FreightUtils MCP Server

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SoapyRED2 months ago
17 free freight tools for AI agents — LDM/CBM/chargeable weight calculators, consignment calculator, pallet fitting, container capacity, ULD reference, vehicle types, ADR dangerous goods (2,939 entries), ADR exemption & LQ/EQ, HS codes (6,940), UK duty/VAT (live GOV.UK), INCOTERMS 2020, airlines (6,352), UN/LOCODE (116,129), unit converter, shipment summary. Free REST APIs + MCP server.
Overview

FreightUtils MCP Server

A Model Context Protocol server that gives AI agents access to 11 freight calculation and reference tools.

Tools

ToolDescription
cbm_calculatorCalculate cubic metres (CBM) for sea freight
chargeable_weight_calculatorAir freight chargeable weight (volumetric vs actual)
ldm_calculatorLoading metres for European road freight
adr_lookupDangerous goods lookup (ADR 2025, 2,939 entries)
adr_exemption_calculatorADR 1.1.3.6 small load exemption check
airline_lookupSearch 6,352 airlines by name, IATA/ICAO code, AWB prefix
container_lookupISO container specs and loading calculation
hs_code_lookupHarmonized System tariff codes (6,940 codes)
incoterms_lookupIncoterms 2020 trade rules
pallet_fitting_calculatorBox-on-pallet fitting with layers and rotation
unit_converterConvert between freight units (weight, volume, length)

Quick Start

Claude Desktop / Claude Code

Add to your MCP config (claude_desktop_config.json or .claude/settings.json):

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "freightutils": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["freightutils-mcp"]
    }
  }
}

Remote HTTP (URL-based)

If your MCP client supports remote servers:

https://www.freightutils.com/api/mcp

Examples

Once connected, your AI agent can:

  • "Calculate CBM for a box 120cm x 80cm x 100cm, 24 pieces"
  • "Look up UN 1203 in the ADR database"
  • "Check if 200L of petrol qualifies for ADR 1.1.3.6 exemption"
  • "Find the HS code for lithium batteries"
  • "What does FOB mean in shipping?"
  • "How many boxes 40x30x25cm fit on a euro pallet?"
  • "Calculate loading metres for 26 euro pallets on an artic trailer"

API

All tools call the free FreightUtils API. No API key required. Courtesy rate limit: 100 requests/day per IP.

License

MIT

Server Config

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "freightutils": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "freightutils-mcp"
      ]
    }
  }
}
Project Info
Created At
2 months ago
Updated At
2 months ago
Author Name
SoapyRED
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