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HP Toner Cartridge Codes: A Guide to Older LaserJet Ranges

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Guide refreshed 9 October 2026. Originally published as a product-range announcement.

This older roundup covers several HP toner families. They are not new releases today, and a cartridge appearing here does not establish current stock. Use the codes below to prepare an enquiry, then confirm the exact replacement for your printer.

Start with the full cartridge reference

Copy every letter and number from the cartridge or its packaging. The final letter matters: do not shorten a reference such as CF226A or CF226X to “HP toner”. For a colour printer, include the required colour as well as the code.

HP toner families covered in the original article

  • CF287A / HP 87A: the original entry discussed LaserJet Enterprise M506dn and LaserJet Pro M501dn/M501n.
  • HP 410A and 410X: CF410A, CF411A, CF412A, CF413A and the corresponding X references. The article discussed M452dn/M452nw and M477fdn/M477fdw/M477fnw models.
  • HP 26A and 26X: CF226A and CF226X, with M402dn/M402dw/M402n and M426dw/M426fdn/M426fdw references.
  • HP 201A and 201X: CF400A, CF401A, CF402A, CF403A and the corresponding X references, with M252dw/M252n and M277dw/M277n references.
  • CF283A / HP 83A: the original list included M201n, M125a/M125nw/M125rnw, M127fn/M127fp/M127fw and M225dn/M225dw.

These are historical enquiry references, not a blanket compatibility guarantee. Confirm the full model, regional version and actual supplier specification before buying. Do not substitute a nearby code from another group.

Standard or higher-capacity replacement?

Ask what capacity is available for your exact printer. Compare the stated yield of the product offered, its price and the number of cartridges included. Genuine HP benchmarks do not automatically describe a third-party compatible or remanufactured cartridge.

For the 26 family, see our HP 26A replacement guide and HP 26X high-capacity guide.

Send the details that make a quote useful

  • Printer model and current cartridge code.
  • Colour, quantity and preferred genuine or compatible option.
  • Delivery postcode and required date.
  • Any printer error message relevant to the replacement.

Ask for the total including VAT and delivery, the current stock position, and support or returns terms. This archive roundup does not promise free delivery or immediate availability.

Cartridge Care contacts

Manchester branch: 0161 738 1465 for local supply enquiries.

This website: 0161 738 1066 for cartridge guidance, or request a cartridge quote.