Should I use the numeric ID or the full path for Decorative Bottles?

You can use either the numeric ID 6317 or the full path string. The ID is often preferred because it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors.

What is the difference between Decorative Bottles and Vases?

Decorative Bottles are categorized as aesthetic display pieces. If the primary intended use of the vessel is to hold floral arrangements, it should be mapped to the Vases category.

Is it mandatory to include the google_product_category in my feed?

The attribute is optional; Google will attempt to categorize products automatically. However, manual assignment is recommended to prevent classification errors.

Google product category

Decorative Bottles

Category ID6317

Full path for the feedHome & Garden > Decor > Decorative Bottles

Product examples in this category (US market)

Real products found in Google Shopping, shown as examples.

Ashland Glass Bottle with Cork Decorative Jar
Uttermost Arnav Matte Black Bottles
Beachcombers Glass Dk Ombre Tall Decorative Bottle
Uttermost Annabella Teal Glass Bottles
Decorative Glass Bottle with Resin Oyster Shaped Stopper
Mud Pie Glass Decorative Bottle
Short Tortoise Glass Apothecary Bottle
Uttermost Cessair Art Glass Bottles
Creative Co-Op Decorative Glass Bottle with Zinc Alloy Stopper
Global Views Spire Bottle
Mercana Troian Rattan Wrapped Glass Bottle
Chara Hammered Bottle
Seagrass Glass Bottle
Rosdorf Park Keigen Ceramic Decorative Bottle
Jamie Dietrich Agate Handmade Crystal Decorative Bottle

Understanding the Decorative Bottles Category

The Decorative Bottles category, identified by the ID 6317, belongs to the Home & Garden > Decor hierarchy. This classification is intended for items primarily used for aesthetic display rather than functional storage or utilitarian purposes.

Product Examples and Classification

Items in this category are designed for home styling. Examples from the US market include:

Glass apothecary jars and bottles featuring cork stoppers.
Art glass decorative bottles with artistic finishes or unique shapes.
Rattan-wrapped or hammered metal decorative bottles.
Ceramic vessels designed purely for display.
Handmade crystal bottles accented with decorative stoppers.

What Belongs Elsewhere

This category is specifically for decorative bottles. If your product has a different primary function, consider these alternatives:

Use Vases if the item is designed to hold live or dried flowers.
Use Decorative Jars if the product is meant for pantry storage or utility.
Use Home Fragrances if the bottle serves as a diffuser or scent vessel.
Use Piggy Banks & Money Jars if the item is specifically for coin collection.

Feed Implementation

To assign this category in your feed, use the numeric ID 6317 or the full path string: Home & Garden > Decor > Decorative Bottles. The attribute is optional but highly recommended to ensure Google categorizes your products accurately. Providing this value helps align your data with specific merchant policies, though it does not replace the merchant-defined product_type field.

Frequently asked questions

Should I use the numeric ID or the full path for Decorative Bottles?: You can use either the numeric ID 6317 or the full path string. The ID is often preferred because it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors.
What is the difference between Decorative Bottles and Vases?: Decorative Bottles are categorized as aesthetic display pieces. If the primary intended use of the vessel is to hold floral arrangements, it should be mapped to the Vases category.
Is it mandatory to include the google_product_category in my feed?: The attribute is optional; Google will attempt to categorize products automatically. However, manual assignment is recommended to prevent classification errors.

This category in other languages

ru: Дом и сад > Декоративные элементы > Декоративные бутылки
uk: Дім та сад > Декоративні елементи > Декоративні пляшки