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How to verify a Chinese supplier professionally
A quick practical check for commercial registers, factory addresses, samples, references, and payment risks.
The Problem
Many B2B merchants compare prices first. That is exactly where the risk begins: trading companies act as factories, outdated certificates are passed along, and the specified address does not match the actual production site. A reliable supplier cannot be judged by Alibaba ratings alone.
The Risk
Without verification, you may pay the wrong contract partner, receive goods from a different factory, or suddenly face new MOQs after paying the deposit. In case of complaints, a reliable point of contact will be missing.
The Solution
Check business licenses, production addresses, contacts, export experience, and product categories together. Do not rely on photos alone: a quick video tour, local register data, and a plausibility check of production capacity reveal much more.
Practical Checklist
- Match business license and English company name
- Verify address via map, website, and video
- Check sample invoice for payment recipient
- Compare reference products and production lines
- Document a brief supplier audit before paying the deposit
How China Send helps
We audit your supplier before the first payment and provide a clear assessment of risk, price, and the next step.
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