Every year, companies lose millions of dollars because of dishonest Indian suppliers. In this article we break down the five most common fraud schemes — from fictitious registration to product substitution — and explain how each one can be detected before money leaves your account.
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Practical guides for importers: supplier verification via MCA21 & GST portal, ROC document checks, customs duties across 28 HSN categories, and safe sourcing from India. Written by the SUNPOWER BIOTECH team — officially registered in India.
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Deal Safety
Top 5 fraud schemes by Indian suppliers — and how to spot them
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Indian Documents
What is GST in India and how to verify a supplier's GST number in 2 minutes
GST is India's main tax identifier. Without a valid GST number a company cannot legally export goods. We explain how to verify authenticity in 2 minutes.
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Supplier Verification
How to conduct an on-site inspection of an Indian supplier: a step-by-step checklist
What to check during a personal factory visit: from documents at the entrance to equipment condition and storage standards. A 40-point checklist.
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Legislation
Contract with an Indian supplier: 7 clauses that will protect your money
Most importers sign contracts with India without basic protective clauses. We explain which ones are mandatory and why.
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Cases
How we recovered $40,000 in 3 weeks without going to court: a real case
The supplier breached the contract and refused to return the advance. Four months of emails with no result. How we resolved it through in-person negotiations.
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Logistics
Customs when importing from India in 2025–2026: what has changed and how to prepare
Current duty rates, documentation list for customs clearance and common mistakes when importing goods from India.
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Indian Documents
FSSAI, MSME, BIS: which Indian licences really matter and what they mean
India has dozens of permits and licences. We break down the most important ones for exporters — what each means and how to verify them.
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Supplier Verification
10 questions to ask an Indian supplier on the first call
The right questions immediately filter out unreliable suppliers. A list of questions we use in our work — take and apply.
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Analytics
Imports from India in 2025: goods, trends and opportunities
Which product categories are growing, which Indian states concentrate production, and how to find a supplier in the right niche.
India Supplier Verification Blog: Practical Guides and Real Cases
SUNPOWER BIOTECH Blog — practical articles for importers and entrepreneurs who work with Indian suppliers or are planning their first import from India. We write about what you need to know before your first deal, how to protect your money, and how to resolve disputes if they arise.
In our blog you will find: step-by-step guides to verifying Indian suppliers through official registries (MCA21, GST portal, ROC), practical factory inspection checklists, breakdowns of real fraud cases and successful advance recovery stories, and up-to-date information about Indian customs regulations in 2025–2026.
All articles are written by the team at SUNPOWER BIOTECH PVT LTD — an officially registered company in India with our own inspectors and legal counsel. Browse our services or case studies if you need practical help right now.
Practical guides for importers: supplier verification via MCA21 and GST portal, ROC document checks, customs duties across 28 HSN categories, and safe sourcing from India. Written by the SUNPOWER BIOTECH team — officially registered in India.