Inspection Notification

Inspection Notification is a notice sent by the buyer or its designated inspection agency to the seller during the foreign trade process, regarding the arrangement of inspection after the goods have been produced or before shipment. Its core purpose is to ensure that the quality, quantity, packaging, etc. of the goods comply with the contract requirements and to avoid disputes after delivery. Usage scenarios typically include: the contract stipulates that the buyer has the right to inspect, the letter of credit requires an inspection certificate, or the buyer needs to conduct a pre-shipment inspection itself or entrust a third party (such as SGS, BV). Precautions: The notification should specify the inspection time, place, standards, and cost bearing; the seller must cooperate promptly, otherwise it may bear liability for delay; if the inspection fails, the buyer has the right to reject the goods or request a price reduction. Unlike an 'Inspection Report', the notification is a process initiation document, while the report is a document of inspection results; unlike a 'Shipping Advice', the latter is a document by which the seller informs the buyer after shipment. Foreign trade practitioners should pay attention to the timeliness and legal effect of the Inspection Notification to avoid losing both goods and payment due to negligence.