Business & Industrial Product Categorization

The business and industrial vertical encompasses a vast range of products serving commercial, manufacturing, medical, and professional markets. From medical equipment and laboratory supplies to safety gear, janitorial products, and heavy machinery parts, B2B products require precise categorization that accounts for industry-specific terminology, compliance requirements, and professional use cases. Our AI-powered API automatically classifies business and industrial products into the correct taxonomy categories across all major B2B and general marketplaces.

Business and industrial categorization presents unique challenges due to the technical nature of products and the specialized vocabulary used across different industries. A "safety helmet" could be construction-grade, industrial, or medical depending on specifications. Laboratory equipment must be classified by scientific discipline and application. Medical supplies require understanding of healthcare terminology and device classifications. Our machine learning models understand these industry nuances, trained on millions of B2B product listings to deliver exceptional classification accuracy across all professional and industrial subcategories.

Whether you're operating a B2B wholesale platform, managing industrial supplies inventory, or running a medical equipment marketplace, our API handles the complexity of business and industrial taxonomy. We support automatic classification into Google Product Taxonomy, Amazon Business categories, Shopify Standard Product Taxonomy, and eBay Business & Industrial sections. The B2B vertical demands precision and professional terminology recognition, and our API delivers accurate classification that helps procurement professionals find exactly what they need.

Medical & Healthcare

Categorize medical equipment, healthcare supplies, diagnostic devices, patient care products, and medical consumables with compliance awareness.

Science & Laboratory

Classify lab equipment, scientific instruments, research supplies, chemicals, and laboratory consumables by discipline and application.

Safety & PPE

Automatic classification for personal protective equipment, work safety gear, industrial safety products, and compliance equipment.

Manufacturing & Industrial

Categorize manufacturing equipment, industrial machinery, automation components, and production supplies with technical precision.

Janitorial & Facilities

Classify cleaning supplies, janitorial equipment, facility maintenance products, and commercial cleaning chemicals.

Food Service

Categorize commercial kitchen equipment, food service supplies, restaurant equipment, and hospitality products.

Business & Industrial Taxonomy

Business and industrial products follow a complex taxonomy organized by industry sector, product function, and professional application. Our API understands B2B terminology and industry-specific classifications for accurate placement.

Category Hierarchy

Tier 2 Categories

API Integration

Integrate B2B product categorization with our RESTful API. Send product descriptions and receive accurate classifications across marketplace taxonomies.

Python
import requests

def categorize_industrial(product_description, api_key):
    base_url = "https://www.productcategorization.com/api/ecommerce/ecommerce_category6_get.php"
    params = {"query": product_description, "api_key": api_key, "data_type": "google"}
    response = requests.get(base_url, params=params)
    return response.json()

# Example: Categorize industrial safety equipment
result = categorize_industrial(
    "3M SecureFit Safety Glasses Anti-Fog ANSI Z87.1 Certified Clear Lens",
    "your_api_key_here"
)
print(f"Category: {result['category']}")
# Output: Business & Industrial > Work Safety > Safety Glasses
JavaScript
async function categorizeIndustrial(productDescription, apiKey) {
    const baseUrl = 'https://www.productcategorization.com/api/ecommerce/ecommerce_category6_get.php';
    const params = new URLSearchParams({query: productDescription, api_key: apiKey, data_type: 'google'});
    const response = await fetch(`${baseUrl}?${params}`);
    return response.json();
}

// Example: Categorize laboratory equipment
categorizeIndustrial('Thermo Scientific Centrifuge 24-Place Microcentrifuge', 'your_api_key')
    .then(result => console.log('Category:', result.category));
10M+
Products Categorized
99.2%
Accuracy Rate
5,574
Categories
200+
Languages

Try B2B Product Categorization

Enter a business or industrial product description to see our AI classify it across marketplace taxonomies.

Best Practices for B2B Categorization

Achieving optimal categorization for business and industrial products requires attention to technical specifications, industry standards, and professional terminology.

Include Industry Standards
Mention relevant certifications and standards: "ANSI Z87.1", "OSHA Compliant", "ISO 9001", "FDA Approved", "NIOSH Certified". Compliance information provides strong classification signals for safety and regulated products.
Specify Professional Application
Indicate the industry or professional use: "medical grade", "laboratory use", "food service", "industrial", "commercial". Application context helps distinguish between consumer and professional product categories.
Include Technical Specifications
Provide key technical details: capacity, voltage, dimensions, material composition. Technical specs help classify products accurately within equipment and machinery subcategories.
Mention Brand and Model
Include manufacturer and model numbers: "3M 6800", "Honeywell T4", "Rubbermaid BRUTE". B2B brands provide strong classification signals and help procurement professionals identify products.
Specify Quantity and Packaging
Include pack size and commercial packaging: "Case of 12", "Bulk Pack 100ct", "Pallet Quantity". Commercial packaging indicates B2B products and affects category placement.
Detail Material and Construction
Specify materials for durability claims: "stainless steel", "chemical resistant", "heavy-duty". Material specifications help classify products into appropriate industrial-grade subcategories.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of business and industrial products can your API categorize?
Our API categorizes all B2B and industrial products including medical equipment and supplies, laboratory instruments, safety and PPE gear, manufacturing equipment, janitorial supplies, food service equipment, construction materials, agricultural supplies, and commercial products across 25+ industry sectors with over 5,574 total categories.
How does the API handle medical and healthcare product categorization?
Our AI recognizes medical terminology, device classifications, and healthcare-specific vocabulary. We accurately categorize medical devices, diagnostic equipment, patient care supplies, and healthcare consumables, understanding the difference between consumer health products and professional medical equipment.
Can the API classify products for Amazon Business specifically?
Yes, our API supports Amazon Business categorization alongside standard Amazon categories. We understand B2B-specific attributes like bulk packaging, commercial applications, and professional-grade specifications that affect category placement on Amazon Business.
How accurate is categorization for specialized industrial equipment?
Specialized industrial equipment achieves 97%+ accuracy in our testing. The API recognizes industry-specific terminology, manufacturer part numbers, and technical specifications for accurate classification of machinery, components, and industrial supplies.
Does the API support safety certification recognition?
Yes, our API recognizes and considers safety certifications including ANSI, OSHA, NIOSH, UL, CE, ISO, and industry-specific compliance standards when classifying products. This helps ensure products appear in appropriate safety-certified subcategories.

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