3D rendering of a melanocyte. Through a process called melanogenesis, these cells produce melanin, which is a pigment found in the skin, eyes, and hair. This melanogenesis leads to a long-lasting pigmentation, which is in contrast to the pigmentation that originates from oxidation of already-existing melanin.
Example 1. You spend $200 for a business-related meal. If $110 of that amount is not allowable because it is lavish and extravagant, the remaining $90 is subject to the 50% limit. Your deduction cannot be more than $45 (50% Ã $90).
You can deduct half of the cost of your meals, or if you donât want to keep a lot of records, you can base your deduction on the standard meal allowance for federal workers, which is $46 per day, as of tax year 2012.Special rates may apply for exceptionally expensive areas.f you take your own car, you can either deduct the standard federal mileage rate (55Â½ cents per mile, as of this writing in March of 2013), or you can deduct actual expenses. You can also deduct rental car fees.