Sourcing FAQ
Clear answers to common sourcing questions, including what to check, how to interpret the evidence, and what to do next.
If a Chinese Supplier Asks You to Pay a Different Company or Hong Kong Account, What Should You Verify?
If a Chinese supplier asks you to pay a Hong Kong company, a trading company, an exporter, or another entity different from the supplier name, do not assume the arrangement is either normal or fraudulent. Distinguish a Hong Kong company from a Hong Kong bank account, map the transaction entity chain, verify how the entities are related, and resolve unexplained inconsistencies before signing the contract or sending payment.
How Do I Run a Background Check on a Chinese Supplier?
Verify the supplier’s Chinese legal identity, operating status, transaction entity, factory relationship, product capability, export activity, and payment beneficiary.
How to Review Supplier Legitimacy and Information Consistency
A verified or audited supplier badge only confirms that certain information was checked under a defined program. This FAQ explains how buyers can review supplier legitimacy, compare legal entities and factory relationships, assess verification reports, identify information gaps, and decide what to verify before paying or placing an order.
Why Are Supplier Quotes for the Same Product So Different?
Supplier quotes for the same product can differ because suppliers may be quoting different specifications, quantities, Incoterms, included costs, quality requirements, or other commercial terms. This FAQ explains what buyers should normalize before comparing prices.
What Information Should I Collect From Suppliers Before Comparing Them?
Learn what product, pricing, MOQ, Incoterm, lead time, certification, and supplier information to collect before comparing Chinese suppliers.
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