Pre-Shipment Inspection Guide for B2B Buyers

Pre-shipment inspection helps retailers, importers, wholesalers, and outdoor brands reduce sourcing risks before goods leave China. This five-step guide explains how to confirm the approved production sample, verify order completion, choose an inspection method, and check products alongside packing, carton marks, manuals, weight, thickness, labels, and accessories. It also shows when a shipment is ready for approval based on inspection results, document readiness, packing accuracy, and container booking—not production completion alone.