What a reinspection covers
- A new sample. Units are drawn again at random. Checking only the units that failed misses the rest of the lot, where the same fault may still sit.
- The failed points, in full. Every check that failed is repeated on the new sample, with the same or a stricter inspection level.
- Signs of the rework. Sanding, filler, re-stitching or fresh paint can create new defects, so the inspector looks for them too.
- Packing again. Reworked goods are often repacked, so cartons and marks are rechecked.
From our inspections
Real photos from our published sample reports, anonymised. Click a source to read the full report.
Example: cracks in wood and marble
Our Sample 04 report found 8 major defects in 661 pieces of furniture against a reject number of 6, so the lot was Not cleared. Poor crack filling on one TV unit style was rectified on site; two cracked marble tops were to be replaced; other cracks in wood stayed open. Because cracks were the main risk across several styles, a reinspection after replacement was advised before shipment. A reinspection here would draw a fresh sample of 80 and pay close attention to stone and solid-wood surfaces.
Reinspection at Clear To Load
A reinspection costs US$149 per visit, plus travel by band, and is invoiced to the party that books it. In Jodhpur and Jaipur it usually happens within 48 hours. Whether you recover the cost from your supplier depends on your contract with them, so write it into the purchase order. It ends in a new verdict, Cleared to load, Hold or Not cleared. See pricing and what to do after a failed inspection.