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PrintRite

PrintRite (Print-Rite) is a Chinese aftermarket printing consumables brand founded in Hong Kong in 1981, known for patent-safe compatible toner cartridges, ink cartridges, ribbons and printer parts.

Last updated September 26, 2026

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Overview

PrintRite, also written Print-Rite and known in Chinese as 天威 (Tianwei), is a printing consumables brand operated by Print-Rite Unicorn Image Products Co., Ltd. of Zhuhai. The company describes itself as a pioneer in the aftermarket consumables industry with more than 42 years of manufacturing and selling experience, and states that it has built a strong brand reputation for both patent safety and quality since 1981. Its product range covers over 10,000 models of premium compatible laser toner cartridges, compatible drum units, inkjet and ink products, ribbons and other supplies for copiers and printers. The brand was founded in Hong Kong in 1981 and later established its first factory in Zhuhai, China, in 1998. According to the company's development history, it produced the first ink and toner cartridges in China, established Print-Rite Unicorn, and opened an ink factory. Its 86T cartridge won the China Patent Gold Award, and the company later expanded into 3D printing, formed a strategic partnership with Pelikan, established a 3D Innovation Hub, and registered over 3,000 patents. Print-Rite celebrated its 40th anniversary and established what it describes as the first carbon-neutral product line in China. PrintRite positions itself as a professional and premium compatible toner cartridge supplier committed to high-quality copier and printer consumables. Its catalog spans laser cartridges (mono and color), copier cartridges, laser drum units, ribbons (nylon printer ribbon, correctable ribbon and lift-off tape, thermal transfer ribbon, label printer tape), ink and ink cartridges (desktop ink, sublimation ink, textile ink, ink cleaning solution), and parts such as cartridge chips, OPC drums, bulk toner and spare parts. It also offers printers and OEM brand products. The brand serves both consumer and professional markets, with applications highlighted for education, finance, healthcare, organizations and advertising. PrintRite emphasizes patent safety, rigorous safety standards, quality management and eco-friendly solutions, including a carbon-neutral product line. Its products are marketed as dependable and budget-friendly substitutes for original equipment manufacturer (OEM) products, with claims of superior print quality, extended lifespan and reliability. PrintRite operates through its official website at print-rite.com, which provides product information, company news, document downloads, videos, a blog and a PR partner section. The company is headquartered in Zhuhai, Guangdong, China, and serves global export markets. It remains an active brand in the aftermarket printing consumables industry.

History

PrintRite was founded in Hong Kong in 1981, according to the company's development history. It describes itself as a pioneer in the aftermarket consumables industry with over 42 years of manufacturing and selling experience, and states that it has had a strong brand reputation for patent safety and quality since 1981. In 1988, the company established its first factory in Zhuhai, China. In 1993, it produced the first ink and toner cartridges in China, and in 1995 it produced the first toner cartridge in China. In 1996, it established Print-Rite Unicorn. In 2002, it established an ink factory. In 2005, its 86T cartridge won the China Patent Gold Award. In 2015, it started its 3D printing business. In 2017, it formed a strategic partnership with Pelikan. In 2018, it established the 3D Innovation Hub. In 2020, it registered over 3,000 patents. In 2021, it celebrated its 40th anniversary. In 2022, it established the first carbon-neutral product line in China. The company has grown into a leading provider of high-quality printing consumables, with a product range covering over 10,000 models of premium compatible laser toner cartridges, compatible drum units, inkjet and ink products, ribbons and other supplies for copiers and printers. It operates through its official website and serves global markets. The brand emphasizes patent safety, quality management and eco-friendly solutions, including its carbon-neutral product line.

  • 2023

    Print-Rite's new website launched

  • 2022

    Established the first carbon-neutral product line in China

  • 2021

    Print-Rite 40th Anniversary

  • 2020

    Registered over 3,000 patents

  • 2018

    Established the 3D Innovation Hub

  • 2017

    Strategic Partnership with Pelikan

  • 2015

    Start of 3D printing business

  • 2005

    86T cartridge won the China Patent Gold Award

  • 2002

    Established ink factory

  • 1996

    Established Print-Rite Unicorn

Products and positioning

Professional and premium compatible printing consumables supplier emphasizing patent safety, quality and eco-friendly solutions.

  • Laser Cartridge

    High-performance premium laser cartridges for professional, reliable and high-quality printing.

  • Copier Cartridge

    Efficient and reliable copier cartridges for smooth and consistent performance in high-volume printing.

  • Ribbon

    Professional-grade printing ribbons for crisp and accurate text and vivid colors.

  • Ink & Ink Cartridge

    High-density ink cartridges for sharp and vivid prints with increased page yield.

  • Parts

    Innovative and efficient printing solutions including cartridge chips, OPC drums, bulk toner and spare parts.

  • Printer

    Printers offered by Print-Rite.

  • OEM Brand

    OEM brand products.

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