Valeric acid, or pentanoic acid, is a straight-chain alkyl carboxylic acid with the chemical formula C 5 H 10 O 2.Like other low-molecular-weight carboxylic acids, it has a very unpleasant odor.t is found naturally in the perennial flowering plant valerian (Valeriana officinalis), from which it gets its name. Its primary use is in the synthesis of its esters. Volatile esters of valeric acid tend to have pleasant odors and are used in perfumes and cosmetics.
Employers' Reimbursements. If your employer offers you a reimbursement plan for your business expenses, you must apply for reimbursement within a reasonable time, and you can only deduct the unreimbursed portion on your taxes.
Meal expenses when subject to âhours of serviceâ limits. You can deduct 80% of the cost of reimbursed meals your employees consume while away from their tax home on business during, or incident to, any period subject to the Department of Transportation's â hours of service â limits.f you reimburse these expenses under an accountable plan, deduct them as travel, meals, or entertainment expenses. If you reimburse these expenses under a nonaccountable plan, report the reimbursements as wages on Form W-2, Wage and Tax Statement, and deduct them as wages on the appropriate line of your tax return.