If your printer takes the Canon 072 / 072H toner, this guide answers the practical questions: which printers it fits, how many pages each cartridge really prints, what a page costs you, and when a high-yield or multipack option saves money. Every cartridge listed below is a genuine Canon original, brand new and factory sealed, with free shipping across the USA.
Which printers use Canon 072 / 072H?
Canon 072 / 072H is used by a specific range of Canon laser printers. Check the cartridge number printed on your current cartridge or in the printer's supplies status page before ordering.
Canon 072 / 072H cartridge lineup
| Cartridge | Part number | Color | Page yield* | Price | Cost per page |
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| Canon 072 Toner Cartridge | 5647C001 | Black | see product page |
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| Canon 072H Toner Cartridge | 5648C001 | Black | see product page | $147.97 | — |
*Yields are Canon's declared values (ISO/IEC 19752 for mono, ISO/IEC 19798 for color) at 5% page coverage. Real-world yield depends on what you print: dense graphics use more toner than text.
Genuine Canon vs compatible Canon 072 / 072H
Search results for “Canon 072 / 072H” are full of compatible and remanufactured cartridges at a fraction of the price. They can work, but the trade-offs are real: yield claims are not measured to the same ISO standard, toner formulation differs from the one the fuser was tuned for, chip errors after firmware updates are common, and a leaking cartridge can put a drum or fuser repair on your bill. Canon's warranty does not cover damage caused by non-Canon supplies. We sell only original Canon cartridges — the ones with Canon's security label — because for a workgroup printer the difference in cost per page is small next to the cost of downtime.
How to check yours is genuine: the box carries a Canon security label, the cartridge has Canon's part number (5647C001 for the 072) molded or printed on it, and the printer's supplies page identifies it as an original Canon cartridge after installation.
Replacing the Canon 072 / 072H cartridge
- Open the front cover of the imageCLASS printer and lift the old cartridge out by the handle.
- Unpack the new cartridge, rock it gently five or six times so the toner spreads evenly, then remove the protective cover or sealing tape.
- Slide the cartridge fully into its slot until it clicks, and close the cover.
- If the printer still reports the old cartridge, open and close the cover once more; the counter resets when the new chip is read.
Canon accepts used original cartridges through its return program in the US, and most office-supply stores have a drop-off bin.
Frequently asked questions
Which printers is Canon 072 / 072H compatible with?
Canon 072 / 072H fits a specific range of Canon laser printers; check the cartridge number on your current cartridge. The full list is above and on each product page.
Are your Canon 072 / 072H cartridges genuine Canon?
Yes. GS TONER sells only original Canon cartridges, brand new and factory sealed, sourced from authorized distribution. No compatibles, no refills.
How fast do you ship?
Orders placed before 2 PM Eastern ship the same business day from our US warehouse, with free shipping to all 50 states.
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Ready to order? Every Canon 072 / 072H cartridge and pack above is in stock at GS TONER with free US shipping and 30-day returns.
