Product Inspection Cost — Transparent Quality Control Pricing
All-inclusive rates with no hidden fees. Every inspection includes a dedicated account manager, same-day report, and online dashboard access.
From$240/man-day
One "man-day" = one inspector on-site for one full day — typically enough for a single product inspection.
$240
from/inspection
45+
countries
24h
report turnaround
35%+
savings with plans
Tetra Inspection internal data, Q1 2026
Recommended
Subscription Plans — Save Over 35%
Reduce your inspection costs with flexible subscription plans for inspections in China, Vietnam, Bangladesh, India and Indonesia.
Standard
Pay as you go
Billed individually
$240/credit
- $240 per man-day
- Book inspections on demand
- Full inspection report with photos
- Online dashboard access
- 48-hour scheduling in most regions
Monthly
10-inspection bundle
10 inspections in China, Vietnam, Bangladesh, India or Indonesia — billed monthly
$240 $189/credit
Save over 21%- $189 per man-day (save over 20%)
- 10 inspections in China, Vietnam, Bangladesh, India or Indonesia
- Priority scheduling
- Dedicated account manager
- Combine inspections across countries
Annual
Best value for teams
120 inspections/year — billed monthly (12-month subscription)
$240 $158/credit
Save over 34%- $158 per man-day (save over 35%)
- 120 inspections per year in China, Vietnam, Bangladesh, India or Indonesia
- Priority scheduling
- Dedicated account manager
- Combine inspections across countries
- Purchase multiple packs for higher volumes
1 inspection = 1 man-day. Credits can be combined across countries within the same plan. Monthly or yearly credits cannot be carried over to the next term.
Pay As You Go
Rates by Region
No commitment required. Book inspections individually at flat, all-inclusive rates.
| Region | Inspection | Audit | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Africa (excluding South Africa)Egypt, Madagascar, Mauritius, Morocco, Tunisia | $240 | $440 | Egypt, Madagascar, Mauritius, Morocco, Tunisia |
| AsiaBangladesh, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Pakistan, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam | $240 | $440 | Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Pakistan, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam |
| South AfricaSouth Africa | $340 | $540 | South Africa |
| South America & TurkeyColombia, Peru, Turkey | $340 | $540 | Colombia, Peru, Turkey |
| TaiwanTaiwan | $340 | $540 | Taiwan |
| BrazilBrazil | $440 | $640 | Brazil |
| MexicoMexico | $440 | $640 | Mexico |
| South KoreaSouth Korea | $440 | $640 | South Korea |
| Europe, Gulf & other marketsAlso the rate for any country not listed aboveArgentina, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Panama, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovenia, Spain, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom | $540 | $740 | Argentina, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Panama, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovenia, Spain, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom |
| CanadaCanada | $740 | $940 | Canada |
| United StatesUnited States | $999 | $1199 | United States |
per man-day
Understanding product inspection cost is essential for importers budgeting their quality control spend. At Tetra Inspection, we believe in complete pricing transparency — no hidden fees, no surprise surcharges, and no minimum commitments. Our inspection pricing starts at $240 per inspection, with the rate for every region set out in the table below. Unlike competitors who bill by the man-day and add travel, report, and admin fees on top, our flat rate includes everything: inspector dispatch, the full inspection or audit, a detailed photo-documented report delivered within 24 hours, and access to our AI-powered online management portal. For businesses with regular inspection needs, our subscription plans offer even greater value — save over 35% compared to pay-as-you-go rates with our Professional plan. Whether you need a single pre-shipment inspection or hundreds of inspections per month across multiple countries, our pricing scales with your business. No long-term contracts required. Compare our product inspection cost with any competitor and see why 2,000+ brands choose Tetra Inspection for reliable, affordable quality control.
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Common Questions
Pricing FAQ
What does one inspection (man-day) include?
One inspection refers to one man-day at the factory. It includes the inspector's time on-site, travel within the local area, a detailed same-day report with photographs, and full access to your online dashboard. Up to 10 checkpoints are tested per inspection using Tetra Inspection's default report format.
Can I combine inspections across different countries?
Yes. You can combine inspections across several countries within the same plan. For example, use 3 inspections in China, 3 in Bangladesh, and 4 in Pakistan — all from the same monthly or annual subscription.
What if I need more inspections than my plan includes?
You can purchase multiple packs to satisfy your inspection volumes. For example, if you need 20 inspections per month, simply purchase two Monthly or Annual packs. Contact your account manager for volume-based custom arrangements.
Do unused credits roll over to the next month?
Monthly or yearly credits cannot be carried over to the next term. We recommend choosing a plan that matches your expected inspection volume. If your needs fluctuate, the Standard pay-as-you-go plan offers full flexibility with no commitment.
What is the difference between inspections and audits?
Inspections cover product quality checks such as Pre-Shipment, During Production, and Container Loading inspections, and are billed at the inspection rate for the country. A Supplier Verification Audit is billed at the inspection rate too, despite the name: it is a one man-day site visit to confirm a supplier exists and operates as described. Audits are deeper multi-day assessments — Factory Audits and Social Compliance Audits — and are billed at the audit rate. Both include same-day reports and a dedicated account manager.
Are there any additional fees or surcharges?
The prices listed are all-inclusive — covering the inspector's time, travel, report, and platform access. There are no surcharges. Discounts cannot be combined with subscription plans.
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