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Seasoning Import Process: From Inquiry and Samples to Production and Export
A clear purchasing process reduces delays caused by incomplete requirements, repeated sample changes, packaging revisions and missing import documents.
The importer should confirm destination-market import and label requirements. Tianling Food can provide relevant product and production information for preparation and review.
Six-step purchasing process
- 1
Inquiry
Submit product, formula direction, net weight, packaging, quantity and destination market.
- 2
Feasibility and quotation
Evaluate formula, MOQ, packaging MOQ, estimated lead time and commercial terms.
- 3
Sample development
Prepare, test and adjust samples until the product direction is confirmed.
- 4
Packaging and label confirmation
Approve artwork, label information, carton quantity and coding position.
- 5
Order and production
Confirm specifications, payment arrangements and production schedule.
- 6
Inspection and shipment
Complete agreed checks, packing and export documentation before shipment.
Export document note
Documents may include a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin, product test report or other destination-market documents. The final list depends on product, country and agreed trade terms.
Common mistakes to avoid
- ✓ Starting production before the sample and specification are confirmed
- ✓ Printing packaging before the label is checked for the destination market
- ✓ Ignoring packaging production time and supplier MOQ
- ✓ Changing net weight, carton quantity or artwork after planning
- ✓ Comparing only unit price instead of total packaging, transport and import cost
FREQUENTLY ASKED
Questions buyers ask about this topic.
What is needed for an initial quotation?+
Product type, flavor direction, net weight, packaging, estimated quantity and destination country.
When should packaging be confirmed?+
After the product direction is clear and before packaging is ordered or mass production begins.
What export documents can be provided?+
The required list should be confirmed for each product, country and order before production.
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