Category Overview: Hatches (ID: 2030)
The Hatches category, identified by ID 2030, sits within the Hardware > Building Materials branch of the Google product taxonomy. This category is designated for structural access panels and specialized door systems designed for integration into floors, roofs, or walls to allow entry for maintenance or equipment.
What Belongs in Hatches
This category is intended for professional building components. Examples from the US market include:
- Metal or aluminum roof access hatches for commercial building maintenance.
- Recessed floor doors and flush panels used in industrial flooring systems.
- Specialized marine access hatches for boat decks and compartments.
- Plastic or metal spring-loaded access panels for wall and duct maintenance.
What Belongs Elsewhere
Do not use this category for general structural elements or interior finishing products found in neighboring categories. Items such as standard entry doors or patio doors belong under Doors, while window-specific hardware belongs in Window Hardware. Decorative molding, wall paneling, or general building materials like siding and drywall must be categorized under their respective headings, such as Molding or Drywall. Hardware specifically for doors, like hinges or locks, should be placed in Door Hardware.
Feeding Requirements
You may provide either the numeric ID 2030 or the full path Hardware > Building Materials > Hatches. While this attribute is technically optional, defining it manually prevents Google from misclassifying your items, though it does not replace your internal product_type data.