Understanding Feminine Sanitary Supplies (ID 485)
The Feminine Sanitary Supplies category, identified by ID 485, covers essential products designed for menstrual care, intimate hygiene, and feminine health. It sits within the Health & Beauty > Personal Care branch of the Google product taxonomy.
What Belongs in This Category
This category is specifically for products that manage menstrual cycles or provide feminine hygiene. Examples from the US market include:
- Menstrual protection items such as sanitary pads, protectors, tampons, and menstrual cups or discs.
- Intimate hygiene products including feminine cleansing washes, wipes, and odor-eliminating gels.
- Specialized items like douches and feminine creams intended for sensitive intimate care.
What Does Not Belong Here
Avoid placing items here that fall under neighbouring categories within Personal Care. This includes cosmetics, oral care products, shaving and grooming supplies, or general personal lubricants that are not specific to feminine hygiene. If a product is for general body cleansing or skincare, it should be categorized under the appropriate department, such as Cosmetics or Personal Care, rather than this specialized section.
Choosing Subcategories
For better precision, use the specific subcategories provided, such as Feminine Pads & Protectors, Tampons, Feminine Douches & Creams, Feminine Deodorant, or Menstrual Cups, if your product fits one of these exclusively.
Implementation in Your Feed
Use the numeric ID 485 or the full path string Health & Beauty > Personal Care > Feminine Sanitary Supplies. While optional, providing this category helps Google correctly classify your items and avoids the errors associated with automated categorization.