Samsung laser printers still run in offices and shops everywhere. New Samsung-branded models were phased out after HP acquired the printer business in 2017, but millions of Xpress, CLP and ML machines keep printing — and original supplies get scarcer and pricier each year. That is exactly where Samsung compatible toner cartridges earn their keep. This guide decodes the CLT and MLT numbering, maps popular printers to the right cartridge, and shows what to check before you buy.
CLT vs MLT: the two Samsung toner families
Samsung part numbers are easy to read once you know the code:
- CLT = color laser toner (CLP and CLX color machines)
- MLT = monochrome laser toner (ML and Xpress M mono machines)
- K / C / M / Y = black / cyan / magenta / yellow — color series need one cartridge per color
- S / L suffix = standard yield / high yield (e.g. MLT-D111S vs the longer-lasting L version)
- CLT-R = drum unit and CLT-W = waste toner container — separate consumables, not toner
Popular Samsung printers and the toner they take
Match your machine against this table of the models our wholesale buyers ask about most (compatibility data from our published catalog):
| Cartridge | Color | Fits (typical models) |
|---|---|---|
| MLT-D111S | Black | Xpress SL-M2020 / M2022 / M2070 series |
| MLT-D101S | Black | ML-2160 series (incl. ML-2165W) |
| MLT-D104S | Black | ML-1660 / ML-1665 / ML-1865W series |
| MLT-D105L | Black, high yield | ML-1910 / ML-1915 / ML-2525 / ML-2582 series |
| MLT-D116L | Black, high yield | Xpress SL-M2625 / M2675 / M2825 / M2875 series |
| CLT-K404S + C/M/Y | 4-color set | Xpress C430 / C480 series |
| CLT-K406S + C/M/Y | 4-color set | CLP-360 / CLP-365 / CLP-367 series |
| CLT-K504S + C/M/Y | 4-color set | CLP-415N / CLP-415NW / CLX-4195FN / CLX-4195FW |
| CLT-K506L | Black, high yield | CLP-680nd / CLP-680dw / CLX-6260 series |
Not on the list? Search your exact model in the search box above, or browse the full Samsung cartridge catalog — if a machine is sellable, we can almost always supply it.
What to check before buying Samsung compatible toner
- Exact part number — CLT-404S, 406S and 504S look alike but fit different machines. Match the number printed on your old cartridge, not just the printer model.
- Chip — most Xpress and CLP machines read a chip on the cartridge. Order with-chip cartridges so page level reporting works out of the box.
- Yield — the L (high-yield) version costs more per unit but prints more pages. For daily-use machines it is almost always the better deal.
- Drum vs toner — if prints are faded or streaked with a fresh toner installed, the drum (CLT-R) may be due, not the toner.
Quality compatible cartridges from graded specialist factories print the same pages as the original at a much lower unit cost — the same trade-off we break down in our compatible vs OEM buying guide. For color machines, replacing all four cartridges as a set from one batch keeps color output consistent.
Why resellers still stock Samsung toner in 2026
The installed base does the selling for you: every Samsung Xpress and CLP machine in service needs toner for years, yet original supplies get harder to find and pricier. Resellers who keep a Samsung compatible line — starting with high-volume movers like MLT-D111S and the CLT-404S color set — capture that demand with little competition. Our Samsung line is produced in our partner factory network with chip options for the models that need them, and sample units are free (buyer pays courier).
Frequently asked questions
Are compatible Samsung toner cartridges safe to use?
Yes. A well-made compatible matches the original's dimensions and page yield and prints normally in Xpress, CLP and ML machines. Buy from a supplier that grades its factories, includes chips where needed, and offers samples to test first.
What is the difference between CLT-404S, CLT-406S and CLT-504S?
CLT-404S fits Xpress C430/C480 machines, CLT-406S fits the CLP-360/365 series, and CLT-504S fits CLP-415 and CLX-4195 machines. They look similar but are not interchangeable — always match the number on your old cartridge.
What do the S and L suffixes on Samsung toner mean?
S marks a standard-yield cartridge and L marks a higher-yield version of the same cartridge. The high-yield L version costs more per unit but prints more pages, which lowers cost per page for busy offices.
Does Samsung still make printers and toner?
HP acquired Samsung's printer business in 2017, and new Samsung-branded models were phased out. Millions of Samsung machines remain in daily use — compatible CLT and MLT toner keeps them running affordably.
Can I test Samsung compatible toner before a bulk order?
Yes. Free sample units (buyer pays courier) let you check fit, print quality and chip recognition before ordering volume.