QC Basics: What to Check Before You Buy

Quality control is the key to a successful purchase through the Hubbuycn spreadsheet. This guide covers the essential QC points you should check before placing any order, organized by category.

General QC Checklist

Before ordering any item, check the following: the QC rating in the spreadsheet, recent community notes, the factory code against the legend sheet, and whether there are any active batch warnings. The Hubbuycn spreadsheet updates monthly, so ratings reflect recent quality.

Shoes QC Points

For shoes, the most critical QC points are the toe box shape, heel tab alignment, outsole texture, and stitching consistency. The Hubbuycn spreadsheet tracks which factories have consistent QC on these points. Check the Notes column for specific factory warnings.

Clothing QC Points

For tops and bottoms, check the fabric weight, print alignment, stitching quality, and tag accuracy. The Hubbuycn spreadsheet includes GSM data for most items, which helps verify fabric weight. For printed items, check the print method in the Notes column.

Accessories QC Points

For bags and belts, check the hardware quality, stitching consistency, and material accuracy. The Hubbuycn spreadsheet lists exact material compositions, which helps verify that you are getting what you expect. For jewelry, check the plating quality and clasp durability.

Using Community Photos

The Hubbuycn spreadsheet community shares QC photos in dedicated threads. Before buying, search for recent photos of the specific item and factory combination. Real photos from recent batches are more reliable than factory stock images.