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Genuine (OEM)
The printer manufacturer
Compatible (Al Masam range)
Third-party manufacturers, selected by Al Masam for reliability and consistency
Genuine & compatible · Dubai & UAE-wide
Printer Ink & Toner Cartridges in Dubai
Al Masam supplies genuine OEM printer cartridges and high-quality compatible toner cartridges across Dubai and the UAE — ink cartridges for inkjet printers, laser toner cartridges for office machines, and a compatible range that cuts printing costs by roughly 30–40% without compromising page yield.
Buy online, or send us your printer models and we'll identify exactly what you need. Serving retail customers and corporate buyers since 1991.
Not sure which cartridge fits? Send the printer model or the code on the old box — our team will match it.
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Why Al Masam
A printer consumables supplier UAE businesses rely on
Al Masam Stationery has supplied offices across Dubai and the UAE since 1991. Printer consumables sit within a broader office supply operation — which means cartridges can be ordered alongside stationery, office equipment and IT accessories on a single account, with one point of contact and one invoice.
Three decades of experience
Established in Dubai in 1991, with a recognised name in both the retail and wholesale sectors for sourcing and supplying printer consumables.
Genuine and compatible range
Original OEM cartridges where authenticity matters, and carefully selected compatible toners where cost reduction is the priority.
Every brand in your fleet
HP, Canon, Brother and Epson alongside other office printer brands — mixed fleets supplied on one order.
Expert customer support
Don't know which cartridge you need? Send a printer model, a cartridge code or an old invoice and our team identifies the right consumable.
Competitive pricing
Wholesale-sector rates, with bulk pricing available for offices ordering at volume or on a recurring basis.
Reliable stock availability
Commonly used cartridges held in stock, supporting fast fulfilment across Dubai and the wider UAE.
Know the difference
Printer ink or printer toner — which does your office need?
Printer ink is a liquid used in inkjet printers and supplied in ink cartridges. Printer toner is a fine dry powder used in laser printers and supplied in toner cartridges. The right choice depends almost entirely on how much you print and what you print.
Ink cartridges (inkjet printers)
Inkjet printers spray liquid ink onto the page. They handle colour blending and photographic output particularly well, and the machines themselves are typically less expensive to buy. Ink cartridges suit home offices, smaller teams, and any environment printing images, marketing proofs or colour-rich material at modest volume.
Toner cartridges (laser printers)
Laser printers fuse fine toner powder onto the page with heat. They print faster, deliver crisper text, and cost meaningfully less per page — and because toner cartridges hold far more pages than ink cartridges, replacements come round less often. For most offices printing documents at volume, toner is the more economical choice.
The cost decision
Genuine vs compatible toner cartridges
This is the single biggest cost lever in office printing — and the decision most buyers get least information about. Here is a straight comparison.
Genuine (OEM) cartridges
Manufactured by the printer brand itself — HP, Canon, Brother, Epson and others. They carry the manufacturer's own branding, specification and warranty position, and are the default choice where absolute consistency or warranty compliance is the priority.
Compatible cartridges
Produced by third-party manufacturers to work in the same printers, built to the same physical and electronic specifications as the original. Quality varies considerably across the market, which is why the manufacturer selection matters more than the label.
02Typical cost
Genuine (OEM)
Full OEM pricing
Compatible (Al Masam range)
Approximately 30–40% less
03Page yield
Genuine (OEM)
Manufacturer's stated yield
Compatible (Al Masam range)
Same page yield as the original equivalent
04Print quality
Genuine (OEM)
Manufacturer's benchmark
Compatible (Al Masam range)
Comparable quality for everyday business documents
05Effect on the printer
Genuine (OEM)
None
Compatible (Al Masam range)
None — compatibles manufactured to proper quality standards do not damage printers
06Guarantee
Genuine (OEM)
Manufacturer's own terms
Compatible (Al Masam range)
100% replacement guarantee against manufacturing defects
07Best suited to
Genuine (OEM)
Warranty-sensitive machines, colour-critical output, and organisations with an OEM-only procurement policy
Compatible (Al Masam range)
Everyday office document printing where reducing cost per page is the objective
30–40%Typical saving
Compatible toner is a smart economical alternative — not a lower-quality product. For an office running several machines at volume, moving everyday document printing to compatible toner can substantially reduce annual print spend, while genuine cartridges remain available for machines where OEM is required.
100% replacement guarantee on manufacturing defectsProduct range
What we supply
Four core categories cover almost every office printing requirement — from a single desktop inkjet to a floor of networked laser MFPs.
Ink cartridges
Genuine ink cartridges in black and colour for inkjet printers — standard and high-yield options for desktop and office machines.
Shop ink cartridges →Toner cartridges
Laser toner in black, cyan, magenta and yellow for mono and colour laser printers and multifunction devices.
Shop toner cartridges →Genuine OEM cartridges
Original manufacturer cartridges sourced directly, for machines and policies that require OEM consumables.
Shop genuine range →Compatible toners
Quality-selected compatible laser toners at roughly 30–40% below OEM, with the same page yield and a replacement guarantee.
Shop compatible range →Brand compatibility
Cartridges for the printers you already own
Al Masam supplies ink and toner cartridges compatible with major printer manufacturers including HP, Canon, Brother and Epson, alongside other office printer brands found across UAE workplaces. If your office runs several manufacturers, all of them can be supplied on a single order and a single invoice.
HPInk & toner
CanonInk & toner
BrotherInk & toner
EpsonInk & toner
XeroxToner
SamsungToner
KyoceraToner
ToshibaToner
SharpToner
Konica MinoltaToner
LexmarkToner
OthersAsk us
Expert assistance
How to find the correct cartridge for your printer
Ordering the wrong cartridge is the most common and most avoidable procurement error. There are three reliable ways to identify the right one — pick whichever information you have to hand and our team will confirm the match.
Corporate supply solutions
Bulk and recurring supply for UAE organisations
Al Masam supplies offices, schools, government and semi-government entities, SMEs and large organisations with bulk and recurring printer consumables — supported by corporate pricing, procurement assistance and dedicated account management.
Printer consumables are among the highest-frequency repeat purchases in any organisation, and among the most tedious to administer — different machines, different codes, different reorder cycles, and a stock cupboard that runs dry at the worst possible moment.
The fix is straightforward. Share your printer fleet once and Al Masam builds a standing reference against it. From that point, reordering is a single line rather than a research exercise, and a mixed-brand fleet is quoted, invoiced and delivered as one order rather than four.
For organisations with an OEM-only procurement policy, genuine cartridges are supplied throughout. For those with room to reduce cost, everyday document printing can be moved to the compatible range while genuine cartridges remain in place wherever they're required — often the most practical balance between print budget and policy.
Offices & corporates
Schools & universities
Government & semi-government
SMEs & large organisations
What corporate customers get
- Recurring supply arrangements — standing orders against your registered printer fleet.
- Bulk pricing — volume rates for departments and multi-site organisations.
- Procurement support — cartridge matching, quotations and documentation for your purchase process.
- Account management — a named contact rather than a general enquiries queue.
- Mixed fleets on one invoice — every brand consolidated into a single order.
- Order beyond cartridges — stationery, office equipment and IT accessories on the same account.
How ordering works
From printer list to delivery
STEP 01
Send your list
Printer models, cartridge codes, or a photo of the old box — by form, phone or WhatsApp.
STEP 02
We match & quote
We identify the correct consumables and quote genuine and compatible options side by side.
STEP 03
You choose
Pick genuine, compatible, or a mix — and adjust quantities before confirming.
STEP 04
Fast delivery
Delivered to your office. Dubai-based, supplying across the UAE.
STEP 05
Reorder in one line
Your fleet list stays on file — next time, just send quantities.
Request a quote
Send your printer list
Models, cartridge codes, or both. We'll match the right consumables and quote genuine and compatible options so you can compare.
We do the matching
Don't know the cartridge code? The printer model is enough.
Both options priced
Genuine and compatible quoted side by side — decide with the numbers in front of you.
Mixed fleets welcome
Multiple brands quoted together in one response.
Request received.
We'll identify the right consumables and come back with pricing for both genuine and compatible options. For anything urgent, call (+971) 4 214 2800 or WhatsApp us.
We'll identify the right consumables and come back with pricing for both genuine and compatible options. For anything urgent, call (+971) 4 214 2800 or WhatsApp us.
FAQ
Printer cartridge questions, answered
The questions buyers ask most — about ink versus toner, genuine versus compatible, page yield, delivery and business supply.
Something not covered? Send your list and our team will advise.
What is the difference between printer ink and printer toner?+
Printer ink is a liquid used in inkjet printers and is supplied in ink cartridges. Printer toner is a fine dry powder used in laser printers and is supplied in toner cartridges. Inkjet printers suit lower print volumes and photo or colour-rich documents, while laser printers and toner cartridges suit higher-volume office printing, delivering a lower cost per page and faster print speeds.
What is the difference between genuine and compatible cartridges?+
Genuine cartridges, also called OEM cartridges, are manufactured by the printer brand itself, such as HP, Canon, Brother or Epson. Compatible cartridges are produced by third-party manufacturers to work in the same printers. High-quality compatible toner cartridges typically cost 30 to 40 percent less than genuine cartridges while delivering the same page yield and comparable print quality for everyday business documents.
Will compatible toner cartridges damage my printer?+
No. Compatible toner cartridges manufactured to proper quality standards do not damage printers. They are engineered to the same physical and electronic specifications as the original cartridge. Al Masam selects compatible toners for reliability and consistency, and supplies them with a 100% replacement guarantee against manufacturing defects.
How much can I save by using compatible toner cartridges?+
High-quality compatible toner cartridges typically cost approximately 30 to 40 percent less than equivalent original OEM cartridges, while delivering the same page yield. For an office printing at volume, this can represent a substantial reduction in annual printing costs without a meaningful change in everyday print quality.
How long does a printer cartridge last?+
Cartridge life is measured in page yield — the number of pages a cartridge prints before needing replacement. Yield varies by cartridge model and by how much of each page is covered in ink or toner. Standard-yield office toner cartridges commonly print between 1,500 and 3,000 pages, while high-yield versions of the same cartridge print considerably more. Compatible toner cartridges supplied by Al Masam deliver the same page yield as their original equivalents.
How do I find the correct cartridge for my printer?+
There are three reliable ways. First, use your printer model number, printed on the front of the machine, for example HP LaserJet Pro M404dn. Second, use the cartridge code printed on your existing cartridge or its box, for example CF259A or TN-3350. Third, send Al Masam a previous invoice or your full printer list and the team will identify the correct consumables for you.
Does Al Masam deliver printer cartridges across the UAE?+
Yes. Al Masam is based in Dubai and delivers printer ink and toner cartridges across the UAE, with fast fulfilment supported by reliable stock availability on commonly used cartridges.
Does Al Masam supply printer cartridges to businesses in bulk?+
Yes. Al Masam supplies offices, schools, government and semi-government entities, SMEs and large organisations with bulk and recurring cartridge orders, including corporate pricing, dedicated account management and standing supply arrangements based on your printer fleet.
What guarantee is provided on compatible toner cartridges?+
Al Masam provides a 100% replacement guarantee on compatible toner cartridges against manufacturing defects. If a compatible cartridge is found to be defective, it is replaced.
Which printer brands does Al Masam supply cartridges for?+
Al Masam supplies ink and toner cartridges compatible with major printer manufacturers including HP, Canon, Brother and Epson, alongside other office printer brands such as Xerox, Samsung, Kyocera, Toshiba, Sharp, Konica Minolta and Lexmark.
Should I choose an inkjet or a laser printer cartridge for office use?+
For most office environments printing everyday documents at volume, laser toner cartridges are the more economical choice because they offer a lower cost per page, faster printing and longer intervals between replacements. Inkjet ink cartridges remain well suited to lower print volumes, colour-rich work and photographic output.
Can I set up a recurring cartridge supply account with Al Masam?+
Yes. Businesses can share their printer fleet list once and place repeat orders against it. Al Masam offers recurring supply arrangements, bulk pricing, procurement support and account management for corporate customers across the UAE.
Order printer cartridges from a supplier that knows your fleet
Shop the range online, or send us your printer models and we'll quote genuine and compatible options side by side — with bulk pricing for organisations ordering at volume.
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