booster?
No. pH Up is marketed for increasing low pH, while a total alkalinity booster is intended to correct low total alkalinity. Test both parameters to determine which treatment is appropriate.
Does pH Up sanitize pool water?
No. pH Up adjusts pool water pH. It is not a standalone sanitizer or disinfectant.