Epson Genuine Ink

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Discover the difference with Epson Genuine Ink

Epson Genuine Ink is specially designed to work with your Epson printer. It ensures consistent performance, long-lasting results and superior print quality – every time. Whether you print at home, at work or in a professional setting, genuine ink delivers results you can rely on.

Why choose Epson Genuine Ink?

Using Epson original ink helps you:

  • Enjoy vibrant colours and sharp text

  • Avoid smudging, fading or misprints

  • Maintain your printer’s performance and reliability

  • Protect your warranty

  • Reduce reprints and waste

Non-genuine or refilled inks might cost less upfront, but they can lead to poor output quality, clogged printheads or printer damage. Epson inks are rigorously tested to perform perfectly with your device.

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Epson Genuine Ink vs compatible ink


FeatureEpson Genuine InkCompatible / Non-Genuine Ink
Print qualityConsistently highOften inconsistent
Printer safetyTested and approvedMay cause clogs or damage
Fade resistanceLaboratory-testedRarely guaranteed
Warranty protectionFully coveredMay void warranty
RecyclabilityEasyMail & reuse supportedUsually not recyclable

Epson ink technologies explained

Epson offers a range of advanced ink technologies, developed to meet different printing needs – from home use to professional labs.

Claria Ink

  • Claria Home Ink – For everyday printing with crisp text and bright colours

  • Claria Premium Ink – Combines pigment black with dye inks for photos and sharp documents

  • Claria Photo HD Ink – Six-colour ink for vivid tone, depth and contrast in photo prints

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DURABrite Ultra Ink

  • Smudge, water and highlighter resistant

  • Fast drying and perfect for duplex printing

  • Used in many Expression, WorkForce and EcoTank models

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UltraChrome Ink Series

UltraChrome inks are developed for professional use in photography and fine art, as well as advanced textile printing such as DTG (direct-to-garment), DTF (direct-to-film), Dye Sublimation, and commercial graphics including signage. They provide outstanding colour accuracy, depth and consistency across a wide range of media, ensuring every print meets the highest standards.

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UltraChrome DY

Used in selected ColorWorks printers, these dye-based inks deliver vivid colour on glossy media for product, food and retail labelling.

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Choose the right ink format

Different Epson printers use different ink formats, optimised for quality and convenience

Expression Home / Premium

Standard cartridges for everyday and photo use.

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EcoTank

Refillable high-capacity ink bottles for ultra-low cost per page.

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WorkForce & Business Inkjet

Individual and XL cartridges for busy office printing.

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WorkForce RIPS

Replaceable Ink Packs that print thousands of pages without changing cartridges.

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SureColor

Large format printers using high-capacity pigment cartridges.

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SureLab

Dedicated cartridges and ink packs for professional photo production.

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ColorWorks

Durable pigment or dye ink cartridges for colour label printing.

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Many cartridges and bottles now ship in EasyMail packaging

Slim, recyclable boxes that fit through your letterbox for greater delivery convenience.

Never run out with Epson ReadyPrint

Epson ReadyPrint is a smart subscription service that ensures you never run out of ink.

  • Ink is delivered automatically before you run low

  • Multiple plans are available for cartridge and EcoTank printers

  • You can pause, adjust or cancel at any time

  • Usage tracking helps you stay in control

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Recycle and refill your Epson ink

Epson makes it simple to return and reuse ink products while reducing waste.

Recycle your used cartridges or bottles

  • Fill out the form, print your prepaid label and post your return

  • Available for most cartridges and EcoTank bottles

All materials are responsibly sorted and recycled. Epson prioritises circular practices wherever possible.

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Refill with confidence

  • Some Epson cartridges are professionally cleaned, refilled and reused within Epson’s certified refill programme

  • This helps reduce emissions and plastic consumption while maintaining quality

  • Refillable systems like EcoTank let you top up ink bottles rather than replace cartridges

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Find the right ink for your printer

Not sure which ink to use? Use our ink finder tool:

  • Enter your printer model

  • View compatible cartridges or bottles

  • Shop or subscribe in just a few steps

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Frequently asked questions

Which printers use refillable ink?

EcoTank printers use refillable bottles. You simply top them up when needed.

Can I return used Epson ink?

Yes. Use the Epson Recycling Portal for free, hassle-free returns.

Do any Epson cartridges get refilled?

Yes. Some returned cartridges are cleaned, refilled and reused under Epson’s certified programme.

What ink do Epson label printers use?

ColorWorks printers use either UltraChrome DL or dye-based inks, depending on the model.

Do SureLab printers use special ink?

Yes. SureLab printers use UltraChrome D6r-S or D6 inks designed for professional photo labs.

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