Spoilage

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Spoilage refers to the loss of raw materials or finished goods due to damage, defects, or expiration during the production process. Spoilage accounting involves identifying, measuring, and reporting these losses to accurately reflect production costs and inventory values. It is crucial for cost control and efficiency analysis. Spoilage can be classified as normal or abnormal, with the latter requiring special attention in financial reporting.

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