Should I use the ID 7002 or the full category path in my feed?

You can use either one, as both are valid. Using the numeric ID 7002 is often preferred because it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors.

Can I use the product_type attribute instead of google_product_category?

No, they serve different purposes. The google_product_category is for Google's taxonomy, while product_type is a free-form field for your own internal categorization.

What if I accidentally put my contraceptive cases in the wrong category?

If you omit the category, Google will attempt to assign one automatically, but this can lead to poor classification. Always manually define the correct category to ensure accurate placement in search results.

Google product category

Contraceptive Cases

Category ID7002

Full path for the feedHealth & Beauty > Health Care > Contraceptive Cases

Product examples in this category (US market)

Real products found in Google Shopping, shown as examples.

Extra Condom Tin
Leopard Print Condom Carrying Case
Wooden Condom Holder Box
Condom Case World Cup
Condom Holder Discreet Travel Case
Condom Dispenser
JUST IN CASE Condom Compact
Leather Discreet Condom Case
Globe Condom Holder Case
MAKEUP Condom Holder Pu Leather
Condom Pouch
Dolce & Gabbana Chic Leather Condom Case
Covert Condom Container Case
Super Mario Condom Case
Rhino Condom Case

Understanding the Contraceptive Cases Category

The Contraceptive Cases category, identified by ID 7002, is found under Health & Beauty > Health Care. This classification is reserved specifically for containers designed to store and transport contraceptive items securely and discreetly.

Products that belong in this category include various portable holders designed for condoms or similar contraceptive supplies. Examples from the US market include compact carrying cases, discreet leather pouches, wooden or tin storage boxes, and specialized dispensers or holders designed for travel. These items serve as protective organizers rather than the medical products themselves.

Items that do not belong here should be mapped to more appropriate categories. Do not include actual prophylactic products, which belong in the Condoms category, or chemical substances like spermicides, which have their own category. Storage solutions for medical supplies or general items like pillboxes belong in their respective categories such as Pillboxes or First Aid. Accessories for monitoring health data belong in Biometric Monitor Accessories, not here.

There are no subcategories available for this classification; this is the most specific level in the taxonomy tree.

To include this in your feed, use either the ID 7002 or the full path: Health & Beauty > Health Care > Contraceptive Cases. Remember that while this attribute is optional, providing it prevents Google from miscategorizing your items. It does not replace the free-form product_type attribute, which you can use for your own internal organization. Always choose the most specific category possible to ensure that Google understands your product inventory correctly for your advertising campaigns.

Frequently asked questions

Should I use the ID 7002 or the full category path in my feed?: You can use either one, as both are valid. Using the numeric ID 7002 is often preferred because it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors.
Can I use the product_type attribute instead of google_product_category?: No, they serve different purposes. The google_product_category is for Google's taxonomy, while product_type is a free-form field for your own internal categorization.
What if I accidentally put my contraceptive cases in the wrong category?: If you omit the category, Google will attempt to assign one automatically, but this can lead to poor classification. Always manually define the correct category to ensure accurate placement in search results.

This category in other languages

ru: Красота и здоровье > Медицинские средства > Боксы для контрацептивов
uk: Краса та здоров'я > Медичні засоби > Бокси для контрацептивів