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.
Business travel If you mixed business and pleasure on a trip last year, but the primary purpose of the trip was to transact business, you can deduct all the costs of your transportation, lodging and half of your meal expenses. But if the main purpose was personal, you canât deduct any of your travel costs.