1. A basic, standardized part or element used in the manufacturing or assembly of products, typically available in large quantities at market prices
The electronics manufacturer sources commodity components like resistors and capacitors from multiple suppliers.
O fabricante de eletrônicos adquire componentes de commodity como resistores e capacitores de múltiplos fornecedores.
2. An interchangeable raw material or part that lacks differentiation and is traded on open markets
Steel and aluminum are commodity components essential to the automotive industry.
Aço e alumínio são componentes de commodity essenciais para a indústria automotiva.