How does this compare to kaytee pellets for half the cost?

These are much higher quality and don't dissolve so quickly in pond. Plus, they come in different size pellets for larger fish. I buy both and mix, saves money without fully lowering quality

Has the packaging changed, or is this the same as the Hikari Gold medium pellets?

I do not believe that they are the same. Must have the wrong photo linked to the description. I buy both the Gold and Staple pellets for Koi in the large pellet size.

Is this Koi food made in Japan?

According to Google, Hikari is manufactured by Kyorin Food Industries, Ltd. in Japan

Does this pellet sink? Last bag 50% sunk causing daily filter cleanouts. Thanks!

Thanks for your question! This item is a floating pellet food. However, floating pellet foods will sink when they become waterlogged after prolonged time in the pond. For this reason, only use as much food as the fish can eat in a few minutes. If the pellets are sinking within that amount of time, you would want to contact the manufacturer or the seller. — Steve at Practical Garden Ponds, 484-237-2080

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Hikari Staple, 17.6-Ounce, Medium Floating Pellet

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Age Range (Description)
All Life
Brand
Hikari
Flavor
Fish
Item Form
Pellet
Specific Uses For Product
Fish Food

🌊Floating pellets for easy feeding

🍃Additive-free, eco-friendly formula

💪Boosts immune system health

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Description

🐟 Elevate your pond game with every pellet!

CRYSTAL CLEAR WATERS - Pellets designed to avoid clouding, keeping your pond pristine.
ALL LIFE STAGES READY - Perfectly balanced for medium breeds at every growth phase.
IMMUNE BOOSTING FORMULA - Stabilized vitamin C supports your koi’s natural defenses.
PLANT POWERED NUTRITION - High-protein, additive-free, and eco-friendly for guilt-free feeding.
FLOAT FEED WITH CONFIDENCE - Floating pellets let you monitor every bite without water mess.

Hikari 17.6-Ounce Staple Floating Pellets deliver high-protein, additive-free nutrition designed for medium koi and pond fish. Featuring stabilized vitamin C to support immune health and a floating formula that prevents water clouding, these pellets make daily feeding easy and effective for all life stages.

Specifications

ASIN	B00025JZ86
ASIN	B00025JZ86
Additional Features	Natural / Eco-Friendly0
Age Range Description	All Life Stages
Allergen Information	Celery
Animal Food Diet Type	Plant-Based
Animal Food Ingredient Claim	Additive-Free
Animal Food Nutrient Content Claim	High Protein
Best Sellers Rank	#45,344 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #423 in Aquarium Fish Food
Brand Name	Hikari
Breed Recommendation	Medium Breeds
Container Type	Bag
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (322)
Date First Available	June 20, 2004
Dog Breed Size	Medium
Flavor	Fish
Global Trade Identification Number	00042055013420
Item Form	Pellet
Item Type Name	Hikari 17.6-Ounce Staple Floating Pellets for Koi and Pond Fish, Medium
Item Weight	1.1 pounds
Item model number	42055013420
Manufacturer	Phillips Feed & Pet Supply Natural Balance
Manufacturer	Phillips Feed & Pet Supply Natural Balance
Manufacturer Part Number	42055013420
Model Number	42055013420
Number of Items	1
Occasion	Birthday
Pet Type	Fish
Product Benefits	Supports immune health, clear water, easy monitoring
Product Dimensions	8.7 x 1.4 x 5.3 inches; 1.06 pounds
Recommended Uses For Product	Daily feeding for koi and other pond fish
Special Ingredients	Wheat Germ
Specific Uses For Product	Fish Food
Target Species	Fish
UPC	042055013420
Unit Count	17.6 Ounce

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