PSI China Cost: Pre-Shipment Inspection Pricing for FBA Importers ($169)
If you are searching for PSI China cost or pre-shipment inspection China pricing, you have likely found quotes ranging from $169 to $500+ per man-day. The wide range makes it hard to compare. Here is exactly what affects PSI China pricing and how to budget for your next shipment.
What does PSI China cost?
CloudSpects offers pre-shipment inspection in China starting at $169 per man-day with no hidden travel fees. Most standard inspections for consumer goods (electronics, apparel, housewares, toys) fall within the $169–$350 range depending on complexity.
What affects the price of PSI in China
- SKU count — More SKUs mean more sampling time. A single-SKU order is fastest to inspect.
- Factory location — Factories in Yiwu, Shenzhen, or Guangzhou have more inspectors nearby. Remote factories add travel time.
- Test requirements — Battery tests, RF testing, drop tests, or color spectrophotometry add equipment time.
- Sample size — AQL Level II is standard. Level S-3 or Level III increases sample count and inspection time.
- Report language — English reports are standard. Chinese reports are also available at no extra cost.
PSI China cost comparison
| Provider | Starting price | Hidden fees | Report timeline | English report |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CloudSpects | $169/man-day | None | 24 hours | Yes |
| QIMA | $309/man-day | Travel surcharge | 48 hours | Yes |
| Inspect-China | $198/man-day | Travel + report fees | 48 hours | Yes |
| AQI Service | $249/man-day | Travel surcharge | 48 hours | Yes |
How to budget for PSI China
A typical FBA shipment of 10,000 units (2-3 SKUs) at one factory costs $169–$338 for one inspector for one day. Most PSI visits are completed in one day. For large shipments with many SKUs, two inspectors may be needed.
CloudSpects publishes transparent pricing—what you see is what you pay. No booking fees, no travel surcharges, no report release fees. Get a quote for your shipment.