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Can You Write Off Free Samples and Giveaways?
Short answer: Yes: products given away as samples are deducted at cost.
Contest prizes are deductible; winners may need a 1099-MISC.
Records to keep: Keep receipts or invoices, proof of payment, and a short note of the business purpose.
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Yes: products given away as samples are deducted at cost.
BizWriteOffs provides educational information only and is not tax, legal, or accounting advice. Deductibility depends on your specific facts and records. Consult a qualified tax professional.
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Yes: products given away as samples are deducted at cost. Contest prizes are deductible; winners may need a 1099-MISC.
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