How to Record Cannabis Lab Retesting Fees
Records fees paid for secondary testing after a product batch fails an initial compliance test.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inventory - WIP Testing | Asset | 450.00 | - |
| Accounts Payable | Liability | - | 450.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Testing fees are considered a direct cost of production and are capitalized into the value of the inventory batch.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Attach the lab invoice directly to the inventory batch record in the ERP for traceability.
⚠️ Audit Flags
High volume of retesting fees may indicate quality control issues or attempts to 'test shop' for higher potency.
📄 Required Documentation
Initial failed COA (Certificate of Analysis) and the invoice for the follow-up test.
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