
How Many Pieces Are Inspected During a Quality Inspection? A Simple Guide to AQL Sampling Plans
Learn how inspection quantity is decided using AQL sampling plans, lot size, inspection level, code letter, sample size, and accept/reject criteria.

Learn how inspection quantity is decided using AQL sampling plans, lot size, inspection level, code letter, sample size, and accept/reject criteria.

Practical advice for importers sourcing from China on how to reduce quality risks during the first mass production order with a new supplier.

Practical steps importers can take to reduce differences between approved samples and bulk production when sourcing products from China.

Learn why GD Inspection compares garments from different cartons and sizes under natural light to identify color shading before shipment.

When a shipment fails inspection, the next steps depend on clear reporting, factory response, rework, and whether the buyer can verify the goods again before shipment.

Learn why GD Inspection selects cartons randomly during pre-shipment inspection instead of only checking cartons prepared by the factory.

Factory test reports can be useful, but importers still need to confirm whether the report matches the actual shipment before relying on it.

A sleeping bag inspection case showing how a zipper could operate normally while the zipper seam attachment still failed before shipment.