Specification checklist
Specify material, finish, usable dimensions and packaging. For food-contact items, ask which compliance evidence is available.
Inspection questions
Look for sharp edges, finish consistency, breakage and accurate dimensions. Discuss sample approval before production.
Transport considerations
Light but bulky goods can cost more to move than their weight suggests; fragile items need agreed protective packing.
Look beyond the product price.
Confirm unit price, packaging, sample and inspection charges, freight, duties and taxes, and local delivery. Quantity, packed dimensions, material and required documentation can change the total. There is no universal duty rate or delivery promise.
SOURCING NOTES
Home products
Organizers, storage accessories and household tools
Before asking for a quote
- What are the usable dimensions, not just the outside dimensions?
- Does the material need food-contact or other suitability evidence?
- Can items nest or flat-pack without damage?
Read the estimate in separate parts
- Product & packaging
- Confirm the exact model, variant quantities, unit basis and carton specification.
- Sourcing & inspection
- Ask which coordination tasks, sample costs and agreed checks are included or charged separately.
- Freight & handling
- Check packed weight and volume, chargeable basis, route and origin/destination handling.
- Duties, taxes & clearance
- Identify who confirms classification, required documents and item-specific applicable charges.
- Local delivery & exclusions
- Confirm the delivery scope, unloading arrangements, possible extras and quote validity.