Is SureFire EP7 Sonic Defenders Ultra Earplugs NRR 24 HSA or FSA Eligible?

Hearing protection devices preventing noise-induced hearing loss qualify as medical supplies under IRS Publication 502.

The full list of qualified medical expenses is defined in IRS Publication 502, updated annually. The CARES Act of 2020 expanded eligibility to include all OTC medicines and menstrual care products.

1. Purchase SureFire EP7 Sonic Defenders Ultra Earplugs NRR 24 directly with your HSA or FSA debit card — no pre-approval needed.
2. Alternatively, pay out of pocket and submit the receipt for reimbursement through your plan's portal or app.
3. Keep your receipt. If your card is declined (auto-substantiation failure), you can manually submit the receipt.
4. Save receipts for 7 years in case of an IRS audit.