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What Category Does Target Code As on American Express Blue Cash Preferred?

Answer: Target codes as Other Purchases category and earns 1% Cash Back USD

Target (USA) in-store purchases paid directly with card code as Other Purchases category on the American Express Blue Cash Preferred, earning 1% Cash Back USD.

Category

Other Purchases

Amount

$100

Rewards

1USD

Earning Rate

1% Cash Back

RetailerTarget
Credit CardBlue Cash Preferred
BankAmerican Express
Purchase TypeIn-Store
Paid ThroughCard
Retailer CountryUSA
Bank CountryUSA
Additional NotesTarget and Walmart are not considered supermarkets, making them ineligible for the bonus rewards.

Submitted on 2/20/2026