Quality & Quantity Assurance

SGS Inspection Available

To ensure full transparency and buyer confidence, we welcome and can arrange third-party inspection through SGS or another internationally recognized inspection body such as Cotecna, Bureau Veritas, or Intertek prior to shipment.

Inspection Process:

  • Pre-Shipment Inspection: Verification of grade conformity, moisture content, defect count, bean size/uniformity, and cup quality against the agreed specifications.
  • Quantity Verification: Verification of bag count, net/gross weight, and total container weight against the commercial invoice and packing list.
  • Sampling & Cupping: Random sampling from the lot for physical and sensory evaluation to confirm consistency with the approved pre-shipment sample.
  • Container Loading Supervision: Supervision of stuffing, container condition, loading, and sealing before departure.

How It Works:

  1. Inspection is included in the purchase contract or LC terms at the buyer's request.
  2. We coordinate the inspection with the buyer's nominated inspection agency.
  3. Inspection is completed before the container is sealed.
  4. The applicable inspection certificate/report is shared with the buyer alongside the shipping documents.

Inspection Cost: Buyer-pays, seller-pays, or shared arrangements can be agreed upon at the contract stage.

Independent verification of quality and quantity before shipment gives buyers greater transparency, reduces transaction risk, and supports smooth LC/documentary transactions.

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