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1. In accordance with the provisions on depreciation periods set out in the new income tax law, the depreciation period for production equipment is 10 years. 2. Depreciation can be calculated using the straight-line method” ； The residual value rate is 5%. 3. Annual depreciation amount = Original value of fixed assets * (1 – residual value rate) / Depreciation period. 4. Monthly depreciation entry: Debit: Manufacturing expenses – Depreciation expense; Credit: Accumulated depreciation. Regarding the question raised by the original poster, I checked relevant information and found that such equipment should be classified as fixed assets; therefore, the depreciation methods applicable to fixed assets should be used. The common accounting methods for calculating fixed asset depreciation include the straight-line method, the units-of-production method, the sum-of-the-years’-digits method, and the double-declining balance method. Once the depreciation method is determined, it cannot be changed arbitrarily. Additionally, I found information online regarding equipment depreciation that I’d like to share with you: the accelerated depreciation method should be used for calculating equipment depreciation expenses. Under the accelerated depreciation method, the sum-of-the-years'-digits method can be chosen. The depreciation rate for each year is calculated with the sum of the natural numbers representing the useful life n of the equipment as the denominator, and n minus 1 as the numerator. The depreciation period for large construction machinery is generally set at 5 years. The annual depreciation rates are 33%, 27%, 20%, 13%, and 7% in sequence, or they can be adjusted to 30%, 25%, 20%, 15%, and 10%. For commercial vehicles and transport vehicles, due to their high level of operational stress, rapid aging, and high risk of accidents, their depreciation period should be shorter; it can be set at 3 years. The depreciation rates should then be 50%, 33%, and 17%, or they can also be adjusted to 45%, 35%, and 20%.

Depreciation refers to the decline in the value of an asset. In both corporate accounting and national economic accounting, the term related to depreciation costs refers to the monetary estimate of the value of capital that is consumed during the period under consideration. In national income accounts, it is also referred to as a capital consumption allowance. Depreciation is the transfer value of fixed assets that is periodically recorded as an expense in the costs. After being used, the value of fixed assets gradually decreases due to wear and tear; this decrease is reflected in production costs, which in turn become part of the cost of products and period expenses. These costs are compensated for by the revenues generated. Annual depreciation amount = Original value of fixed assets * (1 – Residual value rate) / Depreciation period. Monthly depreciation amount = Annual depreciation amount / 12 months. Discussion on calculation methods: There are various methods for calculating depreciation. By using different methods, the depreciation expense for a particular accounting period may vary, which in turn affects the cost of products for that period as well as the book value of the fixed assets. Therefore, it is necessary to carefully select the appropriate depreciation method based on the specific circumstances. Within the same enterprise, different depreciation methods can be used depending on the purpose and performance of the fixed assets. 　　For example, the buildings of electronics manufacturing enterprises can use the straight-line method, just like those of other types of enterprises. However, for machinery and equipment such as electronic machinery, electronic instruments, meters, and associated computers, rapid advances in science and technology mean that to prevent them from becoming obsolete and resulting in losses due to the inability to recover their original value, it is appropriate to apply an accelerated depreciation method for accounting for their depreciation. Even for the same type of fixed asset, different depreciation methods can be considered depending on the way it is used. For example, for mechanical equipment that is used frequently in businesses, depreciation is calculated using the straight-line method, while for some machinery that is not used as often (such as large planers), methods such as the hours-of-service method or the output method can be employed. 1. The useful life method, also known as the straight-line method, is a technique for allocating the value of fixed assets evenly over their estimated useful life. In this method, with time on the horizontal axis and amount on the vertical axis, the cumulative depreciation is represented as an upward-sloping straight line on the graph; hence it is called the \"straight-line method\". 2. Unit-of-Work Method Depreciation expense refers to a method of calculating the depreciation of fixed assets based on a specified total amount of work done (such as total hours worked, total man-hours, or total distance traveled). This method is applied to the depreciation calculation of specialized production equipment and transportation equipment that are of great value, but not used frequently, have significant variations in production, and experience uneven wear. Depending on the purpose and characteristics of the equipment, depreciation can be calculated using various methods such as working hours, work shifts, or mileage traveled. 3. Accelerated Depreciation Method 　　(1) Sum of Years’ Digits Method: Also known as the total years method or age-based proportion method, it involves multiplying the total depreciation amount due by the ratio of the remaining useful years (including the current year) to the sum of all the years over which the asset can be used, to determine the depreciation expense for that year. 　　(2) Double-declining balance method: This refers to calculating the depreciation amount for each year based on the residual value of fixed assets at the beginning of that year and a double rate of straight-line depreciation without considering residual value. Depreciation expense – determination and accumulation The determination and accumulation of depreciation expense are one of the conditions for accurately calculating product costs. To carry out this task properly, in addition to selecting an appropriate depreciation method, it is also necessary to handle the following aspects well: 1. Correctly determine the scope and value of fixed assets subject to depreciation. In terms of the scope for which depreciation is applied, fixed assets in use by an enterprise, including those used for operational purposes, those not used for operations but still subject to depreciation, and leased fixed assets, should generally be subject to depreciation. The specific scope includes buildings and structures ； Machinery and equipment in use, instruments, and transportation vehicles ； Equipment taken out of service seasonally or for major repairs ； Fixed assets leased in through finance leases and leased out under operating leases. Fixed assets for which no depreciation is accrued include: unused or unnecessary machinery and equipment ； Fixed assets leased under an operating lease ； Fixed assets of construction projects before they are put into use ； Fixed assets that have been fully depreciated but are still in use ； Fixed assets scrapped ahead of schedule due to insufficient depreciation ； **Other fixed assets for which depreciation is not specified, such as land. 　　Based on the value of accumulated depreciation, depreciation should be calculated starting from the date when the fixed asset is put into use, and it should cease to be calculated from the date when it stops being used or its usage is reduced. For a single entity (enterprise or workshop) that is subject to depreciation, the basis for calculation is the original value of fixed assets at the beginning of the month. Therefore, fixed assets added during the month cannot be subject to depreciation in that same month, whereas fixed assets removed during the month have already had their depreciation calculated for that month. Therefore, when calculating depreciation, it is first necessary to determine whether the original value of all fixed assets subject to depreciation falls within those that are eligible for depreciation in the current period ； Secondly, it is necessary to check the original value of the assets for which depreciation is required, to ensure that there are no overstatements or omissions and that the valuation is accurate. 　　There are various types of fixed assets in a company, but not all of them require depreciation. Correctly determining the scope and value of fixed assets subject to depreciation is a prerequisite for accurately calculating depreciation expenses. 2. Reasonably estimate the useful life and net residual value of fixed assets. In order to calculate depreciation correctly, in addition to accurately determining the original cost of fixed assets, it is also important to determine their useful life. The length of this useful life has a direct impact on the amount of depreciation, which in turn affects the cost of products. 　　Due to the variety of fixed assets in enterprises and their different usage patterns, if evaluations of useful life and depreciation costs are carried out at the enterprise or workshop level, it is possible that fixed assets of the same type and with identical performance may have significantly different assessed useful lives. To ensure comparability of corporate costs, my company has established uniform rules regarding the depreciation periods, or useful life, of major fixed assets; these rules serve as the basis for companies to calculate depreciation. 　　In addition, when calculating depreciation, there are two further factors: residual value and disposal costs. These factors are also taken into account; generally, the net residual value (i.e., estimated residual value minus estimated disposal costs) is supposed to be between 3% and 5% according to regulations. A proper determination of these factors is an important prerequisite for correctly calculating depreciation. 　　The proper determination of the useful life, residual value, and disposal costs of fixed assets are all important prerequisites for correctly calculating depreciation. 3. Calculate depreciation using an appropriate depreciation rate. Theoretically, when calculating depreciation for a company’s fixed assets, this can be done using individual depreciation rates, category-based depreciation rates, or comprehensive depreciation rates. However, in practical work, it is necessary to selectively apply some of these methods on a conditional basis, based on actual circumstances; this is also an important factor for accurately calculating the costs and expenses of products. 　　The individual depreciation rate is the depreciation rate determined for each fixed asset. When calculating depreciation expenses using this depreciation rate, it is necessary to multiply the original value of each fixed asset by the depreciation rate to determine its depreciation expense individually; thereafter, the depreciation expenses for a given period are aggregated by category and for all the fixed assets within the enterprise. Using individual depreciation rates to calculate the aggregated depreciation expense yields relatively accurate results, but it requires a lot of work. To simplify accounting procedures, some companies use classified depreciation rates for calculations. 　　The classified depreciation rate is a method of determining depreciation rates based on the category of fixed assets. The use of classified depreciation rates involves grouping fixed assets of the same type that have roughly identical or similar conditions and usage patterns (such as useful life, estimated residual value, disposal costs, and operating hours), and determining their depreciation rates based on these groups. This is not much different from individual depreciation rates, but it can save effort. At present, most enterprises in our country use this depreciation rate for depreciation calculations. 　　The comprehensive depreciation rate refers to the use of the same depreciation rate for all fixed assets across an entire enterprise or department. This rate related to depreciation expenses is generally calculated based on historical data, by dividing the total amount of depreciation expenses incurred over time for all fixed assets of a company or department by the total original value of those fixed assets. When calculating the depreciation expense for each period, the total original cost of the fixed assets subject to depreciation is multiplied by the comprehensive depreciation rate to determine the depreciation expense for that respective period. Using this depreciation rate is convenient and requires less work, but in cases where the structure of fixed assets is complex and their usage conditions vary greatly, using a comprehensive depreciation rate to calculate depreciation expenses is relatively less accurate. In the past, our country once used such a depreciation rate uniformly across enterprises in a certain industry. 　　Fixed Asset Depreciation Calculation Table 4: Accumulation of Depreciation Costs by Workshop and Department. Since the various workshops in a company produce different components or products, and each department serves different clients and has distinct responsibilities, the machinery and equipment they possess also vary. Therefore, depreciation costs must be accumulated by workshop and department, so as to enable separate calculation of the cost expenses related to each product for those workshops and departments. 　　The collection of depreciation costs for workshops and departments is usually carried out in the form of a depreciation calculation sheet. Depreciation expense – allocation method: Since depreciation expense accounts for a small proportion of the cost of products, it is generally treated as an indirect expense and is included in the relevant comprehensive expenses based on its economic purpose and location of use. 　　For example, the depreciation expense of fixed assets used in the main production workshop should be recorded under the depreciation item in the manufacturing expenses sub-account ； The depreciation expense of fixed assets used in the auxiliary production workshops should be recorded in the relevant items of the auxiliary production expense sub-account ； The depreciation amount of fixed assets used by various departments in a company should be recorded under the depreciation expense item in the detailed accounts for administrative expenses ； The depreciation expense of fixed assets used by the sales department should be recorded in the relevant items of the detailed account for product sales expenses. 　　If a company produces only one type of product, all of its costs are borne by that product, and the cost items can be established based on the economic nature of those costs. In such cases, all costs are direct costs; therefore, depreciation expenses can be directly recorded under the \"Depreciation Expense\" cost item in the \"Production Costs\" sub-account. 　　For modern technology-intensive enterprises, the proportion of depreciation costs in product costs tends to increase. In such cases, depreciation expenses can also be shown as a separate cost item. If a company or workshop produces only one type of product, the depreciation expense can be directly recorded under the \"Depreciation Expense\" category in the detailed cost account for production costs. If the company or workshop produces multiple types of products, then the depreciation expense is allocated among these products based on the proportion of machine hours used, before being recorded in the detailed cost account for production costs. Accounting treatment for depreciation expenses: When purchasing fixed assets: Depreciation expense Debit: Fixed assets Credit: Bank deposit Starting from the following month, depreciation is recorded: Depreciation expense Debit: Administrative expenses/Manufacturing expenses/Operating expenses Credit: Accumulated depreciation In accordance with the provisions of enterprise accounting standards and regulations: 1. Enterprises should reasonably determine the expected useful life and expected net residual value of fixed assets based on their nature and mode of consumption. They should also select an appropriate depreciation method taking into account factors such as technological advancements, environmental conditions, and other relevant elements. Such determinations must be approved by the shareholders’ meeting or the board of directors, or by a management meeting or similar body, in accordance with the authority granted, in order to serve as the basis for calculating depreciation. At the same time, it shall be submitted to the relevant parties for record-keeping in accordance with laws and administrative regulations, and kept at the location of the enterprise for investors and other relevant parties to consult. The estimated useful life, estimated net residual value, and depreciation methods for relevant fixed assets have been determined by the enterprise and reported to external parties, or are kept at the location of the enterprise; once determined, these parameters cannot be changed arbitrarily. If a change is necessary, it must still follow the aforementioned procedures, be approved, and then reported to the relevant parties for record-keeping, along with an explanation provided in the notes to the financial statements. 2. The methods for depreciating fixed assets can include the straight-line method, the units-of-production method, the sum-of-the-years’-digits method, and the double-declining balance method. Once the depreciation method is determined, it cannot be changed arbitrarily. If we must point out any difference between industrial enterprises and commercial enterprises when calculating depreciation, it lies in the accounts to which the depreciation amount is recorded; that could be considered one difference. However, the basis for recording it in those accounts is the same. Industrial enterprises: Debit: Manufacturing expenses (fixed assets used in production workshops); Debit: Administrative expenses, etc. Credit: Accumulated depreciation. Commercial enterprises: Debit: Administrative expenses, etc. Credit: Accumulated depreciation. Attention should also be paid to the issue of allocating depreciation costs for equipment. The depreciation expense for equipment should be calculated using the accelerated depreciation method. Under the accelerated depreciation method, the sum-of-the-years'-digits method can be chosen. The depreciation rate for each year is calculated with the sum of the natural numbers representing the useful life n of the equipment as the denominator, and n minus 1 as the numerator. The depreciation period for large construction machinery is generally set at 5 years. The annual depreciation rates are 33%, 27%, 20%, 13%, and 7% in sequence, or they can be adjusted to 30%, 25%, 20%, 15%, and 10%. For commercial vehicles and transport vehicles, due to their high level of operational stress, rapid aging, and high risk of accidents, their depreciation period should be shorter; it can be set at 3 years. The depreciation rates should then be 50%, 33%, and 17%, or they can also be adjusted to 45%, 35%, and 20%.