Pro QC International

What Pro QC International does

Pro QC International is a Tampa, Florida-headquartered third-party quality assurance and quality control services provider founded in 1984, serving importers, brands, and retailers that source manufactured goods from global supply chains. The firm deploys qualified quality engineers and auditors across 9 regional offices (North America, Mexico, Colombia, UK, France, Germany, Australia, India, and Asia-Pacific) to deliver services in more than 100 countries, with multilingual coverage spanning English, German, French, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, and Arabic.

The company's product set is organized into five core service lines: Quality Inspections (first-article, in-process, pre-shipment, container loading supervision, product sorting/rework, welding, coating, factory acceptance tests, production monitoring, product testing, Amazon FBA); Factory & Supplier Audits (social/ethical compliance, environmental, ESG, supply-chain security, C-TPAT, vendor compliance, manufacturing process, PPAP, QHSE, supplier verification, VDA 6.3); Management System Audits (AS9100, ISO 9001, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 22716, ISO 45001, IATF 16949, MDSAP); Supplier Management; and Recruitment & Resourcing for engineering staffing. The firm holds ISO 17020 accreditation as an inspection body and ISO 17025 accreditation for laboratory operations in China, and reports 24-hour inspection report turnaround alongside 48-72 hour audit turnaround.

The business operates on a sales-led, project-based professional services model: revenue is generated per inspection or audit engagement, with multi-year contracts possible for supplier management retainers and resourcing programs, and pricing is quote-driven rather than publicly listed. The firm pursues direct sales through regional office phone lines and website quote forms, supported by content marketing (blog, SEO, gated sample reports), LinkedIn paid social, and Google SEM. Customer mix is diversified across multiple enterprise verticals including softlines, hardlines, medical devices, automotive, jewelry, kitchenware, and furniture, reducing reliance on any single segment. The company is privately held with no disclosed investors, no public financials, and no M&A activity on record.

Name

Pro QC International

Legal name

Pro QC International

Website

https://proqc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Pro QC International is a Tampa-based, third-party quality assurance and inspection services provider founded in 1984, deploying qualified engineers and auditors across 9 regional offices in 100+ countries to deliver inspections, factory audits, and supplier management for global importers and retailers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Third-Party Quality Assurance & Inspection Services

SIC

Services-Testing Laboratories (8734)

akta.pro primary industry

EHS Management Systems & ISO Consulting (ISO 14001/45001) (BPAHAJAF)

akta.pro secondary industry

Manufacturing Quality Assurance & GMP Compliance (batch release, deviation/CAPA, tech transfer QA) (HLAGAKAJ)

Keywords

• Quality inspection services
• Supplier audit services
• Factory audit services
• Third-party quality assurance
• Supplier management solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Tampa

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Quality Inspection Services: On-site quality control inspections including first-article inspections, in-process inspections, pre-shipment inspections, container loading supervision, and product sorting/rework services. Charged per inspection service with pricing based on service type, location, and project scope.
2. Factory & Supplier Audits: Comprehensive audit services including supplier verification, quality management system audits (ISO 9001, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 45001), social compliance audits (SA8000, SMETA, BSCI, WRAP), VDA 6.3 process audits, IATF 16949, AS9100, and ESG audits. Billed per audit engagement.
3. Supplier Management Services: Ongoing supplier portfolio management, corrective action follow-up, risk assessment, and performance analysis services. Typically structured as retainer or project-based engagements.
4. Recruitment & Resourcing: Engineering staffing solutions providing quality contractor recruitment and direct-hire resource management for clients requiring quality professionals at supplier locations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Pro QC International is a global third-party quality assurance and quality control service provider. It deploys qualified quality engineers and auditors to supplier and factory locations in 100+ countries to perform product inspections (first article, in-process, pre-shipment, container loading supervision, sorting/rework), factory and supplier audits (social compliance, environmental, ESG, supply chain security, process, QHSE), management system audits (ISO 9001, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 22716, ISO 45001, IATF 16949, AS9100, MDSAP), supplier management programs, and engineering staffing/recruitment.

Product overview

Pro QC International is a quality assurance and quality control service provider offering a comprehensive suite of inspection, audit, and supplier management solutions. The portfolio consists of five core service lines: (1) Quality Inspections encompassing First Article Inspection, In-process Inspection, Pre-Shipment Inspections, Container Loading Supervision, Product Sorting & Rework, and specialized inspections (Welding, Coating, FAT, Production Monitoring, Product Testing, Amazon FBA); (2) Factory & Supplier Audits covering Social & Ethical Compliance, Environmental Compliance, ESG Audits, Supply Chain Security, C-TPAT, Vendor Compliance, Manufacturing Process Audits, PPAP, QHSE, Supplier Verification, and VDA 6.3 Process/Potential Analysis Audits; (3) Management System Audits including AS9100, ISO 9001, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 22716, ISO 45001, IATF 16949, MDSAP, and Supplier Quality Audits; (4) Supplier Management for supplier development and performance improvement; and (5) Recruitment & Resourcing for engineering staffing solutions. Additional resources include downloadable Sample Reports and ANSI Sampling Tables.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Quality Inspections On-site product inspection services for importers and manufacturers including First Article Inspection, In-process Inspection, Pre-Shipment Inspections, Container Loading Supervision, Product Sorting & Rework, Welding Inspections, Coating Inspections, Factory Acceptance Test (FAT), Production Monitoring, Product Testing, and Amazon FBA Inspections. Designed for global buyers needing third-party verification before shipment.
• Factory & Supplier Audits Third-party audits evaluating supplier capabilities, manufacturing processes, and compliance, including Social & Ethical Compliance, Environmental Compliance, ESG Audits, Supply Chain Security, C-TPAT, Vendor Compliance, Manufacturing Process Audits, PPAP, QHSE, Supplier Verification, and VDA 6.3 Process and Potential Analysis Audits. Delivered to brands, retailers, and manufacturers needing supplier risk and capability assessment.
• Management System Audits Quality management system audits against international standards, including AS9100, ISO 9001, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 22716, ISO 45001, IATF 16949, MDSAP, and Supplier Quality Audits. Used by manufacturers in medical, automotive, aerospace, cosmetics, and other regulated industries for certification preparation and supplier qualification.
• Supplier Management Services to identify, develop, and manage factory and supplier performance, including supplier portfolio analysis, substandard KPI analysis, recovery plan establishment, and continuous improvement programs. Designed for buyers with ongoing supplier development and performance management needs.
• Recruitment & Resourcing Quality contractor recruitment and resource management solutions, providing staffing support for quality and engineering positions, including Engineering Staffing Solutions. Targets clients needing embedded quality professionals at supplier locations.

Quantifiable outcome

• 24-hour report delivery for inspections, 48-72 hours for audits
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• DEKRA: German TIC and inspection organization providing automotive, industrial, and product certification services. Competes with Pro QC on IATF 16949, VDA 6.3, and QHSE audits for industrial clients.
• TÜV SÜD: German global TIC body offering management system certification, product testing, and supplier audits (ISO 9001, ISO 13485, IATF 16949, AS9100). Directly competes with Pro QC's management system audit portfolio and ISO certification support.
• Intertek: UK-headquartered TIC group with extensive quality assurance and supplier audit services across consumer goods, automotive, and industrial sectors. Overlaps with Pro QC's pre-shipment inspections and management system audits (ISO, IATF, AS9100).
• Bureau Veritas: French global TIC major offering commodity inspection, industrial QA, and management system certification. Competes with Pro QC on factory audits, supplier verification, and QHSE services across the same multinational client base.
• SGS SA: Swiss-headquartered global TIC (testing, inspection, certification) leader with operations in over 100 countries. Direct overlap with Pro QC's third-party inspection and ISO management system audit offerings, but at vastly greater scale and with bundled lab testing and certification.
• TÜV Rheinland: Global testing and certification body with strong footprint in industrial QA, product safety, and management system audits. Overlaps with Pro QC on ISO management system audits and supplier compliance verification.
• Eurofins Scientific: International testing services group providing product testing, certification, and inspection across consumer goods, food, and industrial sectors. Adjacent competitor where laboratory testing intersects with Pro QC's quality inspection work.

Direct peers

• V-Trust Inspection Service: Asia-focused third-party inspection and audit firm offering pre-shipment inspections and factory audits to global importers. Direct competitor for Pro QC's Asia-sourcing inspection volume, especially in China, Vietnam, and Southeast Asia.
• QIMA (formerly AsiaInspection): Hong Kong-based tech-enabled third-party inspection and audit firm serving brands and importers sourcing from Asia. Closest like-for-like competitor on third-party pre-shipment inspections, factory audits, and supplier verification.

Emerging players

• Goodada: Online marketplace and third-party inspection provider focused on connecting importers with local QC inspectors in Asia and emerging markets. Competes with Pro QC on small and mid-market pre-shipment inspection buyers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/proqc
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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/pro-qc-international-north-america

Compliance11 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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