Inspections, Audits and Lab Testing in China
Quality Control Services in China
Today, China is Asia's manufacturing powerhouse and a prime sourcing destination for brands and retailers worldwide. While "Made in China" is no longer always synonymous with poor quality, effective quality control mechanisms must remain a priority for any business looking to secure their supply chain. With offices and labs across China and Hong Kong, QIMA performs product inspections, lab testing and supplier audits in all regions of China, helping you ensure product quality, avoid supply chain disruptions and protect your brand reputation.
Importance of Quality Control in China
Quality control is vital for ensuring your products meet customer expectations and in-house and regulatory standards. Product inspections, auditing, and lab testing help you monitor the quality of products produced in China to ensure adherence. If you are manufacturing in China, it’s important to have a trusted third-party evaluate your products and processes to ensure quality and compliance remains consistent. Leverage our manufacturing inspections and best-in-class audits to meet the quality control needs of each step in your manufacturing process. The QIMA online platform makes ordering and receiving reports simple and easy no matter the service you need.
Supplier audits in China
Our highly qualified auditors can conduct manufacturing, ethical, structural, environmental and C-TPAT audits of your Chinese suppliers' factories, helping you choose capable and ethical suppliers. QIMA conducts audits in accordance with a number of international standards, our own Best-in-Class protocol, or your in-house requirements.
QIMA supplier audits in China help you:
- Protect your brand against operational, environmental, and ethical risks
- Ensure safe and ethical working conditions in your supply chain
- Develop a comprehensive profile of your Chinese supplier before you give them your business
Lab Testing in China
QIMA operates testing labs in Hong Kong and China that are fully accredited to perform a wide range of product tests. Our lab testing services in China include over 6,000 tests for a number of product categories, including softlines, hardlines, toys and electronics. Ensure you can import goods into your destination market by undergoing the right test at the right time.
Our lab testing capabilities in China are accredited by and in accordance with the following regulatory bodies and international standards:
Product Inspections in China
Inspect your product before it leaves your Chinese supplier's factory, and prevent quality problems down the line. We guarantee on-site inspections in China within 48 hours of booking, and same-day delivery of your reports.
Experienced QIMA product inspectors help you safeguard the quality of your product at every stage of manufacturing:
Why QIMA?
Transparent Pricing
- All-inclusive pricing for product inspections in China
- All-inclusive pricing for supplier audits in China
- Instant online quotes for lab testing in China
Fast Turnaround
- Inspectors and auditors can be on-site within 48 hours
- Same-day inspection reports
Easy and Flexible scheduling
- Manage orders and inspections online or via mobile app
- Modify or cancel orders up until 4:00PM CST the day before the scheduled inspection
Your Eyes in the Supply Chain!™ - We are an independent, certified and licensed quality control company, working on your side to protect your business interests in the supply chain.
Online QC Management System - Create your free account, schedule your inspections online, make payments, and receive your detailed inspection report electronically.
Comprehensive Reports – Inspection reports include detailed pictures to let you see what our inspectors see. Audit reports include copies of factory records, management interviews, and images, ensuring a complete profile of your supplier.
More Resources
- Quality of Chinese Products: Four Common Issues Created from Skipping a PSI - Learn about the four most common issues that can stem from skipping a pre-shipment inspection.
- Quality Control in Vietnam - Do you manufacture or have suppliers in Vietnam? Read more to learn about QIMA’s expertise in Vietnam.
- Laboratory Testing Services - Learn more about QIMA’s world-class lab testing services.
