Verify Suppliers

Verify a China Supplier

Everything you need to confirm a supplier is real, capable and safe to pay.

What supplier verification means

Verification means confirming four things before you pay: the supplier’s identity, that they are the real manufacturer, that the factory and capacity exist, and that credentials are genuine. Start with the guides below, or score a specific supplier with the free Risk Checker.

Verification guides

Guide

How to Verify a China Supplier

The four pillars and a step-by-step process to check any supplier before you pay.

Read the guide →
Checklist

Supplier Red Flags

The warning signs a supplier may be fraudulent or unfit, and what each one means.

Read the guide →
Guide

Common China Supplier Scams

The scams that catch importers most, and how to spot and avoid each one.

Read the guide →
Checklist

Factory Visit & Verification Checklist

What to check in person, by agent, or on a live video tour before you trust a factory.

Read the guide →
Score this supplier in 60 seconds
Run the free Supplier Risk Checker on the supplier you're evaluating.
Open the Risk Checker →

FAQ

What is the first step to verify a China supplier?
Check the business license and confirm the bank account name matches it. That confirms who you are actually paying before anything else.
Can I verify a supplier for free?
Yes. Checking the business license, running a live video factory tour, and scoring the supplier with our free Risk Checker cost nothing; only samples, inspections and audits carry a cost.

Related guides