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.
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 recoveryHow 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 paymentChinese 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 paymentHow to Verify a Chinese Company Before Payment
A buyer-focused checklist for verifying a Chinese counterparty, its authority and payment account.
05 · Payment riskCan 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 strategyWhich 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 disputesChina Supplier Quality Dispute: What Evidence Do You Need?
The documents and inspection evidence that commonly determine a supplier quality claim.
08 · Shipping claimsWho 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 ladingBill of Lading Disputes in China
Key questions in China-related bill of lading, release, consignee and documentary disputes.
10 · EnforcementHow 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.