The difference between the balance in Accounts Receivable and the balance in Allowance for Doubtful Accounts is called the net realizable value of the receivables.

Net Realizable Value

The estimated selling price of an item of inventory less any direct costs of disposal, such as sales commissions.

Allowance for Doubtful Accounts

A contra-asset account representing estimated uncollectible accounts receivable due to the customer's inability to pay.

Accounts Receivable

Money owed to a company by its customers for goods or services that have been delivered but not yet paid for.