Step6. Opt for a Reputable Customs Broker / Agent and Forwarder Every country has local trade organization / association having a list of trustworthy forwarders. So it’ s better to import through such agents as they can be easily contacted in case of any need or if there is any doubt regarding quality or quantity of products, payment, documentation / certification formalities, etc. of imported goods.
Step7. Place a Trial Order / Order a Sample This trial order can ensure everything about the importer’ s capability for the bulk importation of the solar panels. In the trial purchase order, it is needed to write specifications for all goods you are importing i. e. solar panel specifications, packaging requirements, as well as trade information.
Step8. Hire a Product Inspector The importer needs to hire a quality assurance agents to check and to get ensure about the solar powered panels specifications during the fabrication stage. The importer can also ask his / her individual QA personnel if it is possible to examine the assembly area as well.
Step9. Transportation and Customs Clearance Process The transportation will be handled by your chosen forwarder and the customs broker will manage with customs certificate of the imported solar panel.
Step10. Keep the Records As soon as an importer receives the solar panels, make sure to keep the records pertaining to the transactions.
Step11. Check the Authenticity of Your Products If the importer purchases the solar powered panels through any reseller in China, the importer needs to verify the authenticity of their items as well as of their manufacturing units.
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