Against the backdrop of an increasingly complex global supply chain, the demand for product quality control from brands, retailers and e-commerce platforms continues to rise. Especially in cross-border trade, the problem of counterfeit goods not only jeopardizes consumers' rights and interests, but also seriously affects the reputation and market competitiveness of enterprises. In the face of this challenge, more and more companies are relying on third-party inspection companies to monitor quality. So, can third-party inspection companies really effectively prevent counterfeits? What are its mechanism and limitations? A...