What Ink Does the Canon PIXMA MX410 Use?
Last Updated:Quick answer: The Canon PIXMA MX410 uses two cartridges: a PG-210 black and a CL-211 tri-color. The high-yield PG-210XL and CL-211XL versions fit too. Castle Ink stocks remanufactured PG-210XL Black, CL-211XL Color and a combo pack.
The MX410 and MX420 are the last MX4xx models on PG-210/CL-211. Later ones such as the MX452 and MX492 use different cartridges. The MX410 shares its ink with the MP280 and MP480. European versions take PG-510/CL-511, which won't work in a U.S. printer.
CastleScore · October 2026
76/100 — Recommended
Canon PIXMA MX410
| Pillar (weight) | Score | What it is based on |
|---|---|---|
| Owner ratings (28%) | — | No retailer rating with enough reviews to use. |
| Expert reviews (18%) | 71 | TechSpot Metascore 71/100, an average of seven published reviews |
| Cost per page (24%) | 81 | About 5.5¢ per page blended (black + color) with our remanufactured PG-210XL (401 pages) and CL-211XL (349 pages). |
| Reliability (13%) | 80 | Most-reported problems: U051/U052 'cartridge not recognized' errors; U162/U163 ink-level warnings after refills; U140 'not compatible' with wrong-region cartridges; 5B00 'ink absorber full', with Canon support retired |
| Features (12%) | 68 | Print, copy, scan, fax, 30-sheet document feeder, Wi-Fi, USB flash drive port, monochrome display. No auto two-sided printing, no Ethernet. |
| Value (5%) | — | Running cost and owner satisfaction |
Limited data: We could not find enough owner ratings for this printer, so that weight is spread across the other pillars.
Discontinued and retired. Canon announced the MX410 in January 2011 at an estimated $99.99 and now lists it as retired, with no further support. PG-210 and CL-211 cartridges are still sold.
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The cartridges, pictured
PG-210XL + CL-211XL 2-packBlack + Color
PG-210XL Black2973B001 · ~401 pages
CL-211XL Tri-color2975B001 · ~349 pages
PG-210XL + CL-211XL 2-pack
PG-210XL Black
CL-211XL Tri-colorOur own remanufactured cartridges, photographed in-house.
What Ink Cartridges Does the Canon PIXMA MX410 Take?
| Cartridge | Canon part no. | Approx. yield | Castle Ink option |
|---|---|---|---|
| PG-210 Black | 2974B001 | ~220 pages | — |
| PG-210XL Black | 2973B001 | ~401 pages | Remanufactured PG-210XL Black |
| CL-211 Color | 2976B001 | ~244 pages | — |
| CL-211XL Color | 2975B001 | ~349 pages | Remanufactured CL-211XL Color |
Yields are Canon's ISO figures from its PG-210/CL-211 page-yield sheet. Both cartridges must be installed for the printer to work.
Is XL Worth It?
Yes. On October 15, 2026, Staples listed Canon's PG-210XL at $39.99 (about 10¢ a page) and the CL-211XL at $46.99. Our remanufactured PG-210XL is $19.95 (about 5¢ a page) and CL-211XL $21.95, or $35.99 for the combo pack.
How Do I Replace the Ink in the Canon PIXMA MX410?
- With the printer on, lift the scanning unit until it locks open. The cartridge holder moves into the replacement position.
- Pinch the tabs to open the ink cartridge locking cover and lift out the empty cartridge.
- Unpack the new cartridge and remove the orange protective tape. Don't touch the electrical contacts or the nozzles.
- Put it in the correct slot (color on the left, black on the right) and press the locking cover down until it clicks.
- Close the scanning unit and wait for the automatic cleaning to finish. Run a print head alignment if lines look off.
Which Other Printers Use PG-210 and CL-211?
The PIXMA iP2702, MP240, MP250, MP270, MP280, MP480, MP490, MP495, MX320, MX330, MX340, MX350, MX360 and MX420.
What PIXMA MX410 owners ask
These are the questions that come up most for this printer in Canon's support community and owner reviews, answered in our words.
What does error U051 mean?
The printer can't find a cartridge. Open the scanning unit, reseat the cartridge, press the locking cover until it clicks and wipe the contacts. If it keeps coming back, the cartridge may be damaged.
It warns that the ink level can't be detected.
That's common after a refill. Hold Stop/Reset for at least five seconds to turn off ink-level detection for that cartridge and keep printing. The printer won't warn you about low ink after that.
What does U140 mean?
The cartridge isn't compatible, usually a European PG-510/CL-511 or a cartridge for another model. Install PG-210 and CL-211 instead.
Can I scan straight to a USB flash drive?
Yes. The MX410 has a USB port on the front for saving scans and received faxes to a flash drive.
PIXMA MX410 quirks worth knowing
- Canon rates it at 8.7 ISO pages a minute in black and 5.0 in color, and a borderless 4x6 photo in about 42 seconds.
- The 30-sheet document feeder takes legal-size originals but scans one side only.
- There's no automatic two-sided printing. In that 2011 lineup, only the MX882 had it.
- It connects by Wi-Fi or USB, with no Ethernet port.
Frequently Asked Questions
What ink does the Canon PIXMA MX410 use?
PG-210 or PG-210XL black and CL-211 or CL-211XL color.
Does the MX410 use the same ink as the MX452 or MX492?
No. Those later MX4xx models moved to different cartridges.
Does it fax?
Yes. It has a color fax with memory for about 50 pages and 20 speed dials.
Other printers that use PG-210 and CL-211
Canon PIXMA MP280 · Canon PIXMA MP250 · Canon PIXMA MP480
More Canon ink guides: Canon PIXMA TS3722 · Canon PIXMA TR4720 · Canon PIXMA MG3600 · find any printer
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