### Question
How is the term nonmerchantable defined?


### Answer
The term **nonmerchantable** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 15855* as the following:

> that portion of the byproducts of preventive treatments that would not otherwise be used for higher value products

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 15855*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 149-NATIONAL ENERGY POLICY AND PROGRAMS > SUBCHAPTER II-RENEWABLE ENERGY > Part A-General Provisions**

