What if it arrives defective or does not work?

Free exchange within 14 days and Statutory consumer rights. If it does not work, we send you a new one with a tracking number with no need to return the first.

Does the ink have an expiry date?

The date on the box is the end of warranty, not a real expiry. Stored cool and dry, this cartridge lasts 2-3 years unopened.

What do I do if the printer says the cartridge is empty but it is new?

Take the cartridge out, clean the chip with cotton and a little alcohol and put it back until it clicks. If it continues, switch the printer off for 5 minutes. If the problem persists, write to us: Statutory consumer rights.

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Brother LC3213 compatible ink cartridge · 400 pages · ISO 9001

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3-year warranty
ISO 9001 certified
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400 pages €7,47 per 1,000 pages · ISO/IEC 19752

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The compatible Brother LC3213 cartridge prints up to 400 pages according to ISO/IEC 24711 (5% coverage). Updated compatible chip. ISO 9001 certified, with a 3-year legal warranty (art. 120 RDL 1/2007). Save up to.

3 years warranty
ISO 9001
24h mainland shipping
30-day returns
Support in Spanish

Will it work in my printer?

Yes. It is compatible with 6 Brother models. Find yours:

DCP: Brother DCP-J772DW, Brother DCP-J774DW
MFC: Brother MFC-J491DW, Brother MFC-J497DW, Brother MFC-J890DW, Brother MFC-J895DW

Don't see your model? Verify your printer model or write to us before buying.

How many pages does it print?

Prints up to 400 pages measured according to ISO/IEC 24711 with a 5% coverage. This is the same methodology that Brother uses in its original LC3213 cartridge, so the comparison is honest. Real yield depends on the type of document: dense texts yield less, while emails and low-coverage documents yield slightly more.

OEM equivalent: Brother LC3213.

Cost per page

Cartridge	Pages	€/page
Original Brother LC3213	400	0.016 €/page
Startoner compatible	400	0.007 €/page

Last update: 2026-05-05.

How to install?

Turn on the printer and open the cartridge cover: the carriage will move to the loading position.
Press gently on the used cartridge to release it and remove it.
Take the new cartridge out of the packaging and remove the orange tape or protective sticker from the head.
Insert the cartridge in the correct position and push until you hear a click.
Close the cover: the printer will automatically run a short alignment cycle (1-2 minutes).
Print the test page that the printer offers to confirm the alignment.

Do I lose my printer warranty?

No. Art. 120 of RDL 1/2007 and Directive (EU) 2019/771 prohibit the manufacturer from voiding your warranty for using compatible consumables. According to Directive (EU) 2024/1799 on the right to repair (in force July 31, 2026), the use of compatible cartridges does not affect the manufacturer's warranty.

FAQ

Is it compatible with my printer?

Yes. This compatible Brother LC3213 consumable works in 6 Brother models. If you don't see yours in the list, write to us before buying and we will confirm it in less than 24 hours.

Does using a compatible cartridge void my printer warranty?

No. Using a compatible cartridge does not void your printer warranty. It is backed by art. 120 of RDL 1/2007 and Directive (EU) 2019/771: the manufacturer must demonstrate in writing that the damage was caused by the consumable. Endorsed by Directive (EU) 2024/1799 on the right to repair.

How many pages does it print?

Up to 400 pages measured according to ISO/IEC 24711 with a 5% coverage. Real yield depends on the type of document: dense text yields less, light graphics can yield more.

How long does shipping take?

24-48h shipping in the peninsula. Orders before 5:00 PM leave the same day. Algeciras and Cádiz, same day. Free from €50; below that, €3.99.

What if it arrives defective or doesn't work?

Free exchange within 14 calendar days (art. 102 RDL 1/2007) and 3-year legal warranty (art. 120). If it doesn't work, we will send you a new one with a tracking number without you having to return the first one.

Why doesn't my printer recognize the cartridge?

Turn off the printer for 60 seconds and turn it back on; the chip synchronizes with the firmware. If it continues, remove the cartridge and clean the contacts with a dry cotton swab before reinserting it.

Does the ink have an expiration date?

The date you will see on the box is the "warranty end date", not the real expiration. Well stored, in a cool and dry place, this cartridge lasts 2-3 years unopened.

What do I do if the printer says the cartridge is empty and it's new?

Remove the cartridge, clean the chip with a cotton swab and a little alcohol and put it back in until you hear a click. If it continues, turn off the printer for 5 minutes. If the problem continues, write to us: you have 3 years of warranty.

Free return program for recycling. Complies with the WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU for waste electrical and electronic equipment, and with the REACH Regulation (Regulation (EC) 1907/2006) on chemical substances.

Brand Startoner (2022). Distributed by CHICTRATEC SL (Los Barrios, Cádiz). Manufactured by Grupo Recycop (Tangier, founded in 1998).