Is it mandatory to include the google_product_category in my feed?

No, this attribute is optional. However, providing it ensures Google categorizes your products correctly rather than relying on automated guesses that may be incorrect.

Can I use the product_type attribute instead of the google_product_category?

No, product_type is a free-form attribute for your internal classification. Google requires the google_product_category to align your items with their specific taxonomy.

Should I use the ID or the full path for this category?

You can use either. Using the ID 2243 is often preferred because it is language-independent and less prone to errors during the upload process.

Google product category

Water Levelers

Category ID2243

Full path for the feedHardware > Plumbing > Water Levelers

Product examples in this category (US market)

Real products found in Google Shopping, shown as examples.

Rola-Chem Tube Coupling Pool Water Leveler
Paramount Paralevel Start Up Kit Replacement Pool Part
CMP Water Leveler Lid Cover
Pentair Autofill with Side Mounted Float Valve
Custom Molded Products Collar Water Leveler
Paramount ParaLevel Adjustable Fill Valve
Senrise Liquid Water Level Sensor Float Switch
Top Inlet Water Float Valve Automatic Water Level Control Valve
Automatic Water Level Controller Float Valve
CMP Water Leveler Auto Fill Float Valve
Zuomeng Wireless Pool Water Level Control
SuperPro Inground Automatic Water Leveler Lid
A & A Quik Water Leveler
WaterLev Fountain Water Level System
Savio Waterfall Well Auto Fill Kit

Category Overview: Water Levelers (ID 2243)

The Water Levelers category, identified by ID 2243, is specifically designated for plumbing equipment designed to maintain or regulate water levels automatically. This category exists within the path Hardware > Plumbing > Water Levelers and is positioned as a third-level node within the official Google product taxonomy.

What Belongs in This Category

This category is intended for devices and hardware components used to monitor, fill, and stabilize water levels in pools, fountains, and other reservoir systems. Examples of products found in the US market include:

Automatic fill valves and floating control devices.
Pool water leveler lid covers and protective housings.
Electronic or mechanical water level sensors and float switches.
System kits designed for auto-fill functionality in waterfalls or inground pools.
Replacement parts specific to the mechanical operation of water leveling hardware.

What Belongs Elsewhere

Do not place general plumbing repair items, such as generic seals or basic fasteners, in this category; use Plumbing Repair Kits instead. If you are selling plumbing pipes, hoses, or supply lines, use those specific categories even if they relate to water systems. Items like water timers belong in the Water Timers category, while broad fixtures should be mapped to Plumbing Fixtures. Products that are strictly for water filtration or dispensing must be placed in Water Dispensing & Filtration.

Using This Category in Your Feed

You can populate the google_product_category attribute using either the ID 2243 or the full string: Hardware > Plumbing > Water Levelers. While this field is optional, providing the ID ensures Google applies the correct category, preventing misclassification and potential performance issues.

Frequently asked questions

Is it mandatory to include the google_product_category in my feed?: No, this attribute is optional. However, providing it ensures Google categorizes your products correctly rather than relying on automated guesses that may be incorrect.
Can I use the product_type attribute instead of the google_product_category?: No, product_type is a free-form attribute for your internal classification. Google requires the google_product_category to align your items with their specific taxonomy.
Should I use the ID or the full path for this category?: You can use either. Using the ID 2243 is often preferred because it is language-independent and less prone to errors during the upload process.

This category in other languages

ru: Оборудование и технические изделия > Товары для систем водоснабжения и канализации > Регуляторы уровня воды
uk: Обладнання та технічні вироби > Товари для систем водопостачання та каналізації > Регулятори рівня води