🔍 China Manufacturing Risk Assessment
How to verify a Chinese supplier's registered legal entity, run due diligence before sending money, assess manufacturing risk, and spot the difference between a trading company and an actual factory.
China Supplier Due Diligence: What to Check Before Sending Money
A complete due diligence checklist for foreign buyers working with Chinese manufacturers: entity verification, financial health, litigation history, IP risk, quality system, and on-site audit — plus what each check costs and what happens when you skip it.
Why Your Supplier's Business Card Isn't Their Registered Name
Your Chinese supplier's business card says 'Quality Bags Co.' — but their registered legal name is 'Tianjin Junyi Premium Trading Co., Ltd.' The operating name and the registered name are frequently different entities. Here's why this dual-name structure exists, how to find the real name, and what it means for your NNN agreement.
Trading Company vs. Factory: Five Red Flags Your 'Manufacturer' Isn't Who They Say They Are
Many Chinese 'manufacturers' presented to foreign buyers are actually trading companies — middlemen with no factory, no production equipment, and no control over your moulds. This guide identifies five red flags that reveal a trading company posing as a factory, and explains why the distinction matters for your NNN agreement, your IP, and your ability to enforce.
How to Verify a Chinese Supplier's Registered Legal Entity
Before signing an NNN agreement or sending a deposit to a Chinese manufacturer, verify their registered legal entity. This guide shows exactly what to check: the National Enterprise Credit Information Publicity System (gsxt.gov.cn), the Unified Social Credit Code, trading company vs. factory identification, and the chop requirements.