How to Verify a Chinese Supplier Before Placing a Big Order
Seven practical checks that separate a real factory from a trading company pretending to be one — most of them are free.
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Practical, no-fluff guides on buying from China — written by a team that has inspected, sourced and shipped from the Pearl River Delta for 18+ years.
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Factory Audit Checklist: 25 Things Buyers Should Check
Our full on-site factory audit checklist: legal documents, production capacity, quality systems and social compliance — ready to print and use.
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What pre-shipment inspections actually cost in 2026 — independent inspectors vs. global giants — and how to avoid hidden charges.
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