# Product Material This guide will explain how to accurately provide material information for your products when uploading via Excel templates to the Seller Center. Each product category has a unique Excel template, and understanding the nuances of material fields is important for a successful upload. ## General Rules for Material Specification Mandatory Material Composition: You must always specify the material composition for your products. ### Material Component Requirements by Category * **Lined Bags and Backpacks:** A minimum of two different material components (=clusters) are required. Percentage values are not added for non-textile categories. * **Shoes:** Three components (=clusters) are required: outer material, inner material, and sole material. * **Lined jackets:** Two components are required: outer material and inner material. * **Other Accessories:** Only the material needs to be specified. Percentage information is generally not required for accessories. ### Approved Material Lists: All materials must comply with the About You approved materials list. This list can be found in Column E - Material Composition Materials of the "Product Feature Information" tab within your specific category's Excel template. Ensure you use the exact spelling provided in this list. ### "Other Material" Option: If a material is not explicitly listed in Column E - Material Composition Materials of the "Product Feature Information" tab, you can select "Other material." However, "Other material" should not exceed 15% of the total composition where percentages are required. ### Understanding Material-Related Excel Fields: It's important to distinguish between the various material-related columns in the Excel templates. The exact column letter may vary slightly by category, but the descriptions remain consistent. ### Material Composition Materials (e.g., "Product Feature Information" tab, Column E): This column lists all the acceptable specific material types (e.g., "Cotton," "Polyester," "Leather," "Gold"). You must select materials from this list and use the exact spelling. ### Material Composition Clusters (e.g., "Product Feature Information" tab, Column D): This column provides broader categories or clusters for material components (e.g., "Material," "Outer Material," "Lining," "Sole"). You will use these clusters to group your specific materials. ### Material Composition (1952) (Non-Textile) / Material Composition (1797) (Textile) (e.g., "List Your Products Here" tab, Column T or U): This is the primary column where you will enter the detailed material breakdown. The specific column name might vary depending on whether the product is textile or non-textile, and the category. * **For textile products:** this column is named "Material Composition (1797) (Textile)" and requires percentage values. * **For non-textile products:** this column is named "Material Composition (1952) (Non-Textile)" and does not require percentage values. ### How to add the Materials in Excel: #### Check the "Material Composition" column (tab "List Your Products Here"). Adding the materials in this column in a certain way is critical for product upload. 1. **Always specify a Material Component=Cluster:** Before indicating the material, you must specify the relevant cluster from the "Material Composition Clusters" list (Column D in the "Product Feature Information" tab). Do not use the generic word "Composition." If you only have one material component, "Material:" would be recommended. 2. **Use Approved Materials and Exact Spelling:** Ensure that you only use materials listed in Column E of the "Product Feature Information" tab and use the exact spelling provided. 3. Combine Component=Cluster and Material Entries: You need to combine both the material cluster and the specific material entries. 4. **New Line for Each Component=Cluster:** If your product consists of multiple material components (e.g., outer and inner material), each material component must be entered on a new line within the same cell. Examples: * Format for Textile Products (with percentages)\ `[cluster1]: [material]=[fraction]; [material2]=[fraction2];`\ `[cluster2]: [material]=[fraction]; [material2]=[fraction2];`\ \ `Material: Textile=70; Polyester=20; Polyester=10;`\ `Lining: Silk=100` * Format for Non-Textile Products (without percentages)\ `[cluster]: [material]; [material2]`\ `Material: Leather; Gold` ### Key Takeaways for Material Entry: Consult "Product Feature Information" Tab: Always refer to Column D (Material Composition Clusters) and Column E (Material Composition Materials) in the "Product Feature Information" tab of your specific category's template for allowed values and exact spelling. Accurate Column Selection: Pay close attention to the specific "Material Composition" column required for your product type (textile vs. non-textile) as they have different formatting requirements. New Line for Each Cluster: For products with multiple material components (clusters), ensure each cluster begins on a new line within the same cell in the "Material Composition" column. Dropdown Menus: Utilize the dropdown menus in the "Material (Multiselect)" columns whenever possible. By following these guidelines, you can ensure accurate and compliant material information uploads, leading to a smoother product listing process on About You. If you encounter any additional challenges or have specific questions not covered here, please reach out to for support.