What to Verify Before Paying
a Chinese Supplier

A factory audit tells you about physical machines and working conditions.
But it won't tell you about unpaid tax arrears, hidden lawsuits, or shell-company ownership structures.

Why China Supplier Due Diligence Relies on Official Records

For buyers conducting China supplier due diligence, a desk-based verification is often the missing layer that a company verification report can fill—before you commit capital.

02. What we cross-reference in a desk-based review

We structure our review around official registries and cross-reference them to uncover hidden ownership history, paid-in capital, and legal disputes.

03. The limitation of a physical visit

An audit can verify headcount, machinery, or inventory. But it cannot verify ownership history, court judgments, or paid-in capital. Only official Chinese registries can.

The Desk-Based Verification Process (Company Verification Report)

We compile the data into a clear, actionable report. This highlights the real risks before you wire your hard-earned money.