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

You can use either the numeric ID 499893 or the full path string. The ID is often preferred as it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors.

Is it mandatory to fill out the google_product_category attribute?

The attribute is optional. However, if you omit it, Google will assign a category automatically, which may result in an incorrect or overly general classification.

Does my product_type attribute replace the google_product_category?

No. The product_type is a free-form field for your internal organization, while the google_product_category is a strict taxonomy requirement used by Google.

Google product category

Carbon Brushes

Category ID499893

Full path for the feedHardware > Power & Electrical Supplies > Carbon Brushes

Product examples in this category (US market)

Real products found in Google Shopping, shown as examples.

Carbon Brush Set Makita
Uxcell Carbon Brushes for Electric Motors
Repco Aftermarket Baldor Carbon Brush
Superior Electric Japanese Aftermarket Carbon Brush Set
Grivon Carbon Brushes Replacement for Electric Motors
Replacement Carbon Brushes For Global Industrial Pipe Threading Machine
Bosch Carbon Brush Set
Evolution Carbon Brushes
3M Carbon-Brush Set
Jandorf Carbon Brush
Vacuum Motor Carbon Brush for Ametek Lamb

Understanding Carbon Brushes (ID 499893)

The Carbon Brushes category, identified by ID 499893, falls under Hardware > Power & Electrical Supplies. This category is specifically designated for components that conduct electrical current between stationary wires and moving parts within various electric motors and industrial machines.

Products that belong in this category include replacement parts for motorized tools and appliances. Based on examples found in the US market, this covers carbon brush sets for electric motors, specific replacement brushes for pipe threading machines, and vacuum motor brushes for commercial equipment. These items are essential for maintaining the connectivity of rotary electrical devices.

Items that do not belong here must be placed in neighboring categories. For example, complete electric motors should be categorized under Electrical Motors. Parts specifically identified as armatures, rotors, or stators belong in their respective category. Additionally, if you are selling power converters, electrical switches, or circuit breaker panels, these must be mapped to their own specific segments within the Power & Electrical Supplies tree rather than this category.

Since this category is the most specific level in the Google taxonomy, there are no subcategories to choose from. Always aim to provide the most precise classification possible for your components.

To include this in your feed, use the numeric ID 499893 or the full path string: Hardware > Power & Electrical Supplies > Carbon Brushes. While the attribute is optional, providing it manually prevents Google from miscategorizing your parts, ensuring your feed remains accurate and optimized for your specific inventory items.

Frequently asked questions

Should I use the ID or the full path for the google_product_category attribute?: You can use either the numeric ID 499893 or the full path string. The ID is often preferred as it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors.
Is it mandatory to fill out the google_product_category attribute?: The attribute is optional. However, if you omit it, Google will assign a category automatically, which may result in an incorrect or overly general classification.
Does my product_type attribute replace the google_product_category?: No. The product_type is a free-form field for your internal organization, while the google_product_category is a strict taxonomy requirement used by Google.

This category in other languages

ru: Оборудование и технические изделия > Товары для систем электроснабжения > Угольные щётки
uk: Обладнання та технічні вироби > Товари для систем електропостачання > Вугільні щітки