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Avoid the hassle of running out and protect against counterfeits – EcoPro delivers Brother Original ink and toner when you need it – for as little as £1.99 a month.
Counterfeit cartridges are unauthorised copies of Brother ink and toner, unlawfully using the Brother trademark. Beyond violating intellectual property rights, these fakes bypass crucial health, safety, and environmental standards – posing risks to users, printers, and the planet.
Where are counterfeit cartridges sold?
Counterfeit cartridges can be found anywhere – from online marketplaces and auction sites to physical retail stores and unauthorised resellers. Some mimic official branding to deceive buyers, while others appear in search results offering suspiciously low prices.
Vigilance is key – always buy from trusted sources and verify authenticity before purchasing.
Counterfeit cartridges pose serious risks to you, your printer, and the planet. They:
Follow these steps to verify authenticity and report concerns:
Brother Original cartridges feature a security hologram label.
Visit go.brother/id or your local Brother authentication site to confirm authenticity using the security code.
If something feels off, contact Brother to report suspected fakes. Our team will investigate and help ensure you're protected.
Always purchase from trusted, authorised suppliers to guarantee genuine Brother products.
At Brother, we take counterfeiting very seriously. To protect our brand and our customers, we work closely with our partners, including Amazon, and are committed to detecting counterfeits both on and offline. The figures below show the action we have taken against counterfeit suppliers to protect our customers.
Source: Corsearch Brand Protection Report for Europe, September 2018 – July 2023.
Removing fakes from 30+ online marketplaces and taking action against counterfeit producers and sellers.
Working with law enforcement, customs, and industry groups to secure the supply chain.
Offering tools to help identify and report fake cartridges.
When you use Brother Original cartridges, you get the quality you expect – plus access to our free cartridge return and recycling service.
Send your used cartridges back to us at no cost, and we’ll ensure they’re recycled or remanufactured responsibly – keeping them out of landfill and putting materials back to good use.
This is a service we offer exclusively with Brother Original Supplies.
Original quality. Backed by Brother.
Avoid the hassle of running out and protect against counterfeits – EcoPro delivers Brother Original ink and toner when you need it – for as little as £1.99 a month.
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