Product testing expense

1- does product testing expense is capital expenditure or revenue?
2- expense related to event of launch of new products is revenue or capital expenditure?
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This discussion explores whether product testing expenses should be treated as capital or revenue expenditure. While often considered revenue, the nature of the product (new range vs. entirely new origin) can influence this. The user is seeking clarification on accounting standards like AS 26 or Ind AS, as these don't explicitly address this nuance, and is looking for guidance beyond the general research and development phases.

Most of the cases, both considered as revenue expenditures.

If product is new by range of products then testing exp can be considered Revenue & if the product is totally new by nature/origin then the expense can be capitalized.

AS 26 or Indas doesn't mention anything about new range or new origin. Can you help me with the standard Paras please.

I just know research and development phases 

Product testing expense refers to the costs a business incurs to evaluate a product’s quality, safety, performance, and compliance before it is released to the market Voopoo Argus P3 Pod Kit 30W. These expenses can include laboratory testing, prototype development, third-party certification fees, user trials, quality assurance staff time, and the tools or equipment needed to conduct tests.

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