ListTuneeBay Required Item Specifics for Headphones
For a new or revised listing in Headphones (eBay category 112529), complete every field that eBay marks Required. Where eBay publishes a fixed selection set, the accepted values are listed below. Recommended specifics are not mandatory, but eBay uses applicable details for search matching and buyer filters.
Headphones taxonomy snapshot
- eBay category
- 112529
- Required fields
- 5
- Recommended fields
- 12
- Fields with value lists
- 3
For Headphones, collect Brand, Model, Type, Connectivity + 1 more before opening the listing form. Then check recommended fields such as Features, Wireless Technology, Form Factor, and Number of Earpieces when they apply to the item.
Required (5) — complete for a new or revised listing
- BrandCopy the exact identifier from the item, label, packaging, or manufacturer record. Provide the exact Brand for this Headphones item when the listing form requires it.
- ModelCopy the exact identifier from the item, label, packaging, or manufacturer record. Provide the exact Model for this Headphones item when the listing form requires it.
- TypeEnter a value you can verify from the item, its packaging, photos, or a reliable catalog record. Use an exact Type when known. eBay publishes examples such as Canal Earbud (In Ear Canal), Earbud (In Ear), Ear-Cup (Over the Ear).Accepted values include: Canal Earbud (In Ear Canal), Earbud (In Ear), Ear-Cup (Over the Ear), Ear-Pad (On the Ear)
- ConnectivityEnter a value you can verify from the item, its packaging, photos, or a reliable catalog record. Use an exact Connectivity when known. eBay publishes examples such as 2.5mm Jack, 3.5mm Jack, 6.35 mm (1/4 in).Accepted values include: 2.5mm Jack, 3.5mm Jack, 6.35 mm (1/4 in), Bluetooth, Lightning, Micro-USB, Not Applicable, Proprietary, USB, USB-C
- ColorCheck the item in neutral light and use the closest accurate taxonomy value. Use an exact Color when known. eBay publishes examples such as Beige, Black, Blue.Accepted values include: Beige, Black, Blue, Brown, Clear, Gold, Gray, Green, Multicolor, Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, Silver, White, Yellow
Recommended (12) — better search visibility
Features · Wireless Technology · Form Factor · Number of Earpieces · Country of Origin · Microphone Type · Suitable For · MPN · Unit Quantity · Unit Type · Charger Included · Device Charging Range
Source: eBay’s official US category taxonomy, retrieved 2026-06-18. Review eBay’s item-specifics guidance and the Taxonomy API method. Requirements can change, so confirm the live listing form before publishing.
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Headphones item specifics FAQ
What item specifics does eBay require for Headphones?
The current taxonomy snapshot marks Brand, Model, Type, Connectivity, and Color as required for Headphones. A missing required field can block a new listing or revision; confirm the live form because requirements can change after this snapshot.
Does eBay publish accepted values for these fields?
Where eBay publishes usable taxonomy values, this page shows them under the required field. Closed lists use “eBay accepts only”; open lists use “accepted values include” so sellers can tell the difference.
Are recommended specifics required?
No. Recommended specifics are not mandatory, but they help eBay understand the item and can improve search matching, filters, and buyer confidence.
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