A practical checklist for importers evaluating factories found online, at trade fairs, or through referrals.
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Request a business license, export registration, and factory address — then verify them independently. Trading companies often present themselves as manufacturers. Ask for workshop photos with dated labels, production line videos, and references from buyers in your region.
A factory perfect for 500-unit trial orders may not have capacity for 50,000-unit programs. Discuss MOQ honestly, ask about current production load, and visit or audit before large deposits. KM Enterprises conducts on-the-ground verification so you see capability before you commit.
Structure payment terms with a sample approval gate and a pre-shipment inspection gate. Never release the final balance without a documented inspection report confirming quantity, workmanship, and packaging against your approved sample.
Share your category, quantity, and destination — we will quote with the right verification and inspection plan.