An image forming apparatus includes a developing device for developing an electrostatic
image formed on an image bearing member with a magnetic developer; a supply tube
for supplying the magnetic developer into the developing device; a feeding screw
for feeding the magnetic developer in the supply tube; and a magnetic member for
confining the magnetic developer in a clearance between the supply tube and the
feeding screw, wherein the magnetic member is extended along an outer configuration
of the feeding screw.