Most import losses trace back to a supplier that wasn't who they claimed to be. Verification is the cheapest insurance in trade. This checklist is what to confirm before you commit.
What to verify
- Legal registration and business licence
- Operating history and references
- Whether they are a manufacturer or a trader
- Consistency of contact details, banking and identity
- Product samples and quality evidence
Signals of risk
- Pressure to pay in full, up front, to a personal account
- Prices far below market with no explanation
- Reluctance to provide verifiable references or documents
Imponexpo is in pre-launch — no live orders, payments or escrow are available yet. This resource is a preview to help you prepare.