Buyer guides / US sourcing
This checklist helps US importers organize supplier discussions. It is not legal, customs or compliance advice; consult qualified customs, testing and logistics professionals for requirements that apply to a specific product and shipment.
For US-market buyers: This is a general sourcing guide, not legal, customs, tax or compliance advice. Confirm project-specific requirements during quotation.
Record SKU or reference image, material, dimensions, colors, lining, handles, closure, hardware, logo treatment and approved sample version. This is the baseline for a production quote.
Confirm quantity by style, MOQ, unit price basis, included components, payment arrangement, sampling charges and production timing in the quotation or proforma documentation.
Agree on critical quality points, acceptable color variation, measurement tolerance, inspection method, labels, protective packing, carton marks and required documentation.
Discuss the agreed Incoterm. LingYun Bags publishes experience with FOB, CIF and DDP planning. Confirm US import requirements, product labeling, tariff classification, duties, insurance, customs and final delivery with appropriate providers before shipment.
No. Requirements can change by product and shipment. Confirm them with a qualified customs broker, freight forwarder or other appropriate professional.
A complete written product brief and sample, including material, dimensions, colors, construction, branding and packaging.
Discuss the inspection scope, timing, acceptance criteria and reporting requirements during the quotation process.
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