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How long do unopened HP inkjet cartridges last before drying out from no use?

Right now there's a sale where I can get HP ink cartridges for my printer for 25% off, but because part of the savings is a volume discount, I have to buy at least 6 combo packs (1 black + 1 tricolor each). Should I be worried about some of the cartridges' drying out before I ever get the chance to use them? How long will an HP cartridge last if I don't open its packaging and just keep it in my desk?

Public Comments

I would think as long as the packs havent been opened that they would be good for a year at least. If you do alot of printing, you might be money ahead.
Keep them in a cool area in the original packaging and they should last for at least a year. Unfortunately, I have to tell you that your HP printer will probably not last as long as the cartridges and you cannot return the cartridges. I have people come into my office all the time who are stuck with ink they can't use because their printer to a crap on them.