A cost-effective compatible replacement for occasional or lower-volume printing.
Standard compatible alternative to HP 302XL — black ink
Yield: 430 pages (based on 5% coverage)
UK supplier — despatched from our warehouse
30 days GenieCare™ Expert Support — included free from date of purchase
Important: not suitable for printers currently enrolled in an active HP Instant Ink subscription — see FAQ below
If your printer is showing an ink low, replace cartridge, or ink empty message, this cartridge is a compatible replacement for HP 302XL on the HP DeskJet 3630 & OfficeJet 3830 / 4650 / 5230 series — see the Compatible Printers table below to confirm your exact model, and the FAQ for an important note on HP Instant Ink.
Specifications
Type
Standard compatible ink cartridge — Black
Compatible with (OEM reference)
HP 302XL (F6U68AE)
Yield
430 pages (based on 5% coverage)
Printer series
HP DeskJet 3630 & OfficeJet 3830 / 4650 / 5230 series
Condition
New — standard compatible
Weight & delivery
Courier delivery, tracked
Compatible Printers
This ink cartridge is compatible with the following HP printers. If your model is not listed, contact us before ordering — we can confirm fitment.
Model
Notes
HP DeskJet 3630 All-in-One
HP OfficeJet 3830 All-in-One
HP OfficeJet 4650 All-in-One
HP OfficeJet 5230 All-in-One
What's Included
1 × Standard compatible black ink cartridge — compatible with HP 302XL
Basic installation guidance included
30 days GenieCare™ Expert Support — included free from date of purchase
Guarantee, Warranty & GenieCare™ Support
Standard compatible cartridges are covered by a 30-day arrival guarantee — free replacement or refund if the cartridge is faulty on arrival or develops a fault within 30 days of delivery.
This guarantee covers genuine cartridge faults. It does not cover non-functioning caused by an active HP Instant Ink subscription on the printer — see the FAQ below, and please check this before ordering.
Page yields are based on industry-standard 5% coverage.
30 days support — and it never has to stop
Every ink order from Printer Genie keeps GenieCare™ Expert Support active. Real printer experts. No call centres. No subscription.
✓ Cartridge installation guidance
✓ Print quality troubleshooting
✓ Cartridge recognition error help
✓ Error code help and diagnosis
GenieCare™ Expert Support stays active with each order — no subscription, no sign-up. Does not replace any product warranty.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this work if my printer has HP Instant Ink?
No — if your printer is currently enrolled in an active HP Instant Ink subscription, HP's printer firmware blocks non-HP cartridges from printing at all. This isn't a warning message you can dismiss; the printer simply won't print with a compatible cartridge fitted. This cartridge is only suitable for printers that have never joined Instant Ink, or where the subscription has since been fully cancelled and the printer released from it. Check your HP Smart app or account if you're not sure before ordering.
Will this ink damage my printer or void my warranty?
No. UK/EU law means using a compatible cartridge can't void your manufacturer warranty under normal use, provided your printer isn't blocked by an active HP Instant Ink subscription (see above).
Is F6U68AE the right cartridge for my printer?
HP 302XL (F6U68AE) is the black cartridge for the HP DeskJet 3630 & OfficeJet 3830 / 4650 / 5230 series — check the Compatible Printers table above, or the part number on your existing cartridge. Not sure? Contact us before ordering and we'll confirm fitment.
What's the difference between this and Premium Compatible ink?
Standard compatible suits occasional, lower-volume printing and carries a 30-day arrival guarantee. Premium Compatible is made to a higher specification and backed by a lifetime guarantee with printer damage cover — the right choice for regular or business use.
