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What are Business Expenses

Promotional Materials - Not Considered Business Gifts

You can deduct the cost of samples you give to your customers and the cost of promotional items such as posters. You cannot deduct the cost of any samples you use personally.

Important References:

Schedule C (Form 1040)   Profit or Loss from Business
Instructions for Schedule C (Form 1040)