What does "TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE" status next to an item mean? "Temporarily Unavailable" indicates some type of extraordinary delay in the ability to produce the item has resulted in an extended backorder. The item is not discontinued. Reasons for delays can be a difficulty in sourcing an ingredient, manufacturing facility production schedules, among others. Unfortunately we don't always know the cause of the delay, nor when it is expected to be resolved. As soon as stock arrives, the "Temporarily Unavailable" status will be removed and the product will be available for ordering.