Typical China-related dispute scenarios and practical response strategies for international businesses.
These illustrative scenarios are not client matters, testimonials or reported results.
7 illustrative scenarios
Goods Detained
A hypothetical shipment raises a declaration discrepancy. The invoice and packing list describe the products differently.
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Goods Detained
A hypothetical shipment of electronic products is detained during transportation in China. The buyer has only a photograph of the initial notice.
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Cargo Held
A hypothetical buyer is asked to pay disputed additional charges before a freight forwarder will release cargo.
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Supplier Dispute
A hypothetical overseas buyer receives goods that do not match the agreed specifications.
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Supplier Dispute
A hypothetical factory stops production after the buyer requests corrections to a sample.
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Goods Detained
A hypothetical buyer learns that a shipment is under review but has not received the inventory or written notice.
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Supplier Dispute
A hypothetical supplier acknowledges cancellation but disputes whether the deposit is refundable.
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