Tea & Infusions Category Overview
The Tea & Infusions category, identified by ID 2073, is located within the Google product taxonomy path: Food, Beverages & Tobacco > Beverages > Tea & Infusions. This category is designated for products intended for brewing or steeping as a beverage.
What Belongs in This Category
This category is specifically for leaf-based teas, herbal infusions, and maté products. Based on examples from the US market, this includes:
- Loose leaf black, green, and oolong teas, such as Dragonwell or Earl Grey.
- Herbal blends and tisanes, such as chamomile, peppermint, or fruit-flavored infusions.
- Spiced chai blends and specialized medicinal or wellness tea products.
- Maté and various dried botanical mixtures designed for hot or iced consumption.
What Does Not Belong Here
Products that do not fall under the strict definition of tea or herbal infusions should be placed in their respective neighbouring categories. Avoid placing the following items here:
- Liquid juices or fruit-flavored drinks (use Fruit Flavored Drinks).
- Instant powdered drink packets (use Powdered Beverage Mixes).
- Coffee beans or grounds (use Coffee).
- Prepared milk, non-dairy milk, or hot chocolate (use their respective categories like Milk or Hot Chocolate).
Since this category is the most specific level in the taxonomy, no further subcategories exist. When including this in your feed, you may use either the ID 2073 or the full string: Food, Beverages & Tobacco > Beverages > Tea & Infusions. Note that while this attribute is optional, setting it manually ensures Google categorizes your items accurately, which helps determine applicable policies and feed requirements.