serviceable goods
[ˈsɜːrvɪsəbəl ɡʊdz]
noun phrasepl: serviceable goods
bens de consumo duráveis; bens utilizáveis
1. Goods or products that are in good working condition and suitable for use or continued service
The refurbished electronics were deemed serviceable goods and resold at a discount.
Os eletrônicos restaurados foram considerados bens utilizáveis e revendidos com desconto.
2. In commerce and logistics, merchandise that can be repaired, maintained, or used despite minor wear or damage
The warehouse inventory included many serviceable goods that could be returned to stock after minor repairs.
O inventário do armazém incluía muitos bens que podiam ser devolvidos ao estoque após reparos menores.
3. Products that meet minimum quality standards for sale or distribution in commercial transactions
Insurance adjusters determined that the water-damaged furniture was still serviceable goods suitable for auction.
Os peritos de seguros determinaram que o móvel danificado pela água ainda era um bem de consumo adequado para leilão.
This term is commonly used in commercial law, insurance claims, and logistics industries in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, it appears frequently in auction houses, retail operations, and insurance documentation. The concept is important for determining product viability in secondary markets and warranty disputes.
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