Electrophotographic photosensitive member, and process cartridge and electrophotographic apparatus including the photosensitive member

摘要

An electrophotographic photosensitive member exhibiting a good durability and stable electrophotographic performances regardless of environmental change is provided by coating the photosensitive layer with a specific protective layer. The protective layer has a thickness of 1 - 7 mu m and comprises a cured phenolic resin and metal particles or metal oxide particles dispersed therein.