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Three levels of verification
Published prices, published scope. The difference between levels is real work — more man-days, larger samples, deeper checks — not the same report with less written on it.
Order Check
$149
1 man-day
Confirms the goods are the batch you ordered.
First orders, smaller shipments, tight timelines
- Model and SKU against your PI
- Carton count and opened-carton unit count
- Colour mix ratio check
- Carton marks and order numbers
- Packing method against your packing list
- + 1 more in the table below
Order + Quality Check
$199
1.5–2 man-days
Adds appearance, materials, dimensions and physical checks.
Regular orders — most buyers start here
- Everything in Order Check
- Appearance compared against your approved sample
- Fabric composition, foam density, wood species
- Dimensions measured against your tolerance
- Wobble, load, carton drop tests
- + 2 more in the table below
Full Verification
$299
2–3 man-days
Item-by-item verification with report checking and loading supervision.
High-value, contract orders, first large order with a new supplier
- Everything in Order + Quality Check
- Leather / synthetic leather cross-section check
- Wood species end-grain comparison with report verification
- Board grade and hardware grade verification
- Coating adhesion by cross-hatch
- + 3 more in the table below
Full comparison
Every row is a real difference in what gets checked on site.
| What we do | Level 1 $149 · Order Check |
Level 2 $199 · Order + Quality |
Level 3 $299 · Full Verification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price per man-day | $149 | $199 | $299 |
| Inspector man-days | 1 | 1.5–2 | 2–3 |
| Sampling | AQL level II | AQL level II, increased | Near full inspection |
| Model and SKU vs PI | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Carton and unit count | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ carton by carton |
| Colour mix ratio | Sampled | ✓ | ✓ full count |
| Carton marks and order number | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Transit damage | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Approved sample comparison | — | ✓ | ✓ multi-angle |
| Fabric composition (label) | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Foam density | — | ✓ 3 points | ✓ 6 points + tolerance |
| Wood species (visual) | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Dimensions measured | — | ✓ | ✓ extended |
| Wobble and stability | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Load test | — | ✓ household | ✓ to contract standard |
| Carton drop test | — | ✓ 2 cartons | ✓ 4 cartons |
| Hardware function | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Assembly by non-skilled operator | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Leather cross-section check | — | — | ✓ |
| Coating adhesion (cross-hatch) | — | — | ✓ |
| Third-party report verification | — | — | ✓ item by item |
| Container loading supervision | — | — | ✓ included |
| Free re-check if goods fail | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Report | Order conformity | Full verification | Full + report verification table |
Why Level 1 costs less: it is a smaller scope, not a smaller job done badly. You get order conformity confirmed — model, quantity, mix, carton marks, visible transit damage. You do not get material, dimension or physical verification. The report says so explicitly.
Why Level 3 costs more: the inspector spends 2–3 days instead of one, samples closer to full coverage, examines materials point by point, and checks every third-party report you were given. That work is the cost.
For context: industry rates for regional inspection specialists run from $180 to $350 per man-day. Larger international firms quote $300–$550. Our Level 1 sits below the specialist range as a low-risk entry point; Level 2 matches the market mainstream; Level 3 remains below the international firms and includes container loading supervision.
What every level includes
| Included at every level | Note |
|---|---|
| Travel anywhere within Guangdong | — |
| Quantity and SKU verification against your PI | — |
| AQL sampling table with Ac / Re numbers | — |
| Photographic evidence throughout | — |
| English report within 24 hours | — |
| No weekend, holiday or overtime surcharge | — |
What no level includes
| Not included | Why |
|---|---|
| Any product testing or accredited report | We are not CMA/CNAS accredited. At Level 3 we verify the factory's reports, we do not issue them. |
| Travel outside Guangdong | Quoted separately and disclosed before you commit. |
| Sourcing, supplier selection or negotiation | Not our business, and it would compromise the independence you are paying for. |
| Additional man-days | Quoted before we start, never added to your invoice afterwards. |
Optional add-ons
| Service | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Container loading supervision | Included at Level 3 | Or quoted separately at Level 1–2 if you want it on a smaller verification. |
| During-production check | Quoted at the applicable level | Often prevents expensive rework — problems found at 50% production cost a fraction of what they cost after packing. |
| Pre-production check | Quoted at the applicable level | Before materials are committed. Cheapest possible moment to catch a wrong specification. |
| Factory audit | On request | Capability, certifications, QC process, capacity verification. Usually before the first order, not after. |
| Repeat order re-check within 14 days | Free | If our report said the goods matched the order and they arrived defective, we re-check and refund the Level 2 or Level 3 fee. |
How different is this from an accredited laboratory?
| QC Foshan | CMA / CNAS laboratory | |
|---|---|---|
| Answers | Are these the goods my order describes? | Does this product meet national standards? |
| Judged against | Your PI, your agreed spec, your sample | National standards and regulations |
| Report status | Commercial verification statement, no legal force | Accredited report with legal standing |
| Typical cost | $149–$299 per man-day | ¥2,000–6,200 per item |
They are not substitutes. If you need to know whether the goods match your order, we are the right service. If you need evidence for a customs hold, a marketplace listing, or a dispute, you need an accredited laboratory. We will tell you which one you need — including when that is not us.
What one man-day means
One inspector, one full working day at your factory. Travel is included but not counted as verification time. If your factory is three hours away, we travel there and still give you a full working day on site — we will tell you in advance if an order needs more than the quoted man-days.
Level 2 typically takes 1.5–2 man-days and Level 3 takes 2–3, because the checks themselves take longer. We quote the man-days before we start, not after.
If your order is small
There is no minimum order value, but economically a one-man-day verification makes sense when the shipment risk justifies it. If your order is small, we will tell you honestly whether verification is worth it or whether a simpler check is enough. Sometimes we talk buyers out of booking us.
How to pay
Payment is due before the verification date. Bank transfer or card. We invoice you directly — the factory has no involvement in the payment and receives no part of it.
⚠️ Pricing marked as provisional. The numbers on this page are placeholders while the commercial terms are being finalised. They will be confirmed before the site goes live.
Contact us for a quotation in the meantime: wade2024@126.com · WhatsApp +86 188 7070 7780
Questions
1. What is the actual difference between levels?
Sampling coverage, man-days, and depth of checking. Level 1 confirms order conformity in one day. Level 2 adds appearance, materials, dimensions and physical tests across 1.5–2 days. Level 3 samples near full coverage, examines materials point by point, verifies every third-party report, tests to your contractual load standard, and supervises loading across 2–3 days.
2. Why is Level 1 below the industry rate?
Because the scope is genuinely smaller. You are paying for order conformity confirmation, not a reduced version of a full check. The report states plainly what was not covered.
3. Does Level 3 include laboratory testing?
No. It includes verification of the factory's test reports — we check that each report exists, that the standard and values cover what you need, and that the tested model matches what you are buying. We do not perform the tests. If you need new testing, we can introduce you to an accredited laboratory; the fee goes directly to them.
4. Can I mix levels within one order?
Yes. If you have several SKUs and want Level 3 on the high-value ones and Level 1 on the rest, we can price them separately. Each SKU is treated as an independent lot for AQL sampling in any case.
5. What if the goods do not match the order?
The report states each discrepancy with photographs and numbers, and recommends whether to release, condition the release, or hold. The commercial decision and the conversation with the factory are yours. What happens when verification fails →
6. Do you charge for the report?
No. The verification report, the photographs and the AQL table are in the man-day. If a provider charges extra for the report, treat that as a warning sign.
7. Is your report a certificate?
No. It is an order verification statement recording what we checked against your documents. It has no legal standing and cannot be used for customs clearance, marketplace approval or litigation.
8. Do you offer discounts for repeat orders?
Volume terms are available for ongoing programmes. Ask us.
9. What if I need more man-days than quoted?
We say so in the quotation. Very large containers with several SKUs, or contractual load testing, may need more. You approve the total before we start, and it never appears as a surprise on your invoice.
10. Can you help with accredited laboratory testing?
We can connect you with an accredited laboratory. The cost goes directly to the laboratory — we do not handle or take any part of it. At Level 3 we verify their report against your requirement.
From $149 per man-day · All-inclusive travel in Guangdong · Report within 24 hours