Quality is checked before it ships, not after it lands
Five control points between a supplier's warehouse and your port. Inspection costs are quoted separately and can be nominated by the buyer.
01
Supplier verification
- Registrations: GST, IEC, Udyam / MCA, FSSAI, BIS or drug licence as relevant
- Unit visit: capacity, hygiene, storage and process controls
- Past export documents and certifications checked against issuing bodies
02
Specification lock
- Written specification per contract: grade, size, moisture, purity, residues, packing
- Reference sample sealed and retained by both sides
03
Lot testing
- NABL-accredited Indian laboratory reports for food and chemicals
- Destination-specific tests where needed: pesticide residues and ethylene oxide for EU spices, aflatoxin for nuts, microbiology for ready-to-eat foods
04
Pre-shipment inspection
- Independent inspection (SGS, Bureau Veritas, Intertek or the buyer's nominee) on request
- Quantity, packing, marking and container condition checked before sealing
- Photos of stuffing and seal numbers shared with the buyer
05
Documents
- Certificates of origin, phytosanitary and health certificates, certificates of analysis
- Draft documents shared for approval before originals are issued