← Blog·Supplier EvaluationMay 24, 2026·7 min read

Aluminum Casting Supplier Checklist: 12-Point Audit

Qualify a China aluminum casting foundry: 12-point checklist covering IATF 16949, CMM records, PPAP/FAI, tooling ownership, and leak-test capability.

By Bohua Technical Team

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# Aluminum Casting Supplier Qualification Checklist

Supplier qualification should confirm that the foundry can quote, sample, inspect, and ship the part according to the buyer's drawing and approval path.

Checklist

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  • process route fits the part function
  • tooling ownership and revision process are clear
  • sample approval path is defined
  • machining scope and datums are understood
  • CMM, material, leak-test, or NDT records match risk
  • PPAP, FAI, or buyer-specific records are scoped
  • packaging, export, and traceability assumptions are visible
  • supplier open questions are documented before award

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This article is maintained as a buyer reference and reviewed against Bohua's public manufacturing scope. Technical specifications such as alloys, tolerances, and process parameters should always be verified against your project drawings or authoritative standards (ISO 9001 or equivalent quality systems, applicable ASTM / ISO specs) before production release. If you notice any factual issue, please contact [email protected].

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