Should I use the numeric ID or the full path for category 6171?

You can use either. The numeric ID 6171 is preferred because it is language-independent, but the full path is also perfectly acceptable in your feed.

Does this category require extra attributes like color or size?

No, specific attributes like size or color are generally required for apparel categories, not for office organization accessories like business card stands.

Can I use product_type to replace the google_product_category attribute?

No. The product_type attribute is for your own internal classification, while google_product_category is required for Google's official taxonomy system.

Google product category

Business Card Stands

Category ID6171

Full path for the feedOffice Supplies > Filing & Organization > Business Card Stands

Product examples in this category (US market)

Real products found in Google Shopping, shown as examples.

Tika Business Card Holder Case PU Leather Business Card Case
Chenhw Metal Mesh Business Card Holder Desktop Organizer
Azar Vertical Acrylic Business Card Holder
Kantek Acrylic Business Card Holder
Acrylic Business Card Holder
TRIBALSENSATION Metal Mesh Business Card Holder
Business Card Holder For Desk Rhinestone Business Card Holders
Sagasave Business Card Holder Name Card Case Display Stand
1intheoffice Business Card Holder Display Desk Business Card Holder
Sekonow Acrylic Business Card Holder Desk Clear Desktop Business Card Display Stand
Unique Bargains Desktop Countertop Plastic Business Name Card Holder Display Stand
Desktop 2-Tier 2-Slot Business Card Holder
Maxgear Acrylic Clear Business Card Holder
Black Metal Mesh Business Card Holder Desk Business Card Organizer
Acrylic Business Card Holder Desk Clear Horizontal Business Card Holders with Pen Slot

Understanding Category 6171: Business Card Stands

The Google Product Category 6171, classified as Office Supplies > Filing & Organization > Business Card Stands, is specifically for desktop or countertop displays intended to hold and organize business cards. This category is essential for ensuring your products are correctly indexed by Google’s algorithms, providing more accurate categorization than automated systems can achieve.

What Belongs in This Category

This category is for items primarily designed to hold business cards for display or easy access. Examples of products from the US market include:

Desktop and countertop business card stands made from acrylic or clear plastic.
Metal mesh or wire-frame business card organizers for office desks.
Decorative or specialized stands, such as those with rhinestone accents or professional PU leather cases.
Multi-tiered or multi-slot card display stands.
Horizontal business card holders that may feature integrated pen slots.

What Does Not Belong Here

Avoid placing items here if they belong to neighboring categories within the Filing & Organization group. Specifically, do not use this category for:

Card Files or Business Card Books, which are intended for storing large collections rather than displaying them.
Card Sleeves or individual protective cases for travel, which belong to Card Sleeves.
General Desk Organizers that hold a variety of office supplies beyond business cards.
Address Books or general Filing Folders.

These items should be mapped to their own specific paths within the Google taxonomy to ensure better visibility and search relevance.

Implementation in Your Feed

You can define this attribute in your feed using the numeric ID 6171 or the full path: Office Supplies > Filing & Organization > Business Card Stands. Remember that this attribute is optional, but providing the most specific category manually helps improve your ad targeting.

Frequently asked questions

Should I use the numeric ID or the full path for category 6171?: You can use either. The numeric ID 6171 is preferred because it is language-independent, but the full path is also perfectly acceptable in your feed.
Does this category require extra attributes like color or size?: No, specific attributes like size or color are generally required for apparel categories, not for office organization accessories like business card stands.
Can I use product_type to replace the google_product_category attribute?: No. The product_type attribute is for your own internal classification, while google_product_category is required for Google's official taxonomy system.

This category in other languages

ru: Канцелярские товары > Товары для хранения документов и архивов > Подставки для визиток
uk: Канцелярські товари > Товари для зберігання документів та архівів > Підставки для візиток