Princo Cdr

The phrase 'Princo CD-R' refers to a budget-tier optical disc media produced by the Taiwan-based Princo Corporation (founded in 1983). While historically dominant in the low-cost media market, the brand has largely shifted focus away from optical manufacturing in recent years. PrincoDigitalfaq

Market Trends & Insights (2026)

* Operational Shift: In 2018, Princo transferred its recordable optical disc line to AVIC UmeDisc to focus on SmartWatch technology. Current "Princo" media is manufactured under this partnership. PrincoDigitalfaq

* Product Availability: The primary product remains the 700MB/80min CD-R with a recording speed of 56X, typically sold in 50-piece or 100-piece spindles. Alibaba

* Pricing: In B2B markets, Princo CD-Rs are priced aggressively between $0.06 and $0.10 per unit for bulk orders (MOQ ≥ 30,000 pieces). AlibabaAlibaba

* Quality Reputation: Expert reviewers like *DigitalFAQ* categorize Princo as "3rd Class Media," citing high failure rates and poor longevity. They are often noted for using fake Media IDs (e.g., TDKG01) to bypass compatibility issues. Digitalfaq

Key Product Features

* Capacity/Speed: 700MB (80 minutes) at up to 56X recording speed.

* Visual ID: Authentic Princo discs are known for their distinctive blue recordable surface. Alibaba

* Manufacturing Grade: Primarily marketed as "Grade A" for high-volume duplication where cost-efficiency is prioritized over long-term archival reliability.

I have compiled a list of current B2B suppliers and technical specifications for Princo CD-R media in the file below.