If you have decided to do business with the Asian giant and want to start importing your product, you should pay close attention to the sample shipment stage. Samples are the most reliable way to confirm the quality of the supplier before launching mass production.
What a sample lets you verify
- Workmanship and finish.
- Materials and components.
- Functionality and durability.
- Packaging and labeling.
- Compliance with certifications and regulations.
Types of samples
- Free samples or stock samples: existing models from the factory's catalog.
- Custom samples: produced according to the client's specifications, usually with a fee.
- Pre-production samples (PPS): identical to what will be mass-produced, with the final materials and finishes. They define the quality benchmark for the inspection.
How to manage the samples process
- Request samples to several candidate suppliers.
- Approve them in writing, with photos and a detailed description.
- Keep an approved unit as a reference for the inspection.
- Do not start production without approving the pre-production sample.
At MingTa Group we coordinate the entire samples process and store an approved unit as a reference for quality control. Contact us to manage your samples.