| abstract |
A color toner that comprises at least a binder resin, a colorant and a release agent, wherein the binder resin has at least a polyester unit and is synthesized in the presence of a tin compound as a catalyst represented by the general formula (1): n (RCOO) 2 Sn (1) n wherein, R is an alkyl group of 5 to 15 carbon atoms. The toner is excellent in charge build-up, resistance to high temperature offset, color reproducibility and transparency. |