This past year, the company I work for has had a bit of a cash flow problem. I took it upon myself to buy a few supplies out of my pocket. I was not reimbursed for these, and I don't use the said supplies in my job. They are used by co-workers. Can I count the cost of these supplies as a part of job expenses on my Itemized Deductions? Any information I need to know here is very appreciated!

you may be able to deduct your work-related expenses as an itemized deduction subject to 2% of agi on Form 1040, Sch A;you can deduct expenses aid or incurred during the current tax year;a necessary expense for your employment or business status;ordinary and necessary expenses related to routine business. You must keep records to prove the expenses you deduct.