# Shippo MCP for AI Agents AI Agent Connect

> Shippo MCP lets you manage your entire shipping operation through your AI client. You can compare rates across carriers, generate labels, and track packages without jumping between tabs. It handles the heavy lifting of logistics so you can focus on selling.

## Overview
- **Category:** industry-titans
- **Price:** Free
- **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_Cb9z5u2Hdax78cWnWXvJl00YMYPVDah5LkXEtOGp/ai-agent-connect
- **Tags:** shipping-rates, label-generation, multi-carrier, parcel-tracking, logistics-api, e-commerce-shipping

## Description

This Shippo MCP lets you take full control of your global shipping and logistics through a natural conversation with your AI agent. Instead of jumping between multiple carrier websites to find the best price, you can ask your agent to compare rates for any package instantly. It handles the tedious parts of fulfillment, like generating shipping labels and managing customs declarations, without you needing to leave your chat interface. Because Vinkius makes it simple to connect this to your existing tools, you're essentially giving your AI a dedicated logistics clerk. You can see your carrier manifests, check package statuses, and validate addresses as you work. It turns a multi-step manual process into a single command, making it easier to manage high-volume shipping without the headache of switching tabs. You can check if your connection is active, list your saved addresses, or pull up a history of your recent shipments to settle disputes with customers. It puts all your carrier accounts and customs items into one view, so you can focus on moving products rather than managing spreadsheets. Whether you are shipping a single order or a thousand, you get a consistent way to handle the logistics without the friction of manual data entry.

## Tools

### list_carrier_manifests
Pull up the daily manifests for your various carrier accounts. It gives you a clear overview of your daily shipping volume.

### list_recent_shipments
See a history of your most recent shipping requests and transactions. Use this to quickly reference past orders.

### check_api_health
Verify that your connection to the Shippo API is active and working correctly. This ensures your shipping tools stay online.

### create_and_validate_address
Add a new shipping address and confirm it's valid for delivery. This prevents delivery failures before they happen.

### create_shipment_get_rates
Compare real-time rates from different carriers for a specific shipment. It helps you find the most cost-effective way to ship.

### purchase_shipping_label
Buy a shipping label and generate the necessary documentation for a shipment. This makes it easy to get your orders out the door.

### track_package_status
Get the current location and estimated delivery date for a specific tracking number. It helps you provide accurate updates to your customers.

### list_saved_addresses
View all the shipping addresses you've previously saved in your Shippo profile. This saves you from retyping information for repeat customers.

### list_connected_carriers
See which shipping carriers are currently linked to your active Shippo account. Use this to manage your logistics partners in one place.

### list_customs_declarations
View your list of international shipping customs declarations. It keeps your international paperwork organized and accessible.

### list_customs_items
See the specific items included in your international customs filings. This is helpful for verifying what's in your overseas shipments.

### list_purchased_labels
Browse through all the shipping labels and transactions you've already bought. It helps you keep track of your total shipping costs.

## Prompt Examples

**Prompt:** 
```
What's the cheapest way to send a 5lb box to London?
```

**Response:** 
```
I've compared the rates for your 5lb package to London. Here are the best options from your connected carriers:

| Carrier | Estimated Price | Delivery Time |
|---|---|---|
| FedEx | $45.20 | 3-5 Business Days |
| UPS | $48.15 | 4-6 Business Days |
| USPS | $38.90 | 7-10 Business Days |

Would you like me to generate a label for the cheapest option?
```

**Prompt:** 
```
Give me the tracking status for package #XYZ123.
```

**Response:** 
```
I've retrieved the tracking info for package #XYZ123. 

* **Current Status:** In Transit
* **Last Location:** London, UK
* **Estimated Delivery:** Tomorrow, June 15th

Would you like to see the full milestone history?
```

**Prompt:** 
```
List my active carrier accounts.
```

**Response:** 
```
Retrieving your carrier accounts... You have 4 active accounts configured:

* FedEx
* UPS
* DHL
* USPS

Would you like to check the settings for any of them?
```

## Capabilities

### Compare shipping rates across multiple carriers
Get real-time pricing from various carriers for any shipment in one view.

### Generate and purchase shipping labels
Buy labels and get all necessary shipping documentation instantly through your agent.

### Get real-time package tracking
Retrieve the current location and estimated delivery date for any tracking number.

### Validate shipping addresses
Confirm that sender and recipient addresses are accurate before you book a shipment.

### Manage carrier accounts and customs
Keep your carrier connections and international customs declarations organized in one place.

## Use Cases

### Checking a customer's order status
A customer asks where their order is. You ask the agent to check the status using `track_package_status` to give them a real-time update.

### Finding the cheapest international shipping
You need to ship a heavy pallet to Canada. Use `create_shipment_get_rates` to find the cheapest carrier for that specific route.

### Bulk verifying new warehouse locations
You're moving to a new warehouse. Use `create_and_validate_address` to bulk-verify your new shipping locations before booking.

### Auditing past shipping costs
You need to audit last month's labels. Ask the agent to list all `list_purchased_labels` for a specific date range to check your spending.

## Benefits

- Stop manual rate hunting by using `create_shipment_get_rates` to see all carrier prices in one go.
- Print labels faster with `purchase_shipping_label` to get your orders out the door without extra clicks.
- Get instant answers on where is my stuff by using `track_package_status` for real-time updates.
- Prevent delivery failures by using `create_and_validate_address` to confirm the location before you ship.
- Keep your international shipments moving by managing customs with `list_customs_declarations`.
- Stay organized by pulling your `list_carrier_manifests` and `list_recent_shipments` into one view.

## How It Works

The bottom line is you get a hands-free way to handle global shipping logistics through natural conversation.

1. Connect your Shippo account by providing your API token in the Vinkius dashboard.
2. Ask your AI agent to perform tasks like finding rates, validating addresses, or printing labels.
3. Receive confirmed shipment data, labels, or tracking status directly in your chat interface.

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Can I use Shippo MCP to find the cheapest shipping rates?**
Yes, it pulls real-time pricing from all your connected carriers so you can choose the best rate for every package.

**How does Shippo MCP help with international shipping?**
It handles international customs declarations and address validation, making it much easier to ship products across borders.

**Can I print labels using this Connector?**
Yes, you can generate and purchase shipping labels directly through your AI agent to get orders out the door faster.

**Does Shippo MCP support multiple carriers?**
Yes, it connects to all your active carrier accounts so you can manage everything from one single interface.

**Can I track packages with Shippo MCP?**
Yes, you can get real-time tracking updates for any package just by providing the tracking number to your agent.

**Will Shippo MCP validate my shipping addresses?**
Yes, it checks if a shipping address is valid before you book a shipment, which helps prevent failed deliveries.

**Can my AI automatically find the tracking status for a package using only the carrier and tracking number?**
Yes! Use the `get_tracking` tool. Provide the carrier name (e.g., 'usps', 'fedex') and the tracking number, and your agent will return the real-time status and estimated delivery date.

**How do I compare shipping rates for a new shipment?**
Simply ask the agent to run the `create_shipment` action with the package details and addresses. It will retrieve and compare pricing from all configured carrier accounts.

**How do I find my Shippo API Token?**
Log in to your Shippo account, navigate to **Settings** > **API**, and you will find your unique Live or Test API Token there.