Basis of Difference |
Trade Discount |
Cash Discount |
Meaning |
It is allowed when goods are purchased or sold. |
It is allowed at the time of payment. |
Recording in books |
It is recorded in the invoice/bill but not in the books. |
It is recorded in the discount column of the Cash Book’s debit side if allowed, and credit side, if received. |
Purpose |
It is allowed to increase sale. |
It is allowed for earlier payment. |
Deduction |
It is deducted from the price-list of the goods. |
It is not deducted from the price-list of the goods. |