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PPE Quality Inspection: What to Check Before Shipment

Pre-shipment inspection for masks, gowns and gloves — what to check, which documents to request and how to avoid rejected shipments.

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01

Inspect against the specification sheet, not the sales description

The most common source of rejected shipments is a mismatch between the quoted specification and the delivered product. Before shipment, inspect the product against the specification sheet — material, dimensions, colour, packaging and any stated performance values. Confirm the product matches the exact model on the certification file. A mismatch between the spec and the delivered product should be caught before shipment, not after.

  • Inspect against the specification sheet
  • Confirm the product matches the certified model
  • Catch mismatches before shipment, not after
02

Check the physical quality of the product

For masks, check the layers, the melt-blown core, the ear loops and the nose clip. For gowns, check the material, the seams, the cuffs and the critical zones. For gloves, check the thickness, the powder-free finish and the AQL. A visual and tactile inspection of samples from the batch catches most quality issues before they reach your customer.

  • Masks: layers, melt-blown core, ear loops, nose clip
  • Gowns: material, seams, cuffs, critical zones
  • Gloves: thickness, powder-free finish, AQL
03

Request the quality documents with the shipment

Ask for the quality documents that accompany the shipment: the certificate of analysis, the inspection report, the packing list and the certification file for each product. Confirm the documents match the shipment — the model, quantity and batch on the documents should match what is in the cartons. Keep copies for your own customs and market-entry process.

  • Certificate of analysis and inspection report
  • Packing list and certification file for each product
  • Confirm the documents match the shipment
04

Use a pre-shipment inspection service for large orders

For large or high-value orders, consider a third-party pre-shipment inspection service that checks the product against your specification before dispatch. This adds a layer of independent verification and protects you from receiving a non-compliant shipment. Confirm the inspection covers the exact model, quantity and packaging you ordered, and that the report is issued before the goods leave the factory.

  • Third-party inspection adds independent verification
  • Confirm the inspection covers the exact order
  • The report should be issued before dispatch
FAQ do comprador

Perguntas frequentes de compra

What should I check before shipment?+

Inspect the product against the specification sheet, check the physical quality of samples, and confirm the documents match the shipment. A pre-shipment inspection service adds independent verification.

What documents should I request?+

Request the certificate of analysis, the inspection report, the packing list and the certification file for each product. Confirm they match the shipment.

How do I avoid a rejected shipment?+

Inspect against the specification sheet, confirm the product matches the certified model, and catch mismatches before shipment. For large orders, use a third-party inspection service.

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