Use inspection evidence before releasing the supplier’s final balance payment.
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 packing
Finished quantity, packed quantity, carton count, assortment, shipping marks and packing list consistency.
Workmanship and defects
Appearance, function, size, color, assembly and defects classified as critical, major or minor under agreed AQL levels.
Product-specific checks
Function tests, measurements, accessories, manuals, labels and any buyer-provided checklist or approved sample comparison.
Amazon FBA readiness
FNSKU 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.
Decide whether to approve shipment, hold goods, request rework or arrange re-inspection.
Catch label, packaging and carton issues before goods are sent to Amazon FBA warehouses.
Identify 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.
Order information, lot size, sample size, AQL level, inspection result and overall recommendation.
Photos and notes showing defects, measurements, function results, packaging problems and label issues.
Quantity, carton count, carton marks, FBA label readiness, packing condition and visible loading risk.
After inspection
What happens if the shipment fails PSI?
Ask the supplier to repair, replace, relabel, repack or sort defective goods before shipment.
After rework, QIS can revisit the factory to confirm whether defects were corrected.
Hold 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.