Before anything is shipped, always ........ and I mean always, ask for an SGS Inspection on anything. This is the best insurance policy anyone may have to protect yourself from receiving materials that are not up to specification as ordered.

SGS will not let a shipment leave, until it meets the contractual terms and description of materials sent.

This applies to everything that is shipped overseas. Everyone should have an inspection certified by Alfred Knight, SGS or any other reputable company.

This stops the seller from shipping goods that have NOT been ordered or do not meet agreed upon specification. Services include Quantity ascertainment Pre shipment inspection at supplier’s premises and ports during loading and un loading Systematic sampling, sample preparation and quality checks Supervision of container loading Inspection and verification of delivered consignments at buyer’s premises Pre-production inspection of raw materials On-line inspection of in process quality levels during production General QC checks prior to transit to ensure conformity with international and national standards For more information you may go to http://www.sgs.com

Replying to [GREG12750]word to the wise

Replying to [GREG12750]:

Dear Greg,

You are absolutely right! I've had good experiences from inspecting the goods before shipping it for last 20 years in trading activities. Somethimes people prefer not to inspect the goods because of its costs, but in my openion, the benifit you get is much more than you pay.

Replying to [GREG12750]:Very good advice. Being new to importing this info is very handy. How do i get in contact with SGS ?

Replying to [GREG12750]:
Very good point ,but how much does it cost to have this kind of inspection SGS?

Replying to [tibi]:You may contact SGS Services at http://www.sgs.com

Good Luck and I hopes this helps Shippers and Customrs alike.

Replying to [Jay1]:

Costs vary, Jay depending on what services you need. You may go the the website of SGS at www.sgs.com and you will find all information concerning what services they offer and any and all costs associated with their services.

Thanks for you kind response.
Greg

Replying to [GREG12750]:
Hello Greg

I sure do agree with you , HAPPY HOLIDAYS

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Replying to [tibi]: so silly to believe SGS.

Replying to [tibi]: ok,email me, betterfabric@yahoo.com.i can tell you more. i am in shanghai,china.

Replying to [BetterFabric]: Thanks for your reply. Appreciate your silliness. Good Luck to you