Buyer resources

Practical checks before you pay or approve an order

Plain-English guides for small importers who want to review supplier evidence, order details, invoices, payment requests, and samples before moving forward.

Before payment

How to Check a Chinese Supplier Before Payment

A practical buyer-side guide to reviewing Chinese supplier evidence before sending payment.

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First order

First Order From China Checklist

A practical checklist for buyers reviewing their first order from a Chinese supplier.

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Payment risk

Supplier Invoice and Payment Red Flags

Common invoice and payment-detail red flags buyers should review before paying a Chinese supplier.

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Sample approval

Sample Approval Checklist Before Bulk Production

A buyer-side checklist for reviewing a supplier sample before approving bulk production.

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