Kassabonparen

Kassabonparen is a Dutch term used in retail and accounting to describe the pair of receipts produced at the point of sale. Typically, a kassabon consists of two copies: a customer copy and a merchant copy. In many POS systems the receipt is printed as a double sheet or as two connected copies, sometimes with a carbon layer, to provide a verifiable record for both parties.

Purpose and use: Kassabonparen facilitate transaction reconciliation, returns, refunds, and VAT accounting. The customer copy serves as proof of purchase for warranties, expense reimbursement, or for returns, while the merchant copy is used for cash register reconciliation, inventory control, and bookkeeping.

Content: A typical kassabon includes the store name and contact details, date and time, a list of purchased items with prices, subtotal, applicable taxes, total amount, payment method, and a receipt number. The paired copies ensure that both the customer and the business retain a consistent record of the transaction.

Formats and variations: Traditional kassabonparen are printed on paper, often with two parts or sheets. Modern systems commonly offer digital receipts in addition to or instead of paper copies, allowing customers to receive a copy by email or message and merchants to store digital records for accounting.

Regulatory context: Receipt issuance practices vary by country and jurisdiction. In many places, providing a receipt is required for tax, consumer protection, or warranty purposes, and kassabonparen serve as the documentary record of a sale.