Audio Accessories (ID 1420)
The Audio Accessories category, identified by ID 1420, is located within the Electronics > Audio branch of the Google product taxonomy. It serves as a specialized classification for secondary hardware used to support, connect, or enhance primary audio equipment.
What belongs in this category
This category is intended for cables, connectors, and physical support hardware that enable audio systems to function. Based on items found in the US market, this category includes:
- Audio interconnect cables like RCA, XLR, and TS/TRS cables.
- Digital audio cables such as Toslink optical cables.
- Coaxial cables used for audio and video signal transmission.
- Professional grade instrument and microphone patch cables.
- High-end speaker connection cables and bi-wire configurations.
What belongs elsewhere
Do not use this category for complete hardware units. Audio Players & Recorders, Audio Components, and Stage Equipment are distinct neighbouring categories. Products like full speakers, standalone microphones, or karaoke machines belong in their respective subcategories or specific neighbouring hardware categories rather than here. If you are selling a complete system, use the specific parent or sibling category instead of an accessory classification.
Choosing subcategories
Always select the most specific subcategory available, such as Microphone Accessories or Speaker Accessories, rather than the broad parent category to improve feed precision.
How to map the feed
Use either the ID 1420 or the full path Electronics > Audio > Audio Accessories in the google_product_category attribute. While this attribute is optional, providing it prevents Google from miscategorizing your items and ensures the correct feed data requirements are met for your products.