SXP LAW · PRACTICAL INSIGHTS

China trade law, explained for commercial decisions.

Clear starting points for overseas buyers and businesses. General information—not a substitute for advice on your facts.

01 · Supplier disputes

How to Sue a Chinese Supplier

A practical framework for identifying the defendant, jurisdiction, evidence, cost and enforcement before suing a supplier in China.

02 · Payment recovery

How to Recover Money from a Chinese Supplier

Steps to assess and pursue a deposit, refund or damages claim against a supplier in China.

03 · Advance payment

Chinese Supplier Took My Deposit and Did Not Ship

What overseas buyers should preserve and assess when a Chinese supplier fails to ship after receiving a deposit.

04 · Before payment

How to Verify a Chinese Company Before Payment

A buyer-focused checklist for verifying a Chinese counterparty, its authority and payment account.

05 · Payment risk

Can a Chinese Company Use a Personal Bank Account for Payment?

Why payment to a personal or third-party account can complicate tax, evidence and recovery in a China transaction.

06 · Contract strategy

Which Law Should Govern a Contract with a Chinese Supplier?

How governing law, dispute forum and enforcement should be considered together in China supply contracts.

07 · Quality disputes

China Supplier Quality Dispute: What Evidence Do You Need?

The documents and inspection evidence that commonly determine a supplier quality claim.

08 · Shipping claims

Who Is Liable for Cargo Loss: Freight Forwarder or Carrier?

A framework for identifying the liable party in cargo loss and damage involving a freight forwarder and carrier.

09 · Bills of lading

Bill of Lading Disputes in China

Key questions in China-related bill of lading, release, consignee and documentary disputes.

10 · Enforcement

How to Enforce a Foreign Judgment or Arbitration Award in China

An initial roadmap for recognition and enforcement of foreign court judgments and arbitral awards in China.