Original HP Toner Cartridges are engineered to work seamlessly with HP LaserJet printers so that prints stay clear and readable over time. During printing, toner particles—made from a specific blend of plastic polymer and additives—are heated until they melt and then fuse firmly to the paper. This controlled fusing process helps prevent smudging and supports long-term durability.

A key concept here is toner archive ability, which is the toner’s ability to maintain quality over time. This matters for documents that must be preserved, such as contracts, records, and certificates. With Original HP Toner, the goal is to help your prints resist fading, smearing, and loss of readability so they remain usable for years.

To get the most durable results, HP recommends using:

• HP LaserJet printers with Original HP Toner Cartridges
• Paper that meets ISO 9706 for archival media (HP Home & Office Papers are acid-free according to ISO 9706)

HP relies on recognized international standards and independent labs to validate the durability of prints produced with Original HP Toner Cartridges and HP LaserJet printers.

Key tests and standards include:

• ISO 11798 standard for permanence and durability
  Many HP LaserJet printers and Original HP Toner Cartridges comply with ISO 11798, which evaluates:
  • Lightfastness (resistance to fading from light)
  • Water and wear resistance
  • Heat and folding tolerance
  ISO 11798 certificates for HP products are issued by RISE Research Institutes of Sweden AB and can be found on RISE’s public website.
• PTS DONot testing (Germany)
  HP products are also tested by the independent Papiertechnische Stiftung (PTS) labs under the German DONot test. This assesses resistance to:
  • Chemicals and water
  • Tape, folding, rubbing, and aging
  • Forgery attempts
  • Light and transfer of recording
  Sample PTS DONot certificates for HP products are available at ptspaper.de/en.

All of these durability and permanence claims are based on testing with Original HP Toner Cartridges. When non-HP cartridges are used, HP cannot confirm that these standards or durability characteristics are still met.

To extend the life of important documents—such as contracts, diplomas, and archived records—HP recommends a combination of the right supplies and smart storage practices.

1. Use compatible printers, toner, and paper

• Print with an HP LaserJet printer using Original HP Toner Cartridges, which are designed to fuse properly to the page and support durability.
• Choose paper that meets ISO 9706 for archival media. HP Home & Office Papers are acid-free according to ISO 9706, which supports long-lasting documents.

2. Protect against water and light

• Original HP Toner uses a plastic-based toner that is not water soluble, so under typical office conditions, prints should not streak or run when exposed to water.
• The ISO 11798 standard also covers lightfastness and accelerated aging, helping prints resist fading from light exposure.
• For displayed items (photos, diplomas, certificates), display under glass to reduce environmental impact.

3. Store documents in stable conditions

• Avoid direct sunlight and long-term exposure to strong light.
• Keep documents away from extreme humidity, heat, or cold.
• Use folders, sleeves, or archival boxes to limit handling and physical wear.

By combining Original HP Toner, suitable archival paper, and thoughtful storage, organizations can reimagine their print workflows for better long-term document reliability.