Should I use ID 6219 or the full text path in my Google Merchant Center feed?

You can use either, but the numeric ID 6219 is preferred because it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors.

What if my product is a chocolate-covered nut instead of fruit?

Chocolate-covered nuts should be categorized under Nuts & Seeds rather than the fruit category, as the primary ingredient determines the classification.

Does this category require specific attributes like size or color?

No, specific attributes like size, color, gender, or age_group are generally reserved for apparel and are not required for this food category.

Google product category

Candied & Chocolate Covered Fruit

Category ID6219

Full path for the feedFood, Beverages & Tobacco > Food Items > Candied & Chocolate Covered Fruit

Product examples in this category (US market)

Real products found in Google Shopping, shown as examples.

Compartes California Berries Dark Chocolate Bar
Cape Cod Cranberry Candy Milk Chocolate Covered Cranberries
Shari's Berries Gourmet Dipped Fancy Strawberries
Trader Joe’s Dark Chocolate Covered Powerberries
It's Delish Milk Chocolate Covered Dried Mango
Brookside Acai & Blueberry Flavors Dark Chocolate
Chocolate Covered Cherries
It's Delish Gourmet Chocolate Blueberries Mix Medley
Tante Frida Choco Fruits Whole Raspberries in White Chocolate
La Maison du Chocolat Fruit Naturally Gift Box
Hu Kitchen Goldenberry Chocolate Hunks

About Candied & Chocolate Covered Fruit (ID: 6219)

The Candied & Chocolate Covered Fruit category, identified by ID 6219, is part of the Food, Beverages & Tobacco > Food Items product tree. It is specifically reserved for fruit products that have been processed with sugar or coated in chocolate for consumption as a treat or snack.

Products Included

This category is intended for fruits that are essentially sweets. Based on examples from the US market, this includes items such as:

Chocolate-dipped fresh strawberries or berries.
Dried fruits fully coated in milk or dark chocolate.
Candied fruit pieces like cherries or citrus peels.
Bites of acai, blueberry, or goldenberry clusters encased in chocolate.

Exclusions and Alternative Categories

Do not place products here if they fall under neighboring categories. If you sell general snack mixes, crackers, or savory snacks, use Snack Foods. If the product is raw, dried, or frozen fruit without a sugary or chocolate coating, use Fruits & Vegetables. Plain chocolate bars, truffles, or loose candy pieces should be mapped to Candy & Chocolate. Furthermore, gift sets containing a variety of food items that go beyond just fruit, such as baskets featuring crackers and cheese, should be filed under Food Gift Baskets.

Implementation Details

In your feed, use either the ID 6219 or the full path Food, Beverages & Tobacco > Food Items > Candied & Chocolate Covered Fruit. While the attribute is optional, providing it ensures Google categorizes your items accurately, which helps avoid incorrect policy applications or general classification errors.

Frequently asked questions

Should I use ID 6219 or the full text path in my Google Merchant Center feed?: You can use either, but the numeric ID 6219 is preferred because it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors.
What if my product is a chocolate-covered nut instead of fruit?: Chocolate-covered nuts should be categorized under Nuts & Seeds rather than the fruit category, as the primary ingredient determines the classification.
Does this category require specific attributes like size or color?: No, specific attributes like size, color, gender, or age_group are generally reserved for apparel and are not required for this food category.

This category in other languages

ru: Продукты, напитки и табачные изделия > Пищевые продукты > Фрукты в сахарной и шоколадной глазури
uk: Продукти харчування, напої та тютюнові вироби > Харчові продукти > Фрукти в цукровій та шоколадній глазурі