How to Really Verify a Chinese Company

You've found it—a Chinese supplier with a slick, professional website, a wide range of products, and great-looking factory photos. It feels legitimate, so it must be, right? This assumption is one of the most dangerous mistakes an importer can make.

Let's be clear: A website does not prove the existence or legitimacy of a Chinese company. In today's world, creating a convincing website is cheap and easy. It's a marketing tool, not a legal document. At Befach.com, our first priority is always to separate the real, capable factories from the fakes. This guide will show you how to look past the website and find the real proof.

Why a Website is Unreliable

• Easy to Fake: Scammers can easily create a website using stolen photos and fake information.
• Outdated Information: Even for legitimate companies, websites are often not updated with their current legal status or address.
• No Legal Standing: A website has no legal weight. You cannot use it in a dispute to prove anything about the company's legal existence.

The Real Proof: The Business License and Official Databases

If a website isn't proof, what is? The answer lies in official government-issued documents and databases.

Step 1: Demand the Business License

Every legal company in China has a business license. Ask for a copy. The most important piece of information on it is the 18-digit Unified Social Credit Code. This is their unique legal identifier. If a company refuses to provide this, it's a massive red flag.

Step 2: Verify on the Government Portal

With the 18-digit code or the company's exact name in Chinese, you can verify their existence on China's official National Enterprise Credit Information Publicity System (NECIPS).

• Official Link: www.gsxt.gov.cn
• How to Check: The site is in Chinese, but you can use your browser's translate function. Enter the code. A legitimate company will have a detailed profile showing their registration status, legal address, registered capital, and business scope.

The Befach Method: Verification is Just the Beginning

Performing these checks is a good start, but it only tells you if the company legally exists—it doesn't tell you if they are a good manufacturer, if they have good quality control, or if they are reliable.

This is where a professional partner is essential. Our sourcing service goes far beyond a database check.

• We conduct on-site factory audits to see their operations with our own eyes.
• We verify their production capacity to ensure they can handle your order volume.
• We assess their quality control systems to protect your investment.

A truly verified supplier is the foundation for a smooth import process, from efficient logistics to hassle-free customs clearance in India.

Trust, But Always Verify

In the world of importing, a healthy dose of skepticism is your best friend. Never take a website at face value. Always demand legal proof and, for ultimate security, work with a partner who can verify everything for you.

Ready to connect with suppliers who are not just on a website, but are thoroughly vetted and verified? Contact Befach today and let us build your secure supply chain.