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KIP Toner

www.kip.com/green

KIP Toner bottle/cartridge:

When it’s empty, just recycle the bottle — no return shipping, no microchips, and no special disposal steps.

Storage and shelf life:

No expiration date – shelf stable for extended storage and future use.

Canon Ink

www.usa.canon.com/…/ink-cartridge-recycling-program

Prepare your cartridges:

Remove your empty Canon inkjet or toner cartridges from your printer.

Choose your recycling method:

1. Drop-off:

Find a participating FedEx Office Print & Ship Center by searching online or contacting your local location.
Bring your empty cartridges to the selected FedEx Office location for drop-off.

2. Mail-Back:

If drop-off isn’t convenient, you can mail your cartridges back to Canon.
Follow the instructions on the Canon USA website to obtain shipping materials and guidance.

Follow specific instructions for your method:

Drop-off: Confirm the FedEx location participates in Canon’s ink recycling program before visiting.

Mail-back: Follow Canon’s online instructions to properly prepare and ship your cartridges.

What happens next:

Canon will process all received cartridges for reuse or recycling in an environmentally responsible manner.

HP Ink

www.hp.com/us-en/hp-information/recycling/ink-toner.html

Choose your recycling method:

1. HP Planet Partners:

HP’s main recycling program, offering free shipping and drop-off locations.

2. Mail-In Program:

You can request a prepaid shipping label or postage-paid envelope online to mail back your used cartridges.

3. Retailer Drop-Off:

Many retailers, including Best Buy, Staples, Office Depot, and Walmart, offer recycling bins or stations.

4. HP Instant Ink:

If you are an HP Instant Ink subscriber, you can use the prepaid recycling envelopes that come with your ink shipments.

Prepare your cartridges:

Remove any plastic or tape from the cartridge before recycling.
If the cartridge is still in the printer, follow the printer manual for safe removal.

Benefits of recycling:

Recycling helps reduce waste, conserves resources, and supports HP’s commitment to sustainability.

Xerox Toner

www.xerox.com/en-us/about/recycling

Choose your recycling method:

1. Xerox Ecobox:

This program offers a convenient way to recycle both Xerox and non-Xerox toner cartridges and other supplies.
You gather used cartridges in the box and Xerox handles the collection.
The process is simple and eco-friendly.

2. Green World Alliance Recycling Program:

This program focuses on recycling Xerox branded imaging supply items.
You can return your spent consumables through this program.
It helps to keep millions of pounds of waste out of landfills.

3. General Supplies Recycling Program:

Xerox accepts a variety of items, including toner cartridges, fusers, and more.
You can use any cardboard box to ship your used supplies.
Ensure the box is sealed properly and meets the weight and dimension requirements.

Follow specific instructions for your method:

Ecobox: Request a box online and gather your supplies, then ship it back to Xerox.

Green World Alliance: Find the recycling label for your country/region and follow the instructions.

General Supplies: Use your own box, seal it securely, and print a return label.

Other resources:

Xerox website: Provides detailed information on the programs and how to participate.
Staples and Office Depot: Some stores also accept toner cartridges for recycling.
Local recycling options: Explore options in your area, such as municipal waste services or industrial recycling programs.

Epson Ink

www.epson.com/recycle-program
By recycling your Epson ink cartridges, you contribute to reducing waste and promoting environmentally responsible disposal.

Prepare your cartridges:

Gather the empty Epson ink cartridges you want to recycle.

Choose your recycling method:

1. Mail-Back: Epson offers a mail-back program with pre-paid shipping labels.

Get the label: Visit the Epson recycling website (https://epson.com/recycle-program) to request and print a pre-paid FedEx shipping label.
Package the cartridges: Securely pack your used cartridges in an appropriate shipping envelope or box.
Attach the label: Affix the FedEx label to the box.
Ship: Drop the package off at a FedEx location.

2. Drop-off: Some local retail stores or designated recycling centers accept Epson ink cartridges. You can search online for participating stores near you.

Follow specific instructions for your method:

Mail-back: Follow the packing instructions provided by Epson.

Drop-off: Check with the specific store or recycling center for their drop-off procedures.

Checking the Print Counter

You can check the total number of prints, black-and-white prints, and color prints that have been printed.

Press the home button, if necessary.
Select Settings.
Select Print Counter. You see a screen like this:

Select Print Sheet if you want to print out the counter results.
Press the home button to exit.

Canon Meter Readings

Locating the counter list will vary depending on the type of operation panel.

Normal Operation Panel
Click the “Counter” button on the operation panel, then hit “Print List” on the screen.

Smart Operation Panel
Click the “Counter” button on the screen.

HP Meter Readings

Meter readings for an HP device can be found by navigating to “Reports” on the operation panel. Then, select “Configuration Page” and select “print.”

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KIP Toner

KIP Toner bottle/cartridge:

Storage and shelf life:

Canon Ink

Prepare your cartridges:

Choose your recycling method:

Follow specific instructions for your method:

What happens next:

HP Ink

Choose your recycling method:

Prepare your cartridges:

Benefits of recycling:

Xerox Toner

Choose your recycling method:

Follow specific instructions for your method:

Other resources:

Epson Ink

Prepare your cartridges:

Choose your recycling method:

Follow specific instructions for your method:

Checking the Print Counter

Canon Meter Readings

HP Meter Readings

Easy Access to your KIP Printer Meter Readings