Should I use the ID or the path for the google_product_category?

You can use either, but the numeric ID 6919 is preferred because it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors.

Is it mandatory to provide the google_product_category?

It is optional, but providing it is highly recommended to ensure your products are correctly indexed and visible to the right audience.

Can I use my own store categories instead of this taxonomy?

No, you must use the official Google product taxonomy for the google_product_category attribute; you can use your custom categories in the product_type field.

Google product category

Travel Bottles & Containers

Category ID6919

Full path for the feedLuggage & Bags > Luggage Accessories > Travel Bottles & Containers

Product examples in this category (US market)

Real products found in Google Shopping, shown as examples.

Protege Silicone Travel Bottles Set
Sonia Kashuk Travel Container Set
Gravel Travel Bottles For Liquids
Samsonite Travel Bottle Set
RIES The Essential Refillable Travel Container
Excello Silicone Travel Toiletry Bottle
Humangear GoToob+
Matador FlatPak Toiletry Bottle
Muji PE Bottle with Cap
Go Travel Squeeze It Trio
mumi refillable travel bottle
MYTAGALONGS Premium Travel Bottles
Coghlan's Silicone Travel Bottles
Eagle Creek Silicone Bottle Set
Aged&Ore Flight Bottles

Travel Bottles & Containers (ID: 6919)

The Google Product Category 6919, Travel Bottles & Containers, is located under Luggage & Bags > Luggage Accessories. This specific classification is designed for small, portable vessels intended for transporting toiletries and liquids during travel.

Products that belong here

This category is intended for items specifically engineered for the transit of personal care products. Examples found in the US market include:

Silicone toiletry bottles for shampoo or lotions
Refillable travel container sets
Squeezable liquid containers for carry-on luggage
Flight-compliant leak-proof travel bottles

These products are typically designed to be lightweight, leak-resistant, and sized according to common airline liquid restrictions, helping travelers organize their grooming essentials effectively within their larger luggage systems.

What does not belong here

Items meant for general organization or external luggage management do not belong in this category. Specifically, do not map these items here:

Packing Organizers: Containers or cubes meant for clothing or non-liquid items.
Travel Pouches: Small bags intended for holding various accessories.
Luggage Tags or Straps: Identification or security hardware for suitcases.
Dry Box Liners & Inserts: Protective internal shells for specialized electronics.

How to use this category in your feed

In your Google Merchant Center feed, you may use either the numeric ID 6919 or the full path string Luggage & Bags > Luggage Accessories > Travel Bottles & Containers. While the attribute is optional, assigning it manually prevents Google from miscategorizing your inventory. Note that product_type is an internal field and cannot replace this category, and unlike apparel, this category does not generally require specific size or gender attributes.

Frequently asked questions

Should I use the ID or the path for the google_product_category?: You can use either, but the numeric ID 6919 is preferred because it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors.
Is it mandatory to provide the google_product_category?: It is optional, but providing it is highly recommended to ensure your products are correctly indexed and visible to the right audience.
Can I use my own store categories instead of this taxonomy?: No, you must use the official Google product taxonomy for the google_product_category attribute; you can use your custom categories in the product_type field.

This category in other languages

ru: Багаж и сумки > Багажные принадлежности > Дорожные бутылки и контейнеры
uk: Багаж та сумки > Багажне приладдя > Дорожні пляшки та контейнери