Understanding the Dowel Pins & Rods Category
The Dowel Pins & Rods category, identified by the numeric ID 7270, is part of the Hardware accessories taxonomy. It is intended for structural pins and rods used primarily for alignment, fastening, and joint reinforcement in woodworking or metalworking applications.
This category is designated for items designed to hold pieces together or maintain specific tolerances. Examples from the US market include:
- Fluted dowel pins used for wood joinery.
- Hardened steel or stainless steel dowel pins for industrial machinery.
- Spiral groove dowel pins.
- Internal threaded steel dowels.
- Precision ground metal rods and pins for alignment.
If your product falls into a neighbouring category, do not use 7270. For example, general Cabinet Hardware like knobs or hinges should be placed in their respective categories. Products like Chain, Wire & Rope or Drawer Slides also have dedicated categories. If a product serves primarily as a structural Bracket & Reinforcement Brace rather than a pin, it should be categorized accordingly to ensure Google applies the correct policy requirements.
Since there are no subcategories for this path, this is the most specific level available for these fasteners.
In your feed, use the attribute google_product_category. You can submit either the numeric 7270 or the full path Hardware > Hardware Accessories > Dowel Pins & Rods. While optional, providing this value prevents Google from miscategorizing your inventory through automated tools.