Every Day, Thousands of Arabs Buy Power Banks from China

Some get excellent products. Others buy batteries that can explode.

The difference is simple: verify before you pay.

Why Power Banks Specifically?

Power banks are the most imported product from China to the Middle East. The reason is clear:

• Everyone uses them — phones, travel, work

• Cheap to manufacture in China

• Good profit margins for importers

• Demand is consistent year-round

But here's the problem: 70% of batteries sold online don't meet safety standards. Some use recycled cells. Some carry fake certificates.

Warning Signs: The Wrong Power Bank

1. The Price Is Too Low

A 20,000mAh power bank for $5? Impossible. The cost of a good cell alone is $8–12. A low price means:

• Recycled cells

• Fake capacity (labeled 20,000mAh, actual 5,000mAh)

• Missing protection circuit — explosion risk

2. No Safety Certificates

A safe power bank needs at least:

• UN38.3 — battery transport testing

• MSDS — material safety data sheet

• CE — European compliance (if selling in Europe)

• FCC — if selling in America

Ask your supplier for certificate photos. Verify the certificate number with the issuing body. Fake certificates are very common.

3. The Weight Is Too Light

A 20,000mAh power bank should weigh 350–450 grams. If it's lighter, the capacity is fake.

4. No Brand Marking on the Cell

Open the casing (if you can). The cell should carry a brand:

• 1. Samsung SDI

• 2. LG Chem

• 3. Panasonic

• 4. BYD

No brand on the cell = unknown cell = risk.

Pre-Order Checklist

• [1] Price is reasonable — not less than $10–15 for 10,000mAh

• [2] UN38.3 and MSDS certificates exist and are verifiable

• [3] Weight matches the stated capacity

• [4] Supplier provides a sample for testing

• [5] Professional inspection is booked before final shipment

When to Book a Power Bank Inspection

You don't need an inspection for every order. But you do need one when:

• 1. Your order exceeds 1,000 units

• 2. It's your first time working with this supplier

• 3. You're selling in a market that requires certificates (Europe, America, Gulf)

• 4. The end customer demands quality assurance

A professional inspection costs $150 per day. For that price, the inspector checks:

• - Actual capacity vs. stated capacity

• - Cell quality and electronic circuit

• - Safety certificates

• - Packaging and labeling

• - Weight and dimensions

How Shayyek Works

1. Create your account — Sign up at shayyek.app

2. Post your request — Tell us your product and factory location

3. We match you with an inspector — A certified inspector in that city

4. Inspection day — Visits the factory, inspects samples, documents everything

5. Report within 24 hours — Photos, measurements, certificates, and a clear recommendation

6. Mark complete — Once you approve, the inspector receives their commission

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How much does a power bank inspection cost?

$150 per day. For most factories in Shenzhen or Guangzhou, the total is under $200.

Q: Is one inspection enough?

Yes, if the supplier is new. For repeat orders, we recommend inspecting the first shipment only.

Q: Do you verify certificates too?

Yes. The inspector verifies certificate authenticity and takes photos of them.

Q: What if the product fails inspection?

Our report explains the defects with photos. You can either fix them with the factory or cancel the order before payment.

About Shayyek

Shayyek connects Arab buyers with professional product inspectors across China. We help you verify suppliers, inspect factories, and source products safely. Based in Ningbo, we serve buyers throughout the Middle East.

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