Yes, Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) products can be tax deductible as job-related expenses.
1. Select "Federal Taxes" at the top of the page
2. Select the "Deductions & Credits" sub-tab
3. Scroll down to "Employment Expenses" and select "Show More"
4. Select "Start" next to "Job-Related Expenses"
5. Enter your occupation
6. When you get to the screen titled "Job-Related Expenses" enter the description and amount that you spent on PPE.
Tip: Be sure to save your receipts. If the IRS asks any questions, receipts provide proof that you spent the money on the PPE you are claiming a deduction for.
