QC Checklist for Different Products

QC Checklist for Different Products

India-Focused Quality Control Guide for Importers

When shipping goods to India, quality control is not just about product quality—it directly impacts customs clearance, BIS compliance, duty calculation, and DDP delivery success.

Many shipments to India are delayed or rejected not because of pricing, but because QC and compliance checks were incomplete before shipment. Below is an India-focused QC checklist designed to reduce risk and ensure smooth delivery.

Why QC Is Critical for the Indian Market

India has stricter checks on:

• Product compliance (especially BIS certification)

• Labeling accuracy

• Declared value vs actual quality

• Safety and functional testing

A proper QC checklist helps you:

• Avoid customs holds

• Prevent BIS-related penalties

• Reduce disputes under DDP terms

• Protect long-term buyer–supplier relationships

1. QC Checklist for Electronics (India Market)

High-Risk Area: BIS certification & functional testing

Inspection Checklist:

• ✔ Product model matches BIS certificate (if applicable)

• ✔ BIS marking correctly printed (not sticker-only)

• ✔ Voltage and plug type suitable for India (230V / Type C, D, M)

• ✔ Functional testing completed

• ✔ No lithium battery declaration issues

• ✔ Serial number and IMEI (if required)

• ✔ English labeling and user manual

• ✔ Strong packaging to handle long inland transport in India

📌 India Tip: No BIS = no clearance, even if the product quality is good.

2. QC Checklist for Machinery & Industrial Equipment (India)

High-Risk Area: safety, documentation, mis-declaration

Inspection Checklist:

• ✔ Machine specs match invoice and packing list

• ✔ Trial run / performance test recorded

• ✔ No oil leakage (important for air shipment)

• ✔ Electrical safety checks completed

• ✔ HS code matches machine function

• ✔ Nameplate includes model, power, origin

• ✔ Wooden packing ISPM-15 compliant

• ✔ Manuals provided in English

📌 India Tip: Customs often re-check used vs new machinery—QC photos and videos help prove condition.

3. QC Checklist for Textiles & Apparel (India)

High-Risk Area: labeling & quantity disputes

Inspection Checklist:

• ✔ Fabric composition verified

• ✔ Size measurement tolerance checked

• ✔ Color consistency approved

• ✔ Care label in English

• ✔ Country of origin labeled correctly

• ✔ No counterfeit branding risk

• ✔ Carton quantity matches invoice

• ✔ Moisture protection added (monsoon risk)

📌 India Tip: Incorrect labeling is a common reason for valuation disputes at Indian customs.

4. QC Checklist for Plastic Products (India)

High-Risk Area: material compliance & odor

Inspection Checklist:

• ✔ Material type declared accurately (PP / ABS / PVC)

• ✔ No strong chemical smell

• ✔ Thickness and weight consistent

• ✔ No deformation after heat exposure

• ✔ Food-contact compliance (if applicable)

• ✔ BIS requirement checked in advance

• ✔ Proper inner packaging to avoid damage

📌 India Tip: Plastic household products are frequently checked under BIS schemes.

5. QC Checklist for Furniture (India)

High-Risk Area: packing & inland damage

Inspection Checklist:

• ✔ Material type declared correctly (wood / metal / MDF)

• ✔ Stability and load test passed

• ✔ Surface finishing quality checked

• ✔ Hardware quantity verified

• ✔ ISPM-15 compliant wooden packing

• ✔ Corner protection reinforced

• ✔ Assembly instructions in English

📌 India Tip: Poor packing leads to damage during long-distance inland transport, especially to non-metro areas.

6. QC Checklist for Auto Parts & Mechanical Components (India)

High-Risk Area: specification mismatch

Inspection Checklist:

• ✔ Part number and model confirmed

• ✔ Dimensional tolerance verified

• ✔ Material hardness or strength tested (if required)

• ✔ No oil contamination for air cargo

• ✔ Anti-rust treatment applied

• ✔ Individual labeling for each part

• ✔ Secure packaging to avoid mixing

📌 India Tip: Indian buyers often reject goods due to minor spec deviations, not visible defects.

Common QC Mistakes in India-Bound Shipments

• ❌ Ignoring BIS applicability

• ❌ Declaring generic HS codes

• ❌ Weak packaging for inland delivery

• ❌ No QC evidence (photos/videos)

• ❌ Assuming factory QC is enough

Final Thoughts

For the Indian market, QC is part of the clearance strategy, not just quality management.

A product-specific, India-focused QC checklist helps:

• Speed up customs clearance

• Reduce duty disputes

• Improve DDP delivery reliability

• Build long-term trust with Indian buyers

If you ship to India regularly, investing in pre-shipment inspection + compliance checks is far cheaper than handling customs delays later. Contact Information

• Whatsapp: +86-18098151030Nancy/+91-9952044576Mallesh Gujjala/+86-181 2571 3582Rose/+86-13416222617Jack/+86-15918480524CC/+86-18125730121Kimi

• Email: nancy@gmrglobal.co

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• Web:https://www.chinatoindiaddp.com/

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