Catching a defect after your shipment arrives costs far more than catching it before the container is sealed. This pre-shipment inspection service covers Shanghai factories directly, verifying that your goods meet your specifications, your quantity is correct, and your packaging will survive transit, all before the cargo leaves China. Importers, sourcing managers, and e-commerce sellers who cannot be on the factory floor themselves rely on this inspection to protect their order.

What You Get

On-Site Quality Check A trained inspector visits the Shanghai factory and examines finished goods against your product specifications, approved samples, or purchase order requirements.
Quantity and Carton Verification The inspector counts production output, checks carton labeling, and confirms the shipped quantity matches your order before loading.
Packaging and Shipping Mark Review Outer cartons, inner packing, barcode labels, and shipping marks are inspected to confirm they meet your requirements and destination country regulations.
Defect Classification Report Every defect found is photographed and classified as critical, major, or minor using standard AQL sampling methodology, giving you clear pass or fail guidance.
Same-Day Inspection Report A detailed report with photographs is delivered the same day the inspection is completed, so you can make a release decision without delay.

How It Works

Submit Your Order Details Provide your purchase order, product specifications, and factory address in Shanghai so the inspection is scoped correctly from the start.
Inspector Is Assigned and Scheduled An inspector is booked at the factory on your confirmed date, coordinated directly with the supplier.
On-Site Inspection Is Conducted The inspector carries out the full check on the factory floor, covering product quality, quantity, and packaging according to your checklist.
Report Is Delivered You receive a structured report with photographs, defect classifications, and a clear pass or fail result the same day.

Who This Is For

This service is built for importers, Amazon and e-commerce sellers, sourcing agencies, and buying offices that source manufactured goods from Shanghai and need independent verification before shipment. If your business depends on receiving exactly what you ordered, in the condition you ordered it, this inspection removes the guesswork from that process.

Frequently Asked Questions

At what production stage should I book this inspection?
Pre-shipment inspection is conducted when at least 80 percent of the production run is finished and goods are packed or ready to pack. Booking earlier than this means the inspector cannot assess the full order.

Which AQL level is used during the inspection?
The standard inspection uses AQL 2.5 for major defects and AQL 4.0 for minor defects, which is the international norm for consumer and industrial goods. If your product requires a stricter or custom AQL level, specify this when placing your order.

What happens if the inspection result is a fail?
You receive a full report detailing every defect found. You then decide whether to request that the factory rework the goods before shipment, negotiate with your supplier, or hold the release. The inspector does not make that commercial decision on your behalf.

Can I add a custom checklist for my product?
Yes. You can provide a product-specific checklist covering dimensions, function tests, material checks, or any other criteria relevant to your goods. The inspector works from your checklist alongside the standard visual quality check.

Does the inspector coordinate directly with my factory in Shanghai?
Scheduling is handled with the factory directly. You provide the factory contact and confirmed production date, and the appointment is arranged without requiring you to manage that communication yourself.

How do I receive the inspection report?
The report is delivered digitally on the day of the inspection. It includes photographs of sampled units, defect images, quantity counts, and a summary verdict, formatted so you can share it with your supplier or internal team immediately.

If you need a clear, documented answer on whether your Shanghai order is ready to ship, this inspection gives you exactly that.