What Is MICR Toner?

The acronym “MICR” stands for Magnetic Ink Character Recognition. MICR is a process by which documents are printed using magnetic ink and special fonts to create machine readable information for quick document processing. The principal purpose of MICR toner is to print accounting and routing information on bank checks and other negotiable documents.

How Is MICR Toner Different from Laser Toner?

MICR toner contains an iron oxide that permits the “bank line” information of a check to be read by electronic bank processing equipment. MICR toner is similar to standard laser printer toner, but requires a 50% to 60% iron oxide additive content to meet ANSI specifications for readability standards.

How Is a Laser Check Printed from Blank Security Paper?

MICR laser printing has the capability to imprint all information on the check, including the MICR line, your digitized signature, and all other variable information. The same stock of blank safety paper can be used for any number of bank accounts. The MICR printer applies the data to the check with magnetic MICR toner that enables the “MICR line” to be read by bank processing equipment. MICR Laser check processing provides a much higher level of security and decrease exposure to check fraud.

Why Are PDS MICR Toners Your Best Choice?

• All incoming toner materials are inspected 100% in our lab to insure the magnetic feature and printing quality.
• Every production batch is tested to meet ANSI specifications for readability standards.
• All PDS MICR toners are MADE in USA with the highest standard in the industry.
• We offer two years of full warranty, free from defects in materials and workmanship.