Expand your inkjet cartridge supply line with confidence.
Sham Tech has been the preferred inkjet cartridge supplier for printer resellers across Asia and Africa for over 26 years. We understand the inkjet market’s challenges: higher defect rates, shorter shelf life, tighter margins. That’s exactly why we’re selective about what we source.
HP, Canon, Epson, Brother inkjet
Compatible & refillable cartridges
Rigorous quality testing
Despite quality premium
Pigment & dye-based ink
<6 months production date
Already working with suppliers? Let’s compare. Most resellers save 15-30% when they switch.
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The Market Reality: Laser vs Inkjet
Translation: Laser printer v inkjet isn’t “either/or” – it’s market segmentation. Your customers need both.
Let’s address it directly and honestly
✅ True industry-wide 2-5%). Ours: <1% through factory selection and testing.
✅ True industry-wide 2-5%). Ours: <1% through factory selection and testing.
Our approach: We don’t oversell inkjet. We position it correctly in your portfolio.
Stock Inventory by Brand
Unlike our laser toner cartridge business where we stock 100+ models, we’re selective with inkjet – carrying only fast-moving, reliable cartridges.
For DeskJet, OfficeJet, and Envy series
Standard yield
Standard yield
HP uses both:
Vibrant colors, water-soluble
Water-resistant, archival quality
PIXMA & MAXIFY series
pixma series ( consumer/photo)
high yield xl
Canon inkjet printers are known for photo quality – excellent upsell for customers needing inkjet photo paper output.
Precision & Photo Quality - WorkForce and Expression series
Epson business inkjet printer models increasingly use pigment ink for durability – important differentiation for B2B customers.
Business Reliability - MFC and DCP models
Printer inkjet Brother models focus on business durability – good positioning against Canon inkjet photo focus.
What resellers need to know
Used by HP, Canon
Used by Epson, Brother
Your customers will ask. Here’s what matters:
|
Feature
|
Dye-Based Ink
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Pigment-Based Ink
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|---|---|---|
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Color Vibrancy |
Excellent - rich, vibrant |
Good - slightly muted |
|
Water Resistance |
Poor - smears when wet |
Excellent - waterproof |
|
Fade Resistance |
Moderate (3-5 years) |
Excellent (100+ years archival) |
|
Best For |
Photos, graphics |
Documents, outdoor use |
|
التكلفة |
Lower |
10-20% higher |
|
Common In |
HP standard, Canon PIXMA |
HP OfficeJet Pro, Epson WF |
Complete Laser Printing vs Inkjet Comparison – Your Sales Guide
The hybrid solution: Many resellers recommend inkjet tank printer models (HP Smart Tank, Canon G-Series, Epson EcoTank) for customers between segments.
Why Inkjet Margins Are Different
Let’s be transparent about inkjet ink price economics
Sets count as multiple units
Guangzhou/Shenzhen
50% deposit, 50% before shipping
6+ months partnership
Per order
8-12% better than Tier 1
Production batches <3 months
30% deposit, flexible balance
Or equivalent value
Negotiated per shipment
Within 3 months
Letter of Credit payment
Special pricing: Inkjet tank printer refill bottles (higher margins – 30-40% possible)
XL cartridges have better margins AND lower customer cost per page – easier upsell
|
Model
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Standard Yield
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XL/High Yield
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Cost Per Page Difference
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|---|---|---|---|
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HP 63 |
190 pages |
480 pages (63XL) |
38% lower cost/page |
|
HP 65 |
120 pages |
300 pages (65XL) |
42% lower cost/page |
|
Canon PG-245 |
180 pages |
300 pages (245XL) |
35% lower cost/page |
|
Epson 252 |
300 pages |
1,100 pages (252XL) |
48% lower cost/page |
Inkjet cartridge quality is unforgiving
A minor defect means:
only the best manufacturers
chemical and physical testing
real-world testing
freshness guarantee
(industry average: 2-5%)
Real feedback from distribution partners
“Their inkjet quality actually matches the specs”
Tried three inkjet suppliers before Sham Tech. Only one with consistent color accuracy. Their batch testing makes the difference.
“Production date transparency saved our business”
Previous supplier shipped 14-month-old stock. 20% customer complaints. Sham Tech provides manufacture dates – we can manage inventory properly now.
“They understand inkjet isn’t their main business – and that’s okay”
Sham Tech doesn’t pretend inkjet has laser margins. Honest about challenges. They focus on quality over volume. That’s rare.
Inkjet supplier questions answered
Partner with our selective inkjet sourcing
Send target models with monthly volume. Get pricing + current production dates.
Test our quality with 100-200 units mixed. Verify quality claims yourself.
15-minute WhatsApp discussion. Honest guidance on margins and challenges.