The Pre Shipment Inspection (PSI) is one of several types of quality control inspections carried out by ZGG INSPECT. These quality inspections serve as an efficient means to guarantee that the quality of your product meets your standards prior to shipment.
What Is a Pre - Shipment Inspection (PSI)?
A Pre - Shipment Inspection (PSI) is a quality inspection carried out on your products before they are shipped. When at least 80% of the order has been packed, the quality inspectors of ZGG INSPECT will randomly pick samples from the finished products.. This is to ensure that the products fully conform to your specifications. The statistical sampling method employed in the pre - shipment inspection is MIL - STD - 105E (ISO2859 - 1), and the quantity of items inspected will depend on the agreed Acceptable Quality Limits (AQL) method.
What Is the Purpose of PSI Inspections?
The main objective of a PSI inspection is to ensure that the manufactured products meet your specifications and the terms of the purchase order or letter of credit before they are dispatched for import/export.
What Are the Benefits of Pre Shipment Inspection?
Inspections before shipment offer a cost - efficient way to conduct spot - checks on a product lot for any defects or deviations before they are shipped.
The principal benefits of pre - shipment inspection are as follows:
Detect potential defects before the goods are dispatched to you.
Confirm that the quantity of products is accurate.
Minimize the risk of delivery delay and substandard products.
Provide an economical and rapid inspection method.
Ensure that the products meet your specifications and the safety requirements of the destination.
What Is the Standard Pre Shipment Inspection Procedure?
The inspector will choose a sample size based on the statistical sampling procedure ISO 2859 - 1. The sample size and inspection procedures will vary according to the product characteristics and your company's requirements. The procedure is always impartial, transparent, and free from any conflict of interest among ZGG INSPECT, the manufacturer, and the client.
A general outline of pre - shipment inspection procedures:
Sign the compliance documents before the PSI inspection services are initiated.
The inspector will visit the manufacturer on - site at the warehouse or production facility.
The inspector selects a sample using a statistical sampling procedure (ISO 2859 - 1), and the number of items (AQL) will be specified in the contract.
Carry out a quantity verification to ensure the correct number of boxes and items.
Check the integrity of the boxes, labels, tags, instructions, and other relevant documents.
Conduct a visual examination to check for any damages and flaws in workmanship.
Perform volumetric verification by comparing the physical attributes (i.e., length, color, weight, height, marking) with the client's specifications.
Inspect the item's functionality to ensure there are no functional defects.
The inspector conducts a carton ｄｒｏｐ inspect and seals the package to verify the packaging quality.
All the information is compiled into an inspection report, including the passed and failed inspects, and sent to the client.
When Do I Need a Pre - Shipment Inspection?
As businesses become more globalized, international companies face a higher risk of quality issues from manufacturers, often located thousands of miles away.
Fraudulent trade activities, differences in national standards and requirements, and the cost of compliance are some of the challenges that should be taken into account when purchasing goods. PSI inspections provide an affordable way to reduce the risks associated with poor quality, non - compliance, and delays.