Do you have a written and signed contract with your suppliers in China?

[sean]

Hi Everyone,

Do you have a written and signed contract with your suppliers in China, or do you do it more of a handshake deal sort of thing? Our test order just came in, which we had no contract, but I'm wondering if we should have one for our next and much larger order. If you do have contracts, how are they enforceable? Does anyone know where I can find a template for said contract? Any feedback or suggestions welcome. Thanks in advance!

[sleepsysamz]

If you want any kind of contract to be legally binding with your supplier it must be in Mandarin and notarized in China. Get a Chinese lawyer to do the paperwork and filings for you.
Anything you sign or agree upon here is not enforceable in China.

[arthur]

A contract can be good for just making sure you both know what to expect in the end. I don't expect them to be binding but it does list quantity, packing and packaging requirements, printing requirements, etc. And sign the final copy for the full effect. Search the jungle scout blogs for a purchase contract template.