Choosing the right supplier is one of the most critical steps in China sourcing.
Before placing any order, asking the right questions can help you avoid costly mistakes and unreliable partnerships.
Here are 10 essential questions every buyer should ask before working with a China supplier.
1. What is your minimum order quantity (MOQ)?
Understanding MOQ helps you assess flexibility and trial order options.
2. What materials and standards do you use?
Request material specifications and relevant certifications.
3. Can you provide samples?
Samples reveal actual quality, not just promises.
4. What is your production lead time?
Clear timelines reduce planning risks.
5. How do you handle quality control?
Ask about inspection processes and defect handling.
6. What payment terms do you offer?
Understand deposits, balances, and payment security.
7. What happens if there are defects?
Clarify responsibility before issues arise.
8. Can you support customization?
Customization reflects real manufacturing capability.
9. Do you have export experience?
Export-ready suppliers reduce shipping risks.
10. Who will be my main contact?
Clear communication saves time and avoids errors.
Why These Questions Matter
Good suppliers welcome these questions.
Unreliable suppliers often avoid them.
At Zeneasybuy, we ask these questions for you, verify answers, and translate them into clear sourcing decisions.
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