China supplier selection should be based on evidence, not only quotation speed or price. The JFScope supplier risk index organizes warning signals that global buyers can check before shortlisting, paying deposits, or moving into production.
Core risk areas
- Identity risk: unclear legal entity, inconsistent business names, or payment details that do not match the stated supplier.
- Quotation risk: unusually low pricing, vague material terms, missing packaging details, or sudden changes after sample approval.
- Factory risk: weak production evidence, missing inspection history, or unclear factory-versus-trader role.
- Compliance risk: unsupported certification claims, restricted product categories, or unclear export documentation.
- Execution risk: poor response quality, unstable lead times, and no credible milestone evidence.
How buyers should use the index
Each supplier should be scored against the same fields before negotiation. A risk score does not automatically disqualify a supplier, but it shows which evidence must be checked before commercial exposure increases.
Use this page with supplier research, factory verification, and sourcing execution workflows.