In China, trading companies are legal, common, and often convenient. The issue arises when dealing with an intermediary believing they are the direct factory.
What can be verified before committing funds
- Business License: Confirms if registered for manufacturing or trading.
- Bank Account Match: Account name must match the official license name exactly.
- Export History: Verifiable aduanar records of volume and continuity.
- Litigation Records: Official check for past disputes or sanctions.
- On-Site Inspection: The only way to confirm physical capacity and active lines.
Practical Rule: Verification depth must match the advance payment amount at risk.
Contenido elaborado por la Oficina de Vinculación con China de Dock Sud Global, con el acompañamiento técnico de SINA Solutions y SINA Legal.