Food Storage (ID 2626)
The Food Storage category (ID 2626) within the Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining hierarchy is designed for products used specifically to preserve, organize, or keep food items. Using the numeric ID 2626 is the most efficient way to define this category in your product feed, ensuring Google correctly identifies your kitchenware items.
This category includes a wide range of vessels and organizers. Examples from the US market include airtight plastic and glass container sets, modular dry food storage canisters, stackable nesting food containers, and vintage-style plastic storage sets. These items are strictly intended for maintaining the freshness of food or organizing pantry supplies.
Items that do not belong in this category should be directed to neighboring categories. Do not place items like food and beverage carriers, cookware, bakeware, or specialized tools and utensils here. Furthermore, items categorized as Food Storage Accessories, such as specific container lids or organizers that are not the primary storage vessel themselves, should be mapped to their dedicated category. If you are selling prefabricated kitchen units, these belong to the Prefabricated Kitchens & Kitchenettes category.
Always opt for a more specific subcategory like Food Storage Containers, Cookie Jars, Bread Boxes & Bags, or Food Storage Bags whenever possible. Selecting a specific sub-level ensures better performance and relevance within the Google Shopping ecosystem.
In your feed, use either 2626 or Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Food Storage. While this attribute is optional, providing it prevents Google from misclassifying your items, which is essential as this attribute is distinct from the free-form product_type attribute.