Is it mandatory to use the numeric ID or the full path for Laminators?

You can use either the numeric ID 1625 or the full path text. Using the numeric ID is often preferred because it is language-independent.

Does the google_product_category replace my own product_type attribute?

No, product_type is a separate, free-form field for your internal organization. The google_product_category is strictly for Google’s taxonomy requirements.

What happens if I leave the category blank?

Google will attempt to assign a category automatically. However, this may lead to incorrect or overly broad classification, which can negatively impact your feed's performance.

Google product category

Laminators

Category ID1625

Full path for the feedOffice Supplies > Office Equipment > Laminators

Product examples in this category (US market)

Real products found in Google Shopping, shown as examples.

Scotch Thermal Laminator
Pen+Gear Letter Thermal Laminator
Fellowes Saturn 3i Laminator
GBC FUSION Laminator
Bonsaii A4 Laminator
Office Depot Brand Thermal Laminator
VEVOR Manual Cold Roll Laminator
Budget Wide Format Roll Laminator
Fellowes Spectra Laminator
Fellowes Venus Laminator
HP Laminator
GFP Compact Tabletop Cold Roll Laminator
United Thermal & Cold Laminator
Akiles ProLam-Ultra Laminator
GBC Thermal Roll Laminator

Understanding the Laminators Category

The category for Laminators is identified by the Google product taxonomy ID 1625 and falls under the full path Office Supplies > Office Equipment > Laminators. This category is designed for machines specifically used for applying a protective plastic film to documents and other materials.

What Belongs in This Category

This category is intended for various types of document lamination machinery. Based on examples from the US market, this includes:

Thermal laminators for letter or A4 sized paper.
Professional grade thermal and cold roll laminating machines.
Compact tabletop laminators for home or office use.
Wide format industrial laminating units.

What Does Not Belong Here

Do not place equipment that does not perform lamination in this category. Other office hardware belongs in their respective neighboring categories, such as Calculators, Label Makers, or Office Shredders. If you are selling devices like Time & Attendance Clocks, Postage Meters, or Typewriters, please categorize them under their specific designations within the Office Equipment tree. Similarly, tools for transcribing, such as Transcribers & Dictation Systems, or language-focused devices like Electronic Dictionaries & Translators must be separated into their own distinct categories to ensure accurate feed performance.

Subcategory Information

There are no subcategories for this item; this is the most specific level available in the taxonomy.

How to Use This in Your Feed

You can populate the google_product_category attribute with either the numeric ID 1625 or the full path string Office Supplies > Office Equipment > Laminators. While this attribute is optional, providing it ensures Google correctly classifies your inventory without relying on automated systems that may be imprecise.

Frequently asked questions

Is it mandatory to use the numeric ID or the full path for Laminators?: You can use either the numeric ID 1625 or the full path text. Using the numeric ID is often preferred because it is language-independent.
Does the google_product_category replace my own product_type attribute?: No, product_type is a separate, free-form field for your internal organization. The google_product_category is strictly for Google’s taxonomy requirements.
What happens if I leave the category blank?: Google will attempt to assign a category automatically. However, this may lead to incorrect or overly broad classification, which can negatively impact your feed's performance.

This category in other languages

ru: Канцелярские товары > Офисное оборудование > Ламинаторы
uk: Канцелярські товари > Офісне обладнання > Ламінатори