About the Sippy Cups Category
The Sippy Cups category, identified by ID 6950, belongs to the Google Product Taxonomy path: Baby & Toddler > Nursing & Feeding > Sippy Cups. This classification is the most specific level for items designed to help toddlers transition from nursing or bottle feeding to independent drinking.
Products That Belong Here
This category is intended for containers specifically engineered for toddlers to drink without spilling. Based on examples from the US market, this includes items such as:
- Straw cups with weighted or flexible straws.
- Soft or hard spout training cups for beginners.
- No-spill cups designed with spill-proof valves.
- Stainless steel or silicone-based training cups for infants and toddlers.
What Does Not Belong Here
Items that do not fit into this category should be placed in the appropriate neighbouring categories within the Nursing & Feeding hierarchy. Specifically:
- Standard baby bottles and bottle nipples go to Baby Bottles or Baby Bottle Nipples & Liners.
- Breast pumps, nursing pads, and milk storage containers belong in Breast Pumps or Breast Milk Storage Containers.
- Heating or sterilization equipment must be mapped to Bottle Warmers & Sterilizers.
- General feeding accessories like bibs or burp cloths should be placed in Bibs or Burp Cloths.
Feed Implementation
You can map your products using either the numeric ID 6950 or the full path string: Baby & Toddler > Nursing & Feeding > Sippy Cups. While this attribute is optional, providing the ID ensures Google applies the correct category, preventing misclassification and ensuring your products are treated with the correct internal policies for the nursing and feeding segment.