Based on introduction of the timber legality verification schemes,the article provides a detailed review of existing legality verification schemes covering aspects such as definition of legality,verification process.It aims to help Chinese companies understand the different requirements and evidence of compliance required by legislation,public and private procurement policies. Based on introduction of the timber legality verification schemes, the article provides a detailed review of existing legality verification schemes covering aspects such as definition of legality, verification process .Is aims to help Chinese companies understand the different requirements and evidence of compliance required by legislation, public and private procurement policies.