When should I book a pre-shipment inspection in China?

Book it when production is finished and most goods are packed, before final payment or pickup by the freight forwarder. This gives you a chance to approve shipment, request rework or arrange re-inspection.

Can QIS check Amazon FBA requirements during PSI?

Yes. QIS can check FNSKU labels, carton labels, barcode readability, polybag warnings, packaging condition, carton marks and quantity details when these requirements are included in the booking.

What does the QIS inspection report include?

The report includes checked quantity, photos, defect findings, measurements or function checks when required, packaging and label observations, AQL result and a clear shipment decision summary.

Pre-Shipment Inspection China

Pre-shipment inspection before final payment and shipment release.

QIS inspects finished goods in China before they leave the factory, helping Amazon FBA sellers and ecommerce importers decide whether to approve shipment, request rework or arrange re-inspection.

What is a PSI?

Final decision support before goods leave your supplier.

Pre-shipment inspection is a quality control check performed when production is completed and goods are mostly packed. It gives buyers practical evidence on product quality, quantity, packaging and shipment readiness before the supplier receives final balance payment or freight pickup is arranged.

For Amazon FBA sellers, PSI can also include FNSKU label checks, carton label review, barcode readability, polybag warning, carton marks and packaging condition.

Finished quantity and packingFinished quantity, packed quantity, carton count, assortment, shipping marks and packing list consistency.

Workmanship and defectsAppearance, function, size, color, assembly and defects classified as critical, major or minor under agreed AQL levels.

Product-specific checksFunction tests, measurements, accessories, manuals, labels and any buyer-provided checklist or approved sample comparison.

Amazon FBA readinessFNSKU labels, barcode readability, carton labels, polybag warnings, carton condition and SKU/carton consistency when required.

Why you need PSI

Reduce shipment risk before it becomes expensive.

Once goods leave the factory, rework, replacement, relabeling and repacking become slower and more expensive. PSI helps buyers make the decision while the supplier can still fix problems.

Payment controlUse inspection evidence before releasing the supplier’s final balance payment.

Shipment approvalDecide whether to approve shipment, hold goods, request rework or arrange re-inspection.

FBA risk reductionCatch label, packaging and carton issues before goods are sent to Amazon FBA warehouses.

Customer return preventionIdentify visible defects, missing accessories and function issues that may cause bad reviews or returns.

Inspection process

How QIS carries out pre-shipment inspection.

Step	What happens	Buyer decision value
1. Booking review	QIS reviews product details, supplier location, quantity, inspection date, checklist and FBA requirements.	Confirms whether the inspection scope is clear before the visit.
2. On-site sampling	Inspector selects samples based on agreed AQL level, lot size and available packed goods.	Provides a practical sampling basis instead of random visual checking.
3. Product and packaging check	Inspector checks workmanship, function, measurements, packaging, labels, carton marks and shipment readiness.	Shows whether product and shipment details match the order requirements.
4. Defect classification	Defects are recorded as critical, major or minor and compared with agreed acceptance limits.	Gives a clear pass/fail/hold basis for shipment approval.
5. Report delivery	QIS prepares a photo-based inspection report with findings, defect list and recommendation.	Supports supplier communication, rework request and payment decision.

Report content

What the QIS PSI report includes.

Inspection summaryOrder information, lot size, sample size, AQL level, inspection result and overall recommendation.

Defect evidencePhotos and notes showing defects, measurements, function results, packaging problems and label issues.

Shipment readinessQuantity, carton count, carton marks, FBA label readiness, packing condition and visible loading risk.

After inspection

What happens if the shipment fails PSI?

Supplier reworkAsk the supplier to repair, replace, relabel, repack or sort defective goods before shipment.

Re-inspectionAfter rework, QIS can revisit the factory to confirm whether defects were corrected.

Shipment holdHold pickup or final payment until the risk is acceptable and evidence is clear.

FAQ

Pre-shipment inspection questions.

When should I book a pre-shipment inspection?

Book when production is 100% finished and at least 80% of goods are packed, ideally before final balance payment and freight pickup.

Can QIS use AQL sampling?

Yes. QIS can inspect according to agreed AQL levels and classify defects as critical, major or minor.

Can QIS check Amazon FBA packaging during PSI?

Yes. If you provide FBA requirements, QIS can include FNSKU labels, carton labels, barcode readability, polybag warnings and carton condition in the PSI scope.

How fast is the report ready?

For standard inspections, QIS aims to provide a practical photo-based report within 24 hours after inspection completion.

Need PSI before final payment?

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