After deductions for obsolescence amounting to SEK 4 million in 2008 and SEK 10 million in 2007, the total carrying value was distributed as follows.
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December 31, | |
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| SEK in millions | 2008 | 2007 |
| Goods for resale | 1,171 | 952 |
| Other inventories and expense incurred on construction contracts | 502 | 216 |
| Total | 1,673 | 1,168 |
Other inventories include purchased supplies that are mainly intended for use in constructing TeliaSonera's own installations and for repair and maintenance. Inventories carried at net realizable value totaled SEK 101 million in 2008 and SEK 31 million in 2007.