China

Compliance Check

Compliance with Chinese legal and regulatory requirements is a key issue for international companies. China’s regulatory environment is highly formalistic and subject to frequent reporting obligations. Non-compliance may result in significant sanctions, ranging from fines and business restrictions to travel bans for executives. In some cases, directors of the foreign parent company may even face personal liability if their Chinese subsidiaries fail to comply with local laws.

Risks are not limited to subsidiaries. Engaging with unverified business partners can be equally risky. Cooperating with a company that is subject to litigation, tax violations, or regulatory scrutiny may expose your business to liability, compliance risks, and reputational damage—both in China and in your home market.

A professional compliance check provides the transparency needed to identify risks early and to make well-informed business decisions—whether for your own subsidiary or before entering into a partnership with a Chinese company.

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Richard Hoffmann
Richard Hoffmann
Partner, Lawyer in Heidelberg, Ladenburg
Tel.: +49 6203 95561 2600
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What Our Compliance Check Covers

Our service provides you with a structured and comprehensive overview of the most relevant company information in China, presented in a clear and understandable way.

Report contents (excerpt):

  • Corporate registration and company data: status, capital, shareholders, management.
  • Financial and annual filings: corporate developments, declared capital, social insurance records.
  • Legal risks: litigation, judgments, possible travel restrictions, enforcement actions, liability issues.
  • Regulatory measures: administrative penalties, tax violations, environmental sanctions, liquidation proceedings.
  • Government interviews: indications of special regulatory attention.
  • Business operations: licenses, bidding activities, import/export status, customer and supplier relationships.
  • Reputation risks: public announcements, blacklists, product recalls.

Your benefits:

  • Verification of both subsidiaries and potential Chinese business partners
  • Early detection of risks and possible liability issues
  • Structured reports in English or German
  • Reliable basis for management decisions
  • Fast and confidential processing

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