Different products sold in the Chinese market are subject to different inspections and post-market surveillance:

• Imported goods, when entering China, are subject to customs inspections, which include verifying documentation, assessing HS codes for duties, and ensuring compliance with Chinese standards. Depending on the product and its stakeholders’ records, inspections may involve document reviews, physical and functionality checks, and sample testing if issues are suspected. Products failing to meet standards may be returned or destroyed, while compliant goods receive clearance for release. The main body in charge for this is the General Administration of Customs, and its local enforcement offices.
• All goods, regardless of whether they are imported or domestically-produced, are subject to the State Administration of Market Regulation (SAMR)’s post-market supervision and surveillance. Spot checks and period checks are conducted in retail shops, manufacturing and storage facilities to ensure product safety. Non-compliant products may face bans, public disqualification announcements, or severe penalties like business closure until rectifications are made. For defective consumer goods, producers and sellers are obligated to implement recall plans to eliminate safety risks.