Terms of Service
These terms govern your use of our services and define the legal rights and responsibilities for both parties. Please read carefully before engaging in any business relationship with Yaochong Technology Co., Ltd.
Important Notice
These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("Buyer" or "Customer") and Yaochong Technology Co., Ltd. ("Seller," "we," "us," or "our"), a company incorporated in Ningbo, Zhejiang, China. By placing an order, signing a contract, or engaging in any commercial transaction with us, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by these Terms.
Definitions
For the purposes of these Terms, the following definitions apply:
- "Seller"
- Yaochong Technology Co., Ltd., a manufacturer and exporter of brass fittings and related products, located in Ningbo, Zhejiang, China.
- "Buyer"
- Any business entity, wholesaler, distributor, procurement manager, or authorized representative placing an order or entering into a commercial transaction with the Seller.
- "Products"
- All brass fittings, DOT fittings, NPT adapters, connectors, elbows, tees, reducers, plugs, and any custom or OEM/ODM components manufactured and supplied by the Seller.
- "Order"
- A written or electronic purchase order, sales contract, or pro forma invoice confirmed in writing by both parties.
- "Specifications"
- Technical drawings, dimensions, material grades, tolerances, certifications, and performance requirements agreed upon in writing at the time of order confirmation.
Acceptance of Terms
These Terms apply to all quotations, purchase orders, sales contracts, and transactions between the Buyer and the Seller. By submitting a purchase order, signing a contract, making payment, or otherwise engaging in a commercial transaction with us, the Buyer agrees to be bound by these Terms.
Any additional or conflicting terms contained in the Buyer's purchase orders or other documents are expressly rejected unless explicitly accepted in writing by the Seller. Silence or shipment of goods shall not constitute acceptance of the Buyer's conflicting terms.
These Terms supersede all prior discussions, representations, or agreements between the parties unless incorporated into a formally executed written agreement bearing authorized signatures from both parties.
Products & Orders
3.1 Product Descriptions
All product specifications, dimensions, materials, and performance data provided in catalogues, technical sheets, or quotations are subject to change without prior notice due to continuous product improvements. The Seller shall notify the Buyer of any material changes affecting confirmed orders.
3.2 Order Confirmation
An Order is deemed confirmed upon the Seller's written acknowledgment (via email, signed contract, or pro forma invoice accepted by the Buyer). Verbal commitments are not binding. The Seller reserves the right to reject any Order without obligation to provide reasons.
3.3 Order Modification & Cancellation
Changes to confirmed orders (including quantity, specifications, or delivery address) must be submitted in writing. The Seller reserves the right to charge modification fees or reject changes if production has commenced. Order cancellations after production commencement will incur cancellation charges to cover materials and labor costs already expended.
3.4 Custom & OEM/ODM Orders
For custom OEM/ODM orders based on Buyer's drawings or samples, the Buyer warrants that such designs do not infringe any third-party intellectual property rights. The Buyer shall provide accurate specifications; the Seller shall not be liable for non-conformance resulting from inaccurate Buyer-supplied information. Sample approval shall be confirmed in writing before mass production commences.
3.5 Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ)
MOQ requirements vary by product type and are specified at the time of quotation. The Seller offers flexible MOQ for standard models with rolling inventory. Orders below the stated MOQ may be accepted at the Seller's discretion, subject to a small-order handling fee.
Pricing & Payment
4.1 Quotations & Pricing
All prices are stated in US Dollars (USD) and are based on prevailing raw material costs, labor, and market conditions. Quotations are valid for thirty (30) days unless otherwise specified. The Seller reserves the right to revise pricing for orders not confirmed within the validity period, particularly in response to material fluctuations in raw material costs (brass H59/H62).
4.2 Payment Terms
Standard payment terms are thirty percent (30%) deposit upon order confirmation, with the remaining seventy percent (70%) paid prior to shipment, unless otherwise agreed in writing. For new customers, full payment in advance may be required. The Seller may offer letter of credit (L/C) or other payment arrangements for established long-term customers upon separate written agreement.
4.3 Late Payment
Overdue payments will accrue interest at a rate of one and a half percent (1.5%) per month (or the maximum rate permitted by applicable law, whichever is lower) from the due date. The Seller reserves the right to suspend production, withhold shipment, or cancel pending orders if payment obligations are not met. The Buyer shall be responsible for all costs incurred in collecting overdue amounts, including reasonable legal fees.
4.4 Taxes & Duties
All prices are exclusive of any applicable taxes, customs duties, import levies, or other governmental charges in the Buyer's country. The Buyer is solely responsible for all import duties, taxes, tariffs, and regulatory compliance costs applicable upon entry into the destination country.
Flexible Payment Support
We offer FOB, DDP, and other flexible trade terms to ensure smooth transactions. Contact our sales team to discuss payment arrangements tailored to your procurement volume and business needs.
Delivery & Shipping
5.1 Lead Times
Estimated lead times are provided in writing at the time of order confirmation. Standard products from rolling inventory typically ship within seven (7) to fifteen (15) business days. Custom or large-volume orders may require additional production time as agreed in writing. Lead times are estimates and not guarantees; the Seller shall promptly notify the Buyer of any material delays.
5.2 Trade Terms & Risk Transfer
Unless otherwise agreed, all shipments are made on FOB Ningbo Port terms (Incoterms® 2020). Risk of loss or damage to the Products transfers to the Buyer upon delivery to the first carrier at the point of origin. For DDP or other Incoterms arrangements, risk transfer shall occur as specified in the applicable Incoterms rule, as agreed in the confirmed order.
5.3 Shipping Documentation
The Seller will provide standard export documentation including commercial invoice, packing list, and bill of lading. Additional documentation such as certificates of origin, test reports, or compliance certificates may be provided upon prior written request and may be subject to additional fees.
5.4 Partial Shipments
The Seller reserves the right to make partial shipments for large orders where agreed in writing. Each partial shipment shall be separately invoiced and payment shall be due in accordance with the agreed payment terms.
5.5 Delivery Delays
The Seller shall not be liable for delays caused by circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to raw material shortages, port congestion, carrier issues, or Force Majeure events as defined in Section 11. The Buyer's sole remedy for delay not caused by Force Majeure shall be to cancel the relevant portion of the order upon written notice, subject to return of applicable prepaid amounts.
Quality Assurance & Warranty
ISO 9001 Certified
Quality management system certified. All products manufactured under documented SOPs with full traceability from raw material to finished goods shipment.
DOT / FMVSS 106
DOT-certified products comply with FMVSS 106 brake system specifications. 500 psi pressure tested, air tightness verified, thread gauge inspected on every batch.
6.1 Quality Standards
The Seller warrants that all Products shall conform to the agreed Specifications and shall be manufactured from premium H59/H62 brass. All Products undergo multi-stage quality inspection including incoming material inspection, in-process sampling, performance testing (air tightness, 500 psi pressure test, thread gauge, salt spray), and final AQL sampling before warehousing.
6.2 Limited Warranty
The Seller warrants its Products against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of shipment, provided the Products are used in accordance with their intended application and industry-standard installation practices. This warranty is limited to repair, replacement, or credit for defective Products at the Seller's sole discretion.
6.3 Warranty Exclusions
The warranty does not cover defects arising from: (a) improper installation, misuse, or abuse; (b) modification of the Products by any party other than the Seller; (c) use of Products beyond their rated specifications; (d) damage caused during transit after risk transfer; (e) normal wear and tear; or (f) failure to follow installation guidelines or technical documentation.
6.4 Inspection Obligation
The Buyer shall inspect all Products within fourteen (14) days of receipt. Any visible defects, quantity discrepancies, or shipping damage must be reported in writing within this period. Failure to provide timely written notice shall constitute acceptance of the Products as received.
Returns & Claims
7.1 Return Authorization
No Products may be returned without prior written Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) from the Seller. Unauthorized returns will be refused and returned to the Buyer at the Buyer's expense. To initiate a return, the Buyer must contact the Seller's sales team with the order number, a description of the defect, and photographic evidence.
7.2 Defective Product Claims
Upon confirmation of a valid defect claim, the Seller's liability shall be limited to, at the Seller's option: (a) replacement of defective Products; (b) issuance of a credit note for the defective quantity; or (c) refund of the purchase price paid for the defective Products. The Seller shall bear return shipping costs for confirmed defective products.
7.3 Claim Submission Deadline
All quality claims must be submitted in writing within thirty (30) days of the Buyer discovering the defect, and in no event later than the applicable warranty period. Claims submitted after this period will not be honored.
7.4 Dispute Resolution for Claims
In the event of a dispute regarding product quality, both parties agree to engage in good-faith negotiation. If the parties are unable to reach agreement within thirty (30) days, either party may request third-party inspection by a mutually agreed independent testing laboratory. The cost of such inspection shall be borne by the party found to be at fault.
Intellectual Property
All intellectual property rights in the Seller's standard product designs, manufacturing processes, technical documentation, catalogues, and website content remain the sole and exclusive property of Yaochong Technology Co., Ltd. The Buyer is granted no rights in respect of such intellectual property beyond what is reasonably necessary to use the purchased Products.
For OEM/ODM custom orders, the Buyer retains ownership of designs and specifications provided by the Buyer. The Seller shall not produce or sell identical products based on the Buyer's exclusive designs to any third party without the Buyer's prior written consent, where such agreement has been separately executed.
The Buyer warrants that any designs, drawings, or specifications provided to the Seller do not infringe upon any third-party patents, trademarks, copyrights, or other intellectual property rights. The Buyer shall indemnify and hold the Seller harmless from any claims, damages, or legal costs arising from such infringement.
Confidentiality
Both parties acknowledge that in the course of their business relationship, each may receive confidential information from the other, including but not limited to pricing, technical specifications, business strategies, customer lists, and financial information ("Confidential Information").
Each party agrees to: (a) maintain the confidentiality of the other party's Confidential Information using the same degree of care it uses for its own confidential information (but no less than reasonable care); (b) not disclose such information to any third party without prior written consent; and (c) use such information solely for the purpose of performing obligations or exercising rights under these Terms.
Confidentiality obligations shall survive the termination of the business relationship for a period of five (5) years. These obligations do not apply to information that is or becomes publicly known through no fault of the receiving party, or that is required to be disclosed by law or regulation.
Limitation of Liability
IMPORTANT: TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THE SELLER'S TOTAL LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH ANY ORDER OR THESE TERMS SHALL NOT EXCEED THE TOTAL PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY THE BUYER FOR THE SPECIFIC PRODUCTS GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM.
The Seller shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including loss of profits, loss of business, loss of revenue, or damage to reputation, arising out of or in connection with the supply or use of Products, even if the Seller has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
The Seller's warranties set out in these Terms are in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied, including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, to the extent permitted by applicable law. The Seller does not warrant that Products are suitable for any particular application beyond their stated specifications; the Buyer is responsible for verifying suitability for their intended use.
Force Majeure
Neither party shall be held liable for any failure or delay in performance of its obligations under these Terms to the extent such failure or delay is caused by circumstances beyond that party's reasonable control, including but not limited to: acts of God, natural disasters, floods, earthquakes, fire, epidemics, pandemics, war, civil unrest, governmental actions, embargoes, port closures, transportation disruptions, or severe raw material shortages not reasonably foreseeable.
The affected party shall provide written notice to the other party as soon as reasonably practicable after the occurrence of such event, describing the nature of the force majeure event and its expected duration. The affected party shall use reasonable efforts to mitigate the impact and resume performance as soon as the force majeure event ceases.
If a force majeure event continues for more than sixty (60) consecutive days, either party may terminate the affected order upon written notice without liability to the other party, except that the Seller shall return any prepaid amounts for unshipped goods.
Governing Law & Dispute Resolution
These Terms and any disputes arising out of or in connection with these Terms or any transaction governed by them shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the People's Republic of China, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
Both parties agree to attempt to resolve any dispute through good-faith negotiation within thirty (30) days of written notice from either party. If negotiation fails to resolve the dispute within the specified period, either party may submit the dispute to the China International Economic and Trade Arbitration Commission (CIETAC) in accordance with its arbitration rules in effect at the time of submission. The arbitration shall be conducted in Mandarin Chinese or English as mutually agreed, and the arbitral award shall be final and binding on both parties.
Nothing in this section prevents either party from seeking urgent injunctive or other equitable relief from a competent court to prevent irreparable harm pending arbitration.
Amendments & Severability
13.1 Amendments
The Seller reserves the right to update or modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on our website with an updated "Last Updated" date. For transactions in progress, the Terms in effect at the time of order confirmation shall apply. Continued engagement in new transactions after publication of revised Terms constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
13.2 Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found by a court or arbitrator to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be replaced with a valid provision that most closely reflects the intent of the original provision.
13.3 Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with any applicable signed sales contract, purchase order acknowledgment, and pro forma invoice, constitute the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersede all prior negotiations, representations, or understandings, whether oral or written.
13.4 Waiver
Failure by either party to enforce any provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of that party's right to enforce such provision in the future or any other provision of these Terms.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or require clarification regarding these Terms of Service, please contact our team. We are committed to professional and prompt communication.
Yaochong Technology Co., Ltd.
Ningbo, Zhejiang, China -- 30 km from Ningbo Port
Acknowledgment
By placing an order or entering into a business transaction with Yaochong Technology Co., Ltd., you acknowledge that you have read these Terms of Service in their entirety, understood their content, and agree to be bound by them. If you do not agree to these Terms, please refrain from engaging in any commercial transactions with us and contact our team to discuss alternative arrangements.
These Terms of Service were last updated on January 1, 2024. Yaochong Technology Co., Ltd. reserves all rights.