noun
imperfect product; defective item; discounted flawed goods
Refers to products sold at a discount because of minor defects, damage, or other reasons that prevent them from being sold as new or perfect. Often used in retail and online marketplaces.
See also: 訳あり商品
この訳あり品は箱が少し傷んでいるだけで、中身は新品です。
This imperfect product only has a slightly damaged box; the contents are brand new.
I found a bargain in the discounted flawed goods section.
Synonym with a slightly more formal or commercial tone; 商品 is a broader term for 'goods' or 'merchandise', while 品 is more concrete.
Refers specifically to 'B-grade' or second-quality items, often with known defects, whereas 訳あり品 can include items with unclear or minor reasons for discount.
Outlet goods, typically overstock or past-season items, not necessarily defective; 訳あり品 implies some flaw or reason for the discount.
Compound of 訳あり (wake-ari, 'having a reason/circumstance') + 品 (hin, 'goods'). The term implies that there is a reason (often a defect) for the discounted price.