Should I use the ID 1202 or the full path for my feed?

Both are accepted by Google, but using the numeric ID 1202 is preferred as it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors.

Is it mandatory to include the google_product_category in my feed?

It is optional, but highly recommended. Providing it prevents Google from incorrectly categorizing your items or assigning them to a category that is too general.

Can I use product_type to categorize these items?

Yes, but product_type is a free-form attribute for your own classification. It does not replace the google_product_category, which is required for Google's internal taxonomy.

Google product category

Putty Knives & Scrapers

Category ID1202

Full path for the feedHardware > Tools > Putty Knives & Scrapers

Product examples in this category (US market)

Real products found in Google Shopping, shown as examples.

HYDE Folding Painters Tool
Ace Carbon Steel Flexible Wall Scraper
Vevor Drywall Knife Set
Do It Best Plastic Drywall Knife
Wzxpwt Double Color Handle Parget Knife Stainless Steel Caulking Tool
Putty Knife Flex
Husky Putty Knife with Flexible Stainless Steel Blade
Plastic Putty Knife
Creative Paint Flexible Putty Knife
Warner ProGrip Stiff Chiseled Putty Knife
WARNER Painter's Series Flex Putty Knife
Hyde Tools Black & Silver High Carbon Steel Stiff Putty Knives
Kraft Tools Hi-Craft Flex Joint Knife
Deximro Multi Use Painters Tool
Walboard Putty Knife

Putty Knives & Scrapers Category Overview

The Putty Knives & Scrapers category, identified by ID 1202, falls under Hardware > Tools. It is a specific classification designed for manual hand tools primarily used for surface preparation, smoothing, and applying materials like putty or joint compound.

This category includes a variety of manual tools used by painters, drywallers, and DIY enthusiasts. Examples found in the US market include:

Flexible and stiff carbon steel wall scrapers
Multi-use painter's tools for scraping and opening paint cans
Stainless steel drywall knives and joint knives
Plastic putty knives for delicate surfaces
Handheld pargeting or caulking tools

These tools are essential for removing paint, wallpaper, or residue and for creating smooth transitions in construction or renovation projects.

If your product is a power tool, it does not belong here; consider categories like Multifunction Power Tools or Grinders instead. Additionally, items meant for specific industrial tasks like Chimney Brushes or Pipe & Tube Cleaners have their own dedicated categories. If you are selling specialized cutting implements, ensure they are not better suited for Tool Knives or Cutters. This category is for manual hand tools only; automated or motorized versions of these functions should be mapped to the appropriate power tool categories within the Google taxonomy.

Since this is the most specific level in the taxonomy, no subcategories exist for this group. You can use the ID 1202 or the full path Hardware > Tools > Putty Knives & Scrapers in your feed. While this attribute is optional, providing it improves classification accuracy, as Google's automatic assignment can sometimes be too broad.

Frequently asked questions

Should I use the ID 1202 or the full path for my feed?: Both are accepted by Google, but using the numeric ID 1202 is preferred as it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors.
Is it mandatory to include the google_product_category in my feed?: It is optional, but highly recommended. Providing it prevents Google from incorrectly categorizing your items or assigning them to a category that is too general.
Can I use product_type to categorize these items?: Yes, but product_type is a free-form attribute for your own classification. It does not replace the google_product_category, which is required for Google's internal taxonomy.

This category in other languages

ru: Оборудование и технические изделия > Инструменты > Штапели и скребки
uk: Обладнання та технічні вироби > Інструменти > Шпателі та скребки