Pre-shipment Inspection (PSI)
Product inspection is the verification and assurance process of product quality and quantity throughout the entire product supply chain process (before, during or after the production process).
What is Pre-shipment Inspection (PSI)?
Pre-shipment Inspection (PSI) is a product inspection that is conducted when product production is at least 80% – 100% completed, packed, and ready to ship.
Why Pre-shipment Inspection (PSI)?
A PSI is an essential element of supply chain management. It ensures that products conform to specifications, and quality, assortment and safety requirements were met throughout the entire production process, before the products leave the factory.
How can GICG help?
GICG inspection services provide you with technical support to develop your inspection program that will help you to reduce risk, control product quality and quantity, and meet all relevant regulatory requirements across different regions and markets. At GICG, we deliver Trust and Ethics with Quality improvement to customers globally.
Inspection Sampling & Defect Classification Matrix
Governed by international statistical attribute sampling norms (ANSI/ASQ Z1.4 & ISO 2859-1):
AQL Defect Classification Standard
ANSI/ASQ Z1.4 (Level II Normal)- •Critical Defects (AQL 0.0): Zero tolerance for life-safety or hazard defects
- •Major Defects (AQL 2.5): Usability issues causing product rejection by buyers
- •Minor Defects (AQL 4.0): Slight cosmetic imperfections not impeding utility
On-Site Functional Verification
GICG Standard Quality Protocol- •Full-Function Operational Testing & Power-On Diagnostics
- •Dimension, Weight, Color Matching against Approved Golden Sample
- •Barcode / QR Code Legibility Verification and Carton Drop Simulation
Critical Inspection Parameters & On-Site Checks
Deliverables & Same-Day Reporting Dossier
Frequently Asked Technical Questions
Q:What happens if a lot fails the Pre-Shipment Inspection?
If the number of defects exceeds the AQL threshold, the inspection report is marked "Failed/Pending Client Decision". The buyer can instruct the factory to re-work 100% of the lot, replace defective units, or conduct a follow-up re-inspection at the supplier’s expense.
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