How to Record Tooling and Die Inventory
Capitalize the cost of specialized tools, molds, or dies that have a useful life beyond a single production run.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tooling and Die Inventory | Asset | 12,000.00 | - |
| Accounts Payable | Liability | - | 12,000.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Custom tooling is capitalized as inventory or a fixed asset (depending on materiality) and is usually amortized over the total expected units produced.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Categorize as 'Amortizable Inventory' to facilitate unit-of-production depreciation logic.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Expensing high-value custom molds as office supplies or maintenance costs.
📄 Required Documentation
Technical specs, purchase order, and expected production volume certificate.
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