China supplier payment terms should be tied to evidence, not pressure. Before paying a deposit, buyers should confirm supplier identity, quotation assumptions, production readiness, and what milestone unlocks each payment.
Payment terms to clarify
- Deposit percentage and balance payment timing.
- Bank account name and supplier legal entity match.
- Inspection rights before final payment.
- Evidence required before shipment approval.
Buyer control point
The safest structure connects payment to supplier verification, sample approval, production progress, inspection result, and shipping readiness.
Use this with payment risk control and supplier verification.