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What's the difference between Compatible and Remanufactured Toners?

Remanufactured
This is recycled cartridge that has been factory serviced, refilled, and tested. This cartridge will guarantee that it meets or exceeds all specifications for the original manufacturer.

Compatible
This is brand new cartridge manufactured to the original manufacturer's specification by other manufacturers. This cartridge will guarantee that it meets or exceeds all specifications for the original manufacturer.

What's the difference between OEM, Compatible and Remanufactured Cartridges?

OEM Cartridges
OEM is an abbreviation for Original Equipment Manufacturer. These manufacturers produce the replacement ink or toner for copiers or printers and normally will put the manufacturer's name on the product, such as Canon, IBM, Sharp, Lexmark, Brother, Epson, etc.

Compatible Cartridges
Generic cartridges are specially manufactured to meet or exceed OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) specifications and high standards of quality and reliability and offer high-quality printing results. Manufactured 100% brand new, containing only new components, they are an economical alternative to expensive name-brand cartridges and supplies, and allow for big savings over brand-name cartridges and supplies.

Remanufactured Cartridges
Remanufactured cartridges have been recycled to meet or exceed OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) specifications. The recycling and reprocessing process involves disassembling, inspecting, cleaning, replacing worn parts, reassembling, and filling the toner or ink. Once the remanufacturing process is complete, the cartridge is then print tested, sealed, and packaged for resale.