Sponges: version 1

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# Sponges <!--category-->

## Identity <!--identity-->
name: Sponges
gpc_code: 10005451
gpc_level: brick
parent: category/89020100
gpc_publication: 286 GPC as of May 2026
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## About <!--about-->
Includes any products that may be described/observed as primitive, sessile, mostly marine, water dwelling filter feeders that pump water through their matrix to filter out particulates of food matter. Sponges are among the simplest of animals. Includes products such as the Caribbean Red Sponge.

### Excludes

Excludes sponges found in the bathroom and used for self-cleansing, unless alive.
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