Supplier Verification
Before you trust your supplier, let's make sure they're real.
Before sending a payment or placing an order, we help you confirm that your supplier in China is legitimate, active, and actually capable of delivering what they promise.
From official license checks to factory audits and employee records, we bring clarity to your sourcing decisions, so you can move forward with confidence.
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Why verifying your supplier is a smart move
Let’s be honest: not every supplier is what it claims to be. Some have polished websites, unbeatable prices, and promise lightning-fast delivery. But behind the scenes, you might be dealing with middlemen, ghost factories, or suppliers that simply don’t meet your standards.
That’s where we come in.
We verify Chinese manufacturers on your behalf — locally, thoroughly, and with zero guesswork. From business licenses to real factory photos, we make sure you’re dealing with legal and active companies that can actually deliver.
What we check
We look beyond claims to verify the facts.
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Business legitimacy
We confirm the supplier’s legal status with Chinese government databases and verify their business license (营业执照).
English vs. Chinese names
English names are just branding — not legal. We verify the supplier’s Chinese legal name, tied to their government registration.
Real address, real factory
Some companies list addresses that don’t exist. We check whether they really operate where they claim — via audits, photos, or video.
Employee records
If a supplier isn’t paying social insurance for any staff, they might be a reseller or ghost company. We verify employee enrollment records.
Production capacity
We assess whether the factory has what it takes to fulfill your order: machinery, staff, certifications, and samples.
Online reputation
We review public records, fair attendance, and customer reviews. If they’ve had issues, we’ll spot them early.
Certifications and compliance
We check for product or industry-specific certifications (ISO, CE, RoHS) and confirm compliance with regulations required for your country.
Financial stability
We verify their creditworthiness and look for financial red flags — like tax disputes, debts, or past lawsuits.
Risk history and legal disputes
We search for records of past legal issues, administrative penalties, or blacklistings that could signal future problems.
Here's how we work
We go beyond documents to confirm your supplier is real and operational.
1. Share your supplier info
Send us your supplier’s name, website or a document. We’ll kick off the verification process so you don’t risk ordering blindly.
2. Check legal compliance
We verify their license, USCC, tax registration, and export license to confirm they’re legally registered and operating in China.
3. Assess factory capacity
We check the factory’s size, employees, machines, and audit reports to confirm they can manufacture your order — not just say they can.
4. Receive a full report
We send you a full supplier verification report, written in plain English, with facts, risks, and our go/no-go recommendation.
Why we are different
With PGP Cargo, you get a real team on the ground in China — fluent in the language, immersed in the culture, and experts in how business really gets done. We’ve been navigating factories, freight, and customs long before it became a trend. This is what we do, and we do it well.
Bilingual communication that cuts through confusion
20+ years of manufacturing know-how
Tailored reports for your industry
FAQs – Supplier Verification
1. Why is supplier verification in China so important?
Because once you send money, you're relying on trust. Our supplier verification service helps you reduce risks by confirming the legitimacy and reliability of your Chinese supplier before you commit.
2. How long does a supplier verification take?
Our typical supplier verification process takes 3–5 working days, depending on the depth of the check and whether a factory visit is required.
3. Can I verify a supplier if I only have their English name?
English names are unofficial and often unreliable. For accurate supplier verification, we need the Chinese company name. We can help you retrieve it from corporate documents.
4. Is the supplier a genuine manufacturer or a reseller?
Yes. Verifying whether the Chinese supplier is a manufacturer or a trading company is one of our key services. We check staff size, machinery, licenses, and social insurance records to determine their true nature.
5. Can you conduct an on-site supplier verification?
Absolutely. We can arrange a factory visit with photos, videos, or even live streaming so you can verify the supplier in China without traveling.
6. Will I understand the supplier verification report?
Yes. Our reports are written in plain English, with clear explanations for every section—no legal jargon, no fine print.
7. What happens if a supplier fails the verification?
If a Chinese supplier fails verification, we’ll guide you through the risks involved and suggest safer alternatives or how to negotiate better terms.
8. Can you verify Alibaba suppliers?
Yes. Many of our clients use our service to verify Alibaba suppliers before placing orders, especially for high-value transactions.
9. What is included in your supplier verification service?
Our standard checks include business license validation, blacklist screening, legal representative match, ownership structure, factory details, and more.
10. Do you provide photos and video evidence?
Yes. If you request a factory inspection, we include photo and/or video evidence of the facilities, staff, equipment, and production lines.
11. Is verification worth it for small or dropship orders?
Definitely. Even if you're placing small orders or working with dropshippers, verifying your supplier helps prevent scams and fake product listings.
12. Can I verify multiple suppliers at once?
Yes. We offer multi-supplier verification packages if you're comparing options or want to shortlist the most trustworthy manufacturers in China.