eBay Seller MCP Server for OpenAI Agents SDK 12 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
The OpenAI Agents SDK enables production-grade agent workflows in Python. Connect eBay Seller through Vinkius and your agents gain typed, auto-discovered tools with built-in guardrails. no manual schema definitions required.
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Vinkius supports streamable HTTP and SSE.
import asyncio
from agents import Agent, Runner
from agents.mcp import MCPServerStreamableHttp
async def main():
# Your Vinkius token. get it at cloud.vinkius.com
async with MCPServerStreamableHttp(
url="https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
) as mcp_server:
agent = Agent(
name="eBay Seller Assistant",
instructions=(
"You help users interact with eBay Seller. "
"You have access to 12 tools."
),
mcp_servers=[mcp_server],
)
result = await Runner.run(
agent, "List all available tools from eBay Seller"
)
print(result.final_output)
asyncio.run(main())
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About eBay Seller MCP Server
Connect eBay Seller to any AI agent via MCP.
How to Connect eBay Seller to OpenAI Agents SDK via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the eBay Seller MCP Server with OpenAI Agents SDK.
Install the SDK
Run pip install openai-agents in your Python environment
Replace the token
Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your Vinkius token from cloud.vinkius.com
Run the script
Save the code above and run it: python agent.py
Explore tools
The agent will automatically discover 12 tools from eBay Seller
Why Use OpenAI Agents SDK with the eBay Seller MCP Server
OpenAI Agents SDK provides unique advantages when paired with eBay Seller through the Model Context Protocol.
Native MCP integration via `MCPServerSse`, pass the URL and the SDK auto-discovers all tools with full type safety
Built-in guardrails, tracing, and handoff patterns let you build production-grade agents without reinventing safety infrastructure
Lightweight and composable: chain multiple agents and MCP servers in a single pipeline with minimal boilerplate
First-party OpenAI support ensures optimal compatibility with GPT models for tool calling and structured output
eBay Seller + OpenAI Agents SDK Use Cases
Practical scenarios where OpenAI Agents SDK combined with the eBay Seller MCP Server delivers measurable value.
Automated workflows: build agents that query eBay Seller, process the data, and trigger follow-up actions autonomously
Multi-agent orchestration: create specialist agents. one queries eBay Seller, another analyzes results, a third generates reports
Data enrichment pipelines: stream data through eBay Seller tools and transform it with OpenAI models in a single async loop
Customer support bots: agents query eBay Seller to resolve tickets, look up records, and update statuses without human intervention
eBay Seller MCP Tools for OpenAI Agents SDK (12)
These 12 tools become available when you connect eBay Seller to OpenAI Agents SDK via MCP:
create_listing
Requires SKU (from inventory), listing title, category ID, pricing, format (FIXED_PRICE or AUCTION), and return/shipping policies. Returns listingId for management. Use this to make your inventory products visible to buyers. Create a new eBay listing for an inventory item
delete_inventory
Note: you cannot delete inventory items that have active listings. Use this to clean up discontinued products. Delete an inventory item by SKU
delete_listing
If there are active bids (auction), this may violate eBay policies. For fixed-price, this simply removes the item from sale. Use this to quickly remove unwanted inventory from the marketplace. Delete/end an eBay listing
get_account_info
Use this to verify account status or display seller metrics. Get your eBay seller account information and feedback score
get_inventory_item
Use this to verify product details before updating or creating listings. Get detailed information for a specific inventory item by SKU
get_order_details
Use this to verify order contents before packing and shipping. Get detailed information for a specific order
get_orders
Optional filter parameter accepts criteria like "creationDate:[2024-01-01..2024-12-31]", "orderFulfillmentStatus:NOT_STARTED". Use this to manage order fulfillment pipeline. List recent orders with optional filtering
list_inventory
Each item includes SKU, title, condition, and available quantity. Use optional limit (default 50) and offset for pagination. Essential for reviewing stock levels. List all inventory items with SKUs, titles, and available quantities
list_listings
Each listing includes title, price, status, listing ID, and associated SKU. Use this to review what is currently live on eBay or recently ended. List active eBay listings for your store
ship_order
Updates buyer with shipping notification. Requires orderId, lineItemId, carrier name (e.g., "USPS", "FedEx", "UPS"), and tracking number. Use this to confirm shipment and complete the order cycle. Mark an order as shipped with carrier and tracking number
update_inventory
Requires SKU, title, condition, and product details (brand, MPN, UPC/EAN, description). Also updates stock quantity and pricing. Use this to manage your product catalog before listing items for sale. Update or create an inventory item with product details and stock quantity
update_listing
Note: certain fields cannot be changed once listing is active. Use this to adjust pricing or correct listing errors. Update an existing eBay listing (price, title, details)
Troubleshooting eBay Seller MCP Server with OpenAI Agents SDK
Common issues when connecting eBay Seller to OpenAI Agents SDK through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
MCPServerStreamableHttp not found
pip install --upgrade openai-agentsAgent not calling tools
eBay Seller + OpenAI Agents SDK FAQ
Common questions about integrating eBay Seller MCP Server with OpenAI Agents SDK.
How does the OpenAI Agents SDK connect to MCP?
MCPServerSse(url=...) to create a server connection. The SDK auto-discovers all tools and makes them available to your agent with full type information.Can I use multiple MCP servers in one agent?
MCPServerSse instances to the agent constructor. The agent can use tools from all connected servers within a single run.Does the SDK support streaming responses?
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Connect eBay Seller to OpenAI Agents SDK
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 12 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.