Is it mandatory to include the google_product_category attribute?

It is optional, but highly recommended. Providing it prevents Google from miscategorizing your items and ensures the most relevant attributes are requested.

Should I use the ID or the full path in my feed?

Both are acceptable. The numeric ID is generally preferred because it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors.

Does this category require color or size attributes?

Google expects specific attributes like color and size primarily for apparel. Since these are industrial items, standard feed requirements apply.

Google product category

Hairdressing Capes & Neck Covers

Category ID505670

Full path for the feedBusiness & Industrial > Hairdressing & Cosmetology > Hairdressing Capes & Neck Covers

Product examples in this category (US market)

Real products found in Google Shopping, shown as examples.

Salon Care Styling Cape
Tekdeals Hair Cutting Cape
Framar Color Cover Cape
Salon Care Shampoo Cape
Salon Cape Multipurpose
Betty Dain Styling Cape
Stylecraft Barber Cape
Salon Cape Iridescent Silkarah Fabric
Scalpmaster Nylon Styling Cape
Hair Styling Capes with Elastic Hook
Waterproof Salon Cape In Matte Polyurethane
Dovacka Waterproof Hairdressing Cape
Salon Cape with Sleeves
Olivia Garden Kids Hairdressing Cape
Salonwear Waterproof Salon Cape

Category Overview

The Hairdressing Capes & Neck Covers category is identified by the numeric ID 505670 and falls under the Business & Industrial > Hairdressing & Cosmetology path. This classification is intended for professional salon accessories designed to protect clients during chemical or cutting treatments.

What Belongs Here

This category includes protective items used in professional beauty and barber environments. Based on examples from the US market, this category is appropriate for:

Waterproof salon capes made from polyurethane or nylon materials.
Specialized barber capes featuring elastic hooks or adjustable neck closures.
Multipurpose styling or shampoo capes designed for chemical applications.
Color-resistant hair cutting capes and capes with integrated sleeves for client comfort.
Kid-sized salon capes and iridescent protective covers for professional use.

What Does Not Belong Here

Do not place furniture or large equipment in this category. Salon Chairs and Pedicure Chairs are distinct items that belong to their own respective categories within the Hairdressing & Cosmetology tree. Ensure that miscellaneous store items or retail apparel not intended for salon protection are mapped to their correct specialized categories instead.

Feed Implementation

To classify your products, use the ID 505670 or the full path: Business & Industrial > Hairdressing & Cosmetology > Hairdressing Capes & Neck Covers. While the attribute is optional, providing the ID ensures Google applies the correct policies and attributes to your feed, as automatic categorization may be less precise for industrial equipment.

Frequently asked questions

Is it mandatory to include the google_product_category attribute?: It is optional, but highly recommended. Providing it prevents Google from miscategorizing your items and ensures the most relevant attributes are requested.
Should I use the ID or the full path in my feed?: Both are acceptable. The numeric ID is generally preferred because it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors.
Does this category require color or size attributes?: Google expects specific attributes like color and size primarily for apparel. Since these are industrial items, standard feed requirements apply.

This category in other languages

ru: Бизнес и промышленность > Парикмахерское дело и косметология > Парикмахерские накидки и воротнички
uk: Бізнес та промисловість > Перукарська справа та косметологія > Перукарські накидки та комірці