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


### Answer
The term **commercial article** is defined in *10 U.S.C. § 4543* as the following:

> an article that is usable for a nondefense purpose

#### Citation:
  - *10 U.S.C. § 4543*
  - Heading: **Subtitle B-Army > PART IV-SERVICE, SUPPLY, AND PROCUREMENT > CHAPTER 433-PROCUREMENT**

