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Global Sources Supplier Verification Processes

The following describes our supplier verification related systems, processes, icons and search filters.

Verified Suppliers: Verified Suppliers are suppliers and exhibitors whose business registration details have been verified by independent third parties.
Verified Manufacturer: Verified Manufacturers are suppliers whose business scope of operations is government-licensed to manufacture goods. Their credentials have been verified by third-party agencies.
Suppliers
O2O Manufacturer: Online-to-Offline(O2O) supplier maintains a comprehensive company profile and is exhibiting at upcoming Global Sources trade shows.
Business Registration Profile
Business Registration Profile presents business information obtained from relevant government agencies, checked and provided by independent third parties. Details include year established, authorized capital, legal representative and business scope.
Supplier Capability Assessment
Supplier Capability Assessment is an independent, third-party report based on an onsite visit, and includes in-depth information about suppliers’ operations, production capabilities, QC processes, management and more. It is an optional paid service for all Verified Suppliers.
Counterfeit Products and IP
Counterfeit Products and IP We reject or pull-down suppliers proven to be fraudulent, but we are unable to intervene or make judgments in commercial disputes between buyers and suppliers. We also work closely with intellectual property rights holders to remove any counterfeit or infringing products.

Supplier Verification Summary

Verification
Check of Business Registration*
Name
Verified Suppliers
Supplier Coverage
All Verified Suppliers
Verification
Check business scope on Business Registration*
Name
Verified Manufacturer
Supplier Coverage
All Verified Manufacturers
Verification
Face-to-face verification*
Name
O2O Manufacturer
Supplier Coverage
Verified suppliers who are also exhibitors at Globalsources trade shows
  • Conducted by independent third-party companies.
  • Conducted by Global sources team members.