AI Product Categorization for Ecommerce

Categorize thousands or millions of SKUs in a fraction of the time. Improve accuracy, consistency, and product discoverability across sales channels.

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What Our AI Product Categorization Tool Does

A smarter way to classify, tag, and organize your product catalog—accurately and at scale.

Automatically categorizes products at scale

Manually tagging thousands of SKUs is time-consuming and error-prone. Our AI processes your entire catalog in minutes, applying consistent, high-quality categorization across the board.

Adapts to custom and third-party taxonomies

Managing multiple taxonomies—internal structures, marketplaces, or PIM systems—can get messy fast. Our tool seamlessly adapts to any taxonomy you use, from Google Shopping to custom hierarchies.

Handles incomplete or ambiguous product data

Sparse, unclear, or inconsistent product details make categorization tricky. Our AI uses contextual understanding to make accurate decisions and enrich missing attributes where needed—ensuring every product is properly classified.

Step 1

Analyzes your product data

Our AI takes in your product data in your preferred format—CSV, PDF, or straight from your PIM system.

Works with structured or unstructured data, from PIMs, spreadsheets, and more.

Enriches product attributes required for categorization, from the web, supplier portals, and images.

Handles diverse data inputs and interprets them intelligently—regardless of format, structure, or source.

Upload product descriptions or integrate PIM with Hypotenuse AI.
Step 2

Categorizes products with precision

AI automatically places each product into the right category within your taxonomy—at scale and with consistent logic.

Assigns categories and subcategories using contextual understanding.

Optionally enriches listings with structured tags like style, material, or intended use.

Improves product structure for SEO, filters, and marketplace compliance.

Step 3

Syncs across systems and channels

Product categories stay consistent across all platforms—without tedious rework.

Maintains alignment across PIM, CMS, marketplaces, and internal tools.

Converts internal taxonomy into platform-specific formats.

Adapts automatically to catalog updates or taxonomy changes.

Benefits of AI Product Categorization

Drive efficiency, accuracy, and scalability across your product catalog with intelligent automation.

Speed up time to market

Launching new collections or onboarding supplier feeds can get delayed by slow, manual categorization. AI handles product classification at scale in minutes—so your team can go from product to market with minimal bottlenecks.

Greater accuracy and consistency

Manual tagging often leads to inconsistent categorization, especially across large teams or catalogs. AI applies a unified logic across every product, ensuring categories are accurate, repeatable, and aligned across platforms.

Boost product discovery and SEO

Poorly categorized products hurt search rankings and make it harder for customers to find what they need. AI ensures every item is placed in the right category and enriched with relevant attributes—boosting both on-site discovery and organic search performance.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hypotenuse AI’s Product Categorization

What is AI product categorization?

AI product categorization is the process of automatically assigning products to the correct category or subcategory using artificial intelligence. Instead of manually tagging each product, AI analyzes titles, descriptions, specifications, and other data to determine the most relevant placement within a product taxonomy—at scale and with high consistency.

What’s the difference between product categorization and product taxonomy?

Product taxonomy is the structure or hierarchy used to organize products—like departments, categories, and subcategories. Product categorization is the process of placing individual products into the right spot within that structure. In short: taxonomy is the framework, categorization is the action.

What are best practices for product categorization?

Some key best practices include:

  • Using a clear, hierarchical taxonomy that reflects how customers browse and search
  • Ensuring each product is assigned to only one primary category to avoid confusion
  • Maintaining consistent naming conventions and attribute usage
  • Regularly auditing categories to reflect new trends or product types

Can Hypotenuse AI’s product categorization integrate with my existing systems?

Yes. Hypotenuse AI integrates seamlessly with your existing workflows. You can connect via API, upload CSVs, or sync with ecommerce platforms and PIM systems. The tool is designed to adapt to your infrastructure—not the other way around.

Which industries does Hypotenuse AI’s product categorization support?

Hypotenuse AI is built to support a wide range of industries, especially those with large, complex catalogs. This includes fashion and apparel, home and living, industrial supplies, CPG, automotive, and more.

Whether you sell on your own site or across multiple marketplaces, the system is flexible enough to handle your industry-specific taxonomy and data needs.

Learn More About Product Categorization and Taxonomy

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Product Data Enrichment: Why It’s Essential for Ecommerce Success

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