GERDAU S.A. | CIK:0001073404 | 3

  • Filed: 4/3/2018
  • Entity registrant name: GERDAU S.A. (CIK: 0001073404)
  • Generator: Merrill
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  • ifrs-full:DescriptionOfAccountingPolicyForMeasuringInventories

     

    2.4 — Inventories

     

    Inventories are measured at the lower of historical average cost of acquisition or production and net realizable value. The acquisition and production costs include transportation, storage and non-recoverable taxes.

     

    Net realizable value is the estimated sale price in the ordinary course of business less the estimated costs of completion and selling expenses directly related. Information regarding the allowance for adjustments to net realizable value is presented in note 6.