About the Hinges Category
The Hinges category, identified by ID 1771, falls under the path Hardware > Hardware Accessories > Hinges. This third-level taxonomy node is specifically designed for mechanical bearings that connect two solid objects, typically allowing only a limited angle of rotation between them.
What Belongs in This Category
This category is intended for hardware components used to attach doors, cabinets, and enclosures to frames. Examples from the US market include:
- Standard residential door hinges and squeak-free variants.
- Mortise and ball-bearing hinges for interior and exterior doors.
- Self-closing spring hinges used for storm doors or commercial applications.
- Wide throw hinges and specialized utility hinges with non-removable pins.
- Solid brass or stainless steel hinges for specific environmental requirements.
What Does Not Belong Here
Do not use this category for general cabinet hardware, which has its own specific classification. Additionally, exclude items that belong to neighboring categories such as Drawer Slides for sliding mechanisms, Brackets & Reinforcement Braces for structural support, or Hooks, Buckles & Fasteners for miscellaneous hardware items. If your product is a decorative cabinet knob or handle, ensure it is categorized under Cabinet Hardware rather than here.
Feed Implementation
In your Google Merchant Center feed, use either the ID 1771 or the full path Hardware > Hardware Accessories > Hinges. While the google_product_category attribute is optional, providing it manually ensures more accurate categorization than relying on Google’s automated system, which may sometimes misclassify specific hardware items as general building supplies.