Inari Sea Urchin Sample Tasting Application Process v1
1. Sample Policy
1.1 Sample Types
| Type |
Description |
Free |
Quantity |
| Taste Test Sample |
Chef tasting |
✅ Usually free |
50g-100g |
| Evaluation Sample |
Quality assessment |
⚠️ Case by case |
100g-200g |
| Quotation Sample |
Photo/display |
❌ Charged |
As needed |
1.2 Sample Selection
| Product |
Recommended Sample Quantity |
Purpose |
| Hokkaido Uni |
50g |
Taste test |
| Premium Uni |
50g |
Taste test |
| Scallop Adductor |
50g |
Taste test |
| Sweet Shrimp |
50g |
Taste test |
2. Application Process
2.1 Six-Step Process
[1. Contact & Inquiry] → [2. Submit Application] → [3. Confirm Sample]
→ [4. Arrange Delivery] → [5. Taste Evaluation] → [6. Convert to Formal Order]
| Step |
Description |
Time |
| 1. Contact & Inquiry |
Inquire about sample policy via WhatsApp |
Same day |
| 2. Submit Application |
Provide basic information |
Same day |
| 3. Confirm Sample |
Inari confirms supply |
1-2 days |
| 4. Arrange Delivery |
Cold chain delivery |
Same day/Next day |
| 5. Taste Evaluation |
Chef tasting |
1-2 days |
| 6. Convert to Formal Order |
Place order if satisfied |
Same day |
| Total Duration |
|
Approximately 3-7 days |
2.2 Simple WhatsApp Application
Message Content:
Hi, I would like to apply for a uni (sea urchin) sample.
Company Name: [ ]
Contact Person: [ ]
Phone: [ ]
Sample: [Hokkaido Uni 50g]
Delivery Address: [ ]
3. Documents Required
3.1 Required Information
| Item |
Description |
| Company Name |
Restaurant/Hotel Name |
| Contact Person |
Procurement Manager |
| Phone |
Contact Number |
| Delivery Address |
Delivery Address |
| Purpose |
New Product Development/Existing Product Replacement |
3.2 Letter of Intent (Optional)
⚠️ Letter of Intent is not mandatory, but providing one helps expedite processing:
- New product development plan
- Estimated purchase quantity
- Target price range
3.3 Initial Documents (if available)
| Item |
Description |
| Business Registration (Optional) |
Expedited verification |
| Restaurant Profile (Optional) |
Understand requirements |
4. Sample Delivery
4.1 Delivery Methods
| Method |
Description |
Cost |
| Store Pickup |
Pick up at New City Garden Store |
Free |
| Store Delivery |
Delivery within Macau |
Free |
| Remote Delivery |
Taipa/Coloane |
Minimal fee |
4.2 Delivery Time
| Item |
Description |
| Same-day Order |
Same-day delivery |
| Next-day Order |
Next-day delivery |
| Delivery Hours |
10:00-19:00 |
4.3 Cold Chain Packaging
| Packaging |
Description |
| Insulated Box |
Provided free of charge |
| Dry Ice |
Provided free of charge |
| Thermal Bag |
Provided free of charge |
5. Taste Test Evaluation
5.1 Evaluation Dimensions
| Dimension |
Items |
| Appearance |
Color, Shape, Packaging |
| Texture |
Freshness, Sweetness, Creaminess |
| Quality |
Consistency |
| Price |
Cost-effectiveness |
| Supply |
Stable Supply Capability |
5.2 Evaluation Record
| Items |
Records |
| Product Name |
|
| Sample Quantity |
|
| Taste Test Date |
|
| Score (1-5) |
|
| Comments/Notes |
|
| Convert to Formal Order |
|
6. Convert to Formal Order
6.1 Process
Trial tasting satisfactory
↓
WhatsApp Inari「Satisfactory, want to place order」
↓
Confirm quotation
↓
Place order (MOQ starts from MOP 300)
↓
Payment
↓
Delivery
6.2 First Order Recommendations
| Product |
Recommended Quantity |
Budget |
| Hokkaido Uni |
100g |
MOP 250-350 |
| Scallop Adductor |
100g |
MOP 150-250 |
| Sweet Shrimp |
100g |
MOP 150-200 |
6.3 Payment Terms
| First Order |
Subsequent |
| Immediate settlement |
Monthly settlement negotiable |
Data Sources / Related Verification
The information in this article is compiled from internal FactcheckDocs (MO_datatable_inari_sample_request_flow_v1.md), with reference to publicly available official data from the MO region and industry documents. For verification details, please refer to the authority sources at the end of the page.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a charge for samples?
**A:** The first tasting sample is usually free, or if charged, it will be refunded when a formal order is placed.
Can the sample quantity be increased?
**A:** Yes. The sample quantity is usually 50g-100g, and more can be negotiated if needed.
Can I specify the sea urchin variety?
**A:** Yes. Please specify the desired variety when messaging via WhatsApp.
How long do I have to respond regarding the sample?
**A:** It is recommended to taste and respond within 2-3 days to ensure sample freshness.
Can I try only one variety?
**A:** Yes. Single variety samples can also be requested. ---