Mine has lasted longer than that and has printed on more than 100 pieces of paper and still going. I would get in contact with HP. Maybe they would reimburse you or give you a free cartridge. Sometimes we encounter a fluke. I have been purchasing from HP for a long time and this has never happened. But if it did, I would definitely get in contact with the company, send it to them with the receipt and ask for a replacement. Most companies are more than happy to work with you.