adj. Suitable for buying and selling; marketable. mer′chant·a·bil′i·ty n.

What merchantability means?

: of commercially acceptable quality : characterized by fitness for normal use, good quality, and accord with any statements or promises made on the packaging or label merchantable goods — see also implied warranty and warranty of merchantability at warranty sense 2a. Other Words from merchantable.

What is merchantability law?

Merchantable. Salable; of quality and type ordinarily acceptable among vendors and buyers. An item is deemed merchantable if it is reasonably fit for the ordinary purposes for which such products are manufactured and sold. ... In general, a seller or manufacturer is required by law to make products of merchantable quality.