Whether you’re at a trade fair, visiting a factory, or conducting an early-stage product screening, buyers often need to assess a storage product’s potential in a short amount of time.
The five evaluation directions below can help you quickly understand product characteristics and communicate with suppliers more efficiently and effectively.

01｜Structural Stability

The foundation of quality for any storage product.

Quick checkpoints:
• Load-bearing test: Press the top and sides to see if the product deforms. For stackable items, check whether the structure wobbles when pressure is applied.
• Structural design: Focus on key areas such as the base, rims, latches, and sliding tracks to ensure they are reinforced or thickened.
• Stacking stability: Stack two identical units and gently push the top one to see whether it slips or shifts.
• Smooth operation: Check drawers and lids for friction, misalignment, noise, or sticking.

What it indicates:
The more stable the structure, the fewer after-sales issues—and the better the consumer experience and reviews.

02｜Material & Safety

Material quality directly affects durability, transparency, environmental compliance, and weight.

Common evaluation methods:
• Material thickness: Press the side walls to test for thin or easily dented areas.
• Transparency & surface quality: For clear products, check for cloudiness, waves, or visible impurities.
• Odor test: Open the lid and smell—strong odors often indicate low-grade plastic or excessive additives.
• Heat resistance: For kitchen-use items, confirm high-temperature tolerance (e.g., PP > 100°C).
• Compliance: Ask whether the materials meet REACH, FDA, LFGB, and other relevant standards.

Special note:
Request material certificates or raw material sourcing documents to distinguish virgin resin vs. recycled resin.

03｜Craftsmanship & Details

Details reveal whether a storage product feels “premium.”
A factory’s process capability often becomes obvious through these small details.

Key areas to inspect:
• Edge finishing: Check for rough edges, sharp areas, and uneven seams.
• Injection marks: Look for sink marks, flow lines, burn marks, or streaking.
• Component durability: Ensure handles, clips, wheels, and tracks are secure and not loose.
• Sealing performance: For kitchen containers, check whether the silicone gasket fits tightly and the lid closes firmly.

What it indicates:
High-quality factories stand out clearly in the details: smooth edges, clean transitions, and tightly fitted components.

04｜Usage Scenario Simulation

Even at a trade fair, simple tests can approximate real usage.

Common quick tests:
• One-hand opening test (Is it intuitive and effortless?)
• Tilt & leak test for kitchen products
• Drawer capacity test: Insert paper packs, clothing, or bottles to simulate real storage volume
• Mobility test: For wheeled products, check whether movement is smooth and stable
• Classification efficiency: Evaluate whether transparent windows or labeling areas are intuitive and easy to identify

What it indicates:
The closer the product aligns with real-life use, the easier it is to determine its suitability for different markets and channels.

05｜Supplier Capability & Delivery

Once the product passes basic quality checks, the buyer then evaluates the factory’s reliability and collaboration readiness.

Common considerations:
• MOQ flexibility (support for small trial orders)
• Lead time (e.g., ability to deliver within 30–45 days)
• OEM/ODM experience and mold development capability
• Certifications: BSCI, ISO 9001, Sedex
• Export experience and track record with reputable clients
• Logistics optimization for large-volume storage products (e.g., maximizing container loading)

What it indicates:
A good product is only the first step; stable and reliable delivery determines long-term cooperation value.

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About China Daily-Use Articles Trade Fair:
The 119th China Daily-Use Articles Trade Fair (CDATF) is Asia’s flagship exhibition for household and consumer goods. With over 70 years of industry experience, CDATF has established itself as a trusted global platform for sourcing, product innovation, and industry collaboration. From July 23–25, 2026, the fair will bring together over 3,500 leading brands and manufacturers at the Shanghai New International Expo Center (SNIEC). Covering the full spectrum of the homeware industry, the exhibition features kitchenware, cookware, cups and drinkware, bathroom essentials, storage solutions, outdoor products, home textiles, cleaning supplies, and more—offering buyers and exhibitors exceptional opportunities for business growth and partnership.

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