{"id":1817,"date":"2021-03-12T11:45:32","date_gmt":"2021-03-12T11:45:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sierramicron.com\/QC\/?p=1817"},"modified":"2024-11-04T08:24:10","modified_gmt":"2024-11-04T08:24:10","slug":"avoiding-quality-issues-during-storage-and-transportation-in-2021","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcadvisor.com\/es-mx\/blog\/avoiding-quality-issues-during-storage-and-transportation-in-2021\/","title":{"rendered":"Avoiding Quality Issues during Storage and Transportation in 2021"},"content":{"rendered":"

When sourcing products from China or other Asian countries, you shouldn\u2019t underestimate the chances of things going wrong during storage and transportation. See how a Container Loading Inspection can help you manage risks and avoid disasters, before the goods are shipped.<\/p>\n

The products can be in a good state before shipment but if they are not packed, stored and shipped in proper conditions, you might receive them in a different state.<\/p>\n

Inspecting the actual products\u2019 quality before shipment is a must<\/a>,\u00a0 it is also important to preempt any potential issues that may occur during storage and transportation,<\/p>\n

Here is a simple checklist that can guide you prevent those issues:<\/p>\n

1. Packing Quality Control:<\/h2>\n

Packing consists of Unit Packing and Master Cartons and it aims to preserve product integrity while preventing damages from transportation or from natural conditions (mold).<\/p>\n

As a buyer, it is your responsibility to identify the right packing for your products, from the early stages of product development discussions with your factory. Packing should not be something you decide after production starts or during final inspection. You might have the right product but it can get damaged because of poor packing, and you don\u2019t want to take that risk!<\/p>\n

UNIT PACKING<\/h3>\n

Best practice is to use a Polybag to protect the items from mold and dust, and a desiccant bag in each unit packing for highly sensitive products. You can also use bubble wrap for fragile items to avoid breakage.<\/p>\n

I remember one client ordering one container of scarf from India that was completely useless at arrival in Europe due to mold and very strong smell. This was due to poor unit packing.<\/p>\n

MASTER CARTONS<\/h3>\n

It is very important to choose the right dimensions for your cartons. You don\u2019t want your products to be too loose or too tight in the carton and for this reason, get damaged.<\/p>\n

Usually, master packing dimensions are decided by the factories and they normally do a good job. However to be safe, always ask them for their specifications to double check your products will be well-packed, especially if for products that are designed specifically for you. You can ask or require them about the size and about the carton thickness and type (Single, Double or Triple Wall) and mention\u00a0this very clearly in<\/u>\u00a0your\u00a0product specifications.<\/a><\/p>\n

You can check my previous article on how to write clear and complete specifications to your Chinese suppliers\u00a0here<\/a> for more details.<\/em><\/p>\n

For textile products or other products sensitive to mold, adding desiccant bags in the master carton can also be required to reduce the risk of damage by mold. And for fragile products, having inner boxes and additional bubble wrap might also be a good idea to be on the safe side.<\/p>\n

2. Storage and Handling Audit<\/h2>\n

As a buyer, you should discuss with your factory how your product will be stored and handled. It is also important to look at how they do it when you qualify a potential supplier. Here are 5 basic \u00a0recommendations:<\/p>\n