Pigment black ink for sharp text with great longevity XL Pigment black ink is used for printing documents on plain paper and ensures crisp, sharp text. XL ink tanks can help you save money, print more when you need to, and extend the time between replacing ink tanks. Genuine Canon inks provide optimal performance and offer exclusive access to Creative Park Premium content. This XL ink tank provides 1.6x more prints compared to its standard equivalent.