Inspection coordination
Inspect before China to Ethiopia shipping decisions.
We turn inspection into an operational gate: what must be checked, which supplier is covered, what failed, and whether the file is ready to move.
- China supplier inspection
- Checklist-based evidence
- Before shipping approval
ChinaSuppliers
ControlInspect + verify
EthiopiaImporter
ReadinessBookingLoadingDocuments
Scope
What the inspection service covers
The goal is not a vague supplier update. The goal is usable evidence before the importer approves the next shipping step.
Included
- Inspection checklist setup from the customer requirements
- Supplier appointment and readiness confirmation before inspection
- Photo, video, quantity, packaging, and condition evidence when applicable
- Issue summary with pass, fail, and follow-up items
- Inspection report connected to the shipment file
Not included unless agreed
- Supplier changes after inspection without a re-inspection
- Items not named in the customer checklist
- Suppliers not inspected by TradeLinkOps
- Supplier price negotiation as the main service
Process
Inspection as a gate before shipping
Inspection should create a decision point, not just another file attachment.
- 01
Define the checklist
The importer confirms exactly what should be checked before the supplier visit.
- 02
Confirm supplier readiness
We verify that the supplier is ready enough for inspection before sending the inspector.
- 03
Inspect and record evidence
The inspection records the agreed scope with photos, video, quantities, packaging, and issue notes when applicable.
- 04
Review exceptions
Any failed or unclear item is treated as a blocker before shipping approval.
Pricing
Sample pricing
Pricing is shown clearly so importers can understand the coordination layer before freight and third-party charges are quoted.
Inspection
For China-side supplier inspection before Ethiopia-bound shipment coordination.
1 supplierChecklist setup, supplier appointment, inspection coordination, evidence, and report.
$299Up to 5 suppliersMulti-supplier inspection coordination for one importer shipment file.
$4995+ suppliersExpanded supplier coverage with consolidated issue tracking and readiness summary.
$799Shipping coordination
For coordination, booking control, loading oversight, and document follow-up.
20ft containerCoordination fee for FCL shipment control from China to Ethiopia.
$1,50040ft containerCoordination fee for larger FCL shipment control from China to Ethiopia.
$2,000LCL shipmentsMinimum shipment is 1 CBM. Coordination depends on goods, suppliers, and timing.
Quoted by scopeMinimum shipment: 1 CBM. Freight, duties, taxes, storage, insurance, supplier payments, and third-party fees are separate unless explicitly included in writing.
Trust
Responsibility boundaries
Clear scope protects the importer and keeps the operation honest.
- We are not responsible for supplier changes made after inspection unless the goods are re-inspected.
- We are not responsible for items the customer did not specify in the inspection checklist.
- We are not responsible for suppliers not inspected by TradeLinkOps.
- We do not position ourselves as a general sourcing marketplace or supplier-price negotiation service.
- Freight charges, duties, taxes, storage, insurance, supplier payments, and third-party fees are separate unless explicitly included in a written scope.
FAQ
Importer questions
Short answers for common China-to-Ethiopia coordination questions.
Do you inspect goods before shipping?
Yes, when inspection is selected. We coordinate inspection in China against the customer checklist before the shipment moves to the shipping approval step.
What is included in the shipping coordination fee?
The coordination fee covers operational control: readiness follow-up, shipping-agent coordination, quote and booking follow-up, loading oversight when included, and document control. Freight, duties, taxes, storage, insurance, and third-party fees are separate unless explicitly included.
Do you handle both LCL and FCL?
Yes. We coordinate LCL shipments from 1 CBM and FCL shipments such as 20ft and 40ft containers from China to Ethiopia.
Do you negotiate supplier prices?
No, supplier price negotiation is not the main offer. TradeLinkOps focuses on operational coordination, readiness verification, inspection, shipping coordination, loading oversight, and document control.
What happens if the goods change after inspection?
Supplier changes made after inspection are outside the inspected scope unless the goods are re-inspected. This boundary is important because the inspection only covers what was checked at that time.
Start
Need inspection before approving the shipment?
Send the supplier details, goods, and inspection checklist. We will confirm the right scope before the file moves.