For greater security, we suggest that you adopt the following measures when contacting potential business partners through the Internet:

• Ask for phone and fax numbers, call the numbers provided to confirm that they are available at the certain numbers. 
  
  
• Check with the business registrar in the country of the supplier to ensure that the business is legitimate and licensed.
  
  
• Pay for a sample before purchasing in bulk to be sure that the product meets your expectations.
  
  
• Ask for an inspection service to ensure the products meet the required general standard and coincide with the provided samples.
  
  
• Do not pay for products in cash but through L/C or D/P instead. 
  
  
• If the trader keeps on talking about payment or other sensitive issues rather than pursuing regular business processes, more attention should be paid to the transaction.
  
  
• Be prepared to take legal measures in the event of any trade dispute

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