Should I use the ID or the full path for the google_product_category attribute?

You can use either one. The numeric ID 3358 is preferred because it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors.

Is it mandatory to provide a google_product_category for folding chairs?

The attribute is optional. However, if you omit it, Google will categorize the product automatically, which may be less accurate than your own classification.

Can I use the same category for camping chairs and formal wooden folding chairs?

Yes, both types belong under Folding Chairs & Stools as long as they feature a collapsible design, regardless of their specific material or intended use.

Google product category

Folding Chairs & Stools

Category ID3358

Full path for the feedFurniture > Chairs > Folding Chairs & Stools

Product examples in this category (US market)

Real products found in Google Shopping, shown as examples.

NPS Steel Folding Chair
Coleman Cooler Quad Folding Camping Chair
Coleman Mesh Folding Custom Logo Quad Chair
NPS Premium Vinyl Upholstered Double Hinge Folding Chair
Stakmore Slat Back Folding Chair
Peakform Resin Folding Chair
Winado Portable Plastic Folding Chair
All in Motion Basic Folding Outdoor Portable Camping Chair
Ubesgoo Padded Folding Chair
Flash Furniture Folding Chair
Flash Furniture HERCULES Wood/Vinyl Folding Chair
Costway Folding Fabric Padded Chair
Kijaro Dual Lock Portable Camping Chair
Stakmore Queen Anne Folding Chair
VINGLI Plastic Folding Chair

About Folding Chairs & Stools

The category Folding Chairs & Stools, identified by the unique Google product taxonomy ID 3358, is situated under the Furniture > Chairs branch. This classification is designed specifically for seating solutions engineered with collapsible or stackable mechanisms to save space when not in use.

What Belongs in This Category

This category includes a variety of portable and space-saving seating options found in the US market. Examples include:

Metal or steel folding chairs for events.
Padded vinyl or fabric folding chairs for home use.
Portable camping chairs with quad folding frames.
Resin or plastic folding chairs designed for utility.
Wooden folding chairs for indoor dining or extra seating.

What Does Not Belong

This category is strictly for folding units. Items that do not fold or serve a specific alternative purpose should be classified elsewhere. Specifically, avoid placing these items here:

Table & Bar Stools: Fixed-height stools used for counters.
Kitchen & Dining Room Chairs: Standard, non-collapsible chairs.
Bean Bag Chairs: Unstructured, filled seating.
Rocking Chairs: Seating designed specifically for motion.
Gaming Chairs: Ergonomic seats designed for PC or console gaming.

How to Use in Your Feed

You can use either the numeric ID 3358 or the full path Furniture > Chairs > Folding Chairs & Stools in your google_product_category attribute. While this attribute is optional, manual categorization is recommended to avoid Google's broad automatic assignments. Remember that product_type is a separate, free-form field for your internal organization and does not replace the formal taxonomy requirement for Google Merchant Center feeds.

Frequently asked questions

Should I use the ID or the full path for the google_product_category attribute?: You can use either one. The numeric ID 3358 is preferred because it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors.
Is it mandatory to provide a google_product_category for folding chairs?: The attribute is optional. However, if you omit it, Google will categorize the product automatically, which may be less accurate than your own classification.
Can I use the same category for camping chairs and formal wooden folding chairs?: Yes, both types belong under Folding Chairs & Stools as long as they feature a collapsible design, regardless of their specific material or intended use.

This category in other languages

ru: Мебель > Кресла и стулья > Складные стулья и табуретки
uk: Меблі > Крісла та стільці > Складані стільці та табуретки