First-Time China Importer Mistakes: Top 10 Quality and Inspection Errors to Avoid

First-Time China Importer Mistakes: Top 10 Quality and Inspection Errors to Avoid

A first-time China importer quality mistake is any missing control point that lets supplier selectio...

China Sourcing Timeline: When to Book Your Pre-Shipment Inspection (Realistic Guide)

China Sourcing Timeline: When to Book Your Pre-Shipment Inspection (Realistic Guide)

The best time to book a Pre-Shipment Inspection in China is usually 5 to 7 days before the planned i...

Sourcing Agent vs Trading Company vs Direct Factory: QC Implications Compared

Sourcing Agent vs Trading Company vs Direct Factory: QC Implications Compared

A sourcing agent, trading company, and direct factory each changes how much visibility, leverage, an...

Sourcing Agent vs Inspection Company: Do You Need Both for China Quality Control?

Sourcing Agent vs Inspection Company: Do You Need Both for China Quality Control?

A sourcing agent helps the buyer find, evaluate, negotiate with, and coordinate suppliers, while an ...

Incoterms® 2020 Rules and Quality Control: Which Trade Terms Give Importers the Most Leverage?

Incoterms® 2020 Rules and Quality Control: Which Trade Terms Give Importers the Most Leverage?

Incoterms 2020 affect quality control leverage because they define delivery, cost, risk, transport, ...

FOB Inspection Point: Who Is Legally Responsible for Product Quality After FOB?

FOB Inspection Point: Who Is Legally Responsible for Product Quality After FOB?

The FOB inspection point is the last practical quality gate before goods are loaded on board the ves...