### Question
How is the term commercial article defined?


### Answer
The term **commercial article** is defined in *10 U.S.C. § 7543* as the following:

> an article that is usable for a nondefense purpose

#### Citation:
  - *10 U.S.C. § 7543*
  - Heading: **Subtitle B-Army > PART IV-SERVICE, SUPPLY, AND PROCUREMENT > CHAPTER 763-PROCUREMENT**

