Production Pre Shipment Inspection

Honor Inspection International Ltd. is a trusted third-party inspection company in China, provides cheap production pre shipment inspection service and professional reports for global clients. The company has more than 15 offices in China, India, Thailand, Vietnam and Southeast Asia. Good service and low price are available.

Production Pre Shipment Inspection (PSI) - also known as Final Quality Control, Pre-Delivery Inspection, or Inspection Before Dispatch - is a professional quality assurance process conducted before goods leave the production facility. It serves as the final verification step to ensure that all products meet contractual requirements, technical specifications, and international quality standards.

By detecting issues before shipment, PSI helps suppliers and buyers minimize risks, reduce costly rework, and guarantee that only approved, conforming goods are delivered.

The inspection is typically carried out after 100% of production is completed and at least 80% of goods are packed and ready for shipment. This ensures that the inspection reflects the actual condition of the shipment, including packaging quality and labeling accuracy.

Depending on logistics arrangements, the PSI can take place at:
- The manufacturer's factory
- A warehouse or export facility
- A port or consolidation center

Production Pre Shipment Inspection is performed according to internationally recognized sampling standards, most notably the Acceptable Quality Limit (AQL) defined under ISO 2859-1 (formerly MIL-STD-105E).

The AQL method determines how many samples should be inspected and the acceptable level of defects within a batch, providing an objective and reliable framework for decision-making.

You can check the table I,if you have 3500 pcs goods,Usually we will randomly check 200 pcs as GII standard.

As the Table II,we use 1.5 and 2.5 standard,if the minor defectes quantity is more than 11 pcs,it will be failed,same as the major defects quantity is more than 8 pcs,it will be failed.

1.Communicate with client

Understand product specs, standards, and report expectations.

2.Coordinate with factory

Schedule the inspection and prepare on-site access.

3. On-site inspection

Check quantity, appearance, function, and packaging according to AQL.

4. Feedback issues on-site

Provide real-time updates and photos of major issues.

5. Report within 24 hours

Deliver professional inspection report with photos and results.

Each Pre Shipment Inspection includes a detailed evaluation of the following key aspects:

1. Quantity and Product Mix

● Confirm total quantities, assortment, and packing configuration.

● Cross-check against purchase orders and packing lists.

2. Workmanship and Visual Quality

● Inspect randomly selected samples based on AQL criteria.

● Identify and classify defects as critical, major, or minor.

● Review overall workmanship, assembly, and finishing quality.

3. Product Specification and Function

● Verify product dimensions, weight, color, labeling, and materials.

● Conduct on-site functional and performance tests such as:

● - Electrical and safety tests (for electronic products)

● - Load or stress tests (for mechanical or furniture items)

- Operational checks simulating real use conditions

4. Packaging and Labeling

● Inspect carton strength, sealing, and packaging materials.

● Verify label accuracy, barcodes, shipping marks, and country-of-origin details.

● Conduct carton drop tests (per ISTA or ASTM D5276) to ensure packaging durability.

5. Documentation and Compliance

● Review export documentation, packing lists, and conformity certificates.

● Verify compliance markings (CE, FCC, RoHS, etc.).

● Ensure product traceability and proper identification.

● Confirms product quality before shipment

● Reduces risk of defects, returns, and disputes

● Ensures compliance with buyer and regulatory requirements

● Improves supplier reliability and accountability

● Protects brand image and customer satisfaction

We can conduct Pre Shipment Inspection (PSI) services in most major cities across China. In addition, we also offer inspection services in several Southeast Asian countries, including India, Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, and others.

Our experienced inspection teams apply standardized, internationally recognized procedures to deliver reliable and unbiased results. Each inspection includes a detailed report with photos, measurements, defect classifications, and recommendations - giving you the confidence to approve, rework, or reject a shipment before it leaves the factory.

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