16. Inventories
|
As at 31-12-2025 |
As at 31-12-2024 |
|
|---|---|---|
|
Raw materials, consumables, technical materials, and packaging |
78.8 |
85.8 |
|
Work in progress |
16.2 |
23.9 |
|
Finished product |
152.2 |
156.0 |
|
Impairment provision |
-6.0 |
-7.6 |
|
Total |
241.2 |
258.1 |
In 2025, inventories of € 605.8 million (2024: € 671.4 million) were recognized as an expense during the year and included in cost of sales. During 2025, € 3.1 million (2024: € 5.3 million) was recognized as an expense for inventories carried at net realizable value. This is recognized in cost of sales.