Trade Assurance
From pre-shipment inspection to dispute mediation, we help you receive quality goods and support you if something goes wrong after delivery.
Issues we'll help you resolve after delivery.
Products with defects not visible during initial inspection
Items that don't meet agreed specifications or samples
Issues arising within the product warranty period
Disagreements about product quality standards
Catch quality issues before they become problems.
Verify raw materials and production setup before manufacturing begins
Timing: Before production starts
Check quality at key production milestones to catch issues early
Timing: 20-80% of production
Final quality check before goods leave the factory
Timing: When 100% complete
Verify correct quantity and packaging during loading
Timing: At loading
Our network of inspectors across Africa can verify product quality before shipping, covering pre-shipment, during-production, and container loading checks.
Learn about inspectionsLook for these certifications when choosing suppliers.
Quality Management Systems
Food Safety Management
Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points
Good Manufacturing Practice
Business Social Compliance Initiative
Social Accountability
A five-step process to resolve quality issues.
Take photos/videos and gather all relevant documentation
Attempt to resolve directly with the supplier through messaging
If unresolved, file a formal dispute through your Orders page
Our team reviews evidence from both parties
Receive refund, replacement, or negotiated settlement
When direct resolution fails, our mediation team steps in.
Trained on B2B trade practice
Evidence-based decisions
Regular updates throughout the process
We hold suppliers to high standards with transparent performance metrics.
How quickly suppliers respond to inquiries
Percentage of orders completed successfully
Based on buyer reviews and dispute history
Track record of resolving issues fairly
Still need help
If this page did not answer your question, reach us with your order or request reference and we will pick it up from there.