Supplier Verification
How to Verify a Chinese Supplier Before Sending Payment
A practical supplier verification checklist for importers reviewing factory claims, documents, capability, and payment risk.
2026-05-01 | 6 min read
Start with supplier identity
Ask for the legal company name, registered address, business license, export experience, factory photos, product scope, and contact details that match the documents. Inconsistencies deserve follow-up before payment.
Check capability against your exact order
A supplier can be legitimate and still be wrong for your project. Review product specialization, equipment, quality control process, MOQ, lead time, packaging experience, and destination-market familiarity.
Use samples and inspection as controls
Samples and pre-shipment inspection create evidence before the order is released. They also make supplier expectations clearer before production begins.