How to Use the Metrc MCP in Claude Code

Q: How do I add the Metrc MCP Server to Claude Code?

Use the terminal command claude mcp add followed by the server URL. Once added, verify the connection with claude mcp list to ensure all tools are active.

Q: How is my Metrc API key protected in Claude Code?

Your keys are stored in your local /.claude.json file. Claude Code uses them only to authenticate your requests directly with the API.

Run the Metrc MCP Server in your terminal with Claude Code for headless inventory automation and pipeline integration.

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Headless Metrc data extraction

Claude Code pipes `list_active_packages` output directly into your terminal logs. This allows you to integrate real-time inventory checks into your CI/CD scripts. Use this to trigger alerts when package counts drop below thresholds. The tool returns structured data, making it easy to parse with standard shell utilities.

Automated transfer and sales monitoring

Execute `list_incoming_transfers` and `list_active_sales` via CLI to monitor supply chain movement. Claude Code manages the request flow, ensuring you stay within API rate limits. This is ideal for automated nightly audits. You can pipe the results into a file for compliance reporting without needing a GUI.

Terminal-based facility management

Manage your facilities using `list_facilities` as part of your deployment scripts. Claude Code confirms your environment is correct before running destructive or high-volume updates. It verifies `get_unit_of_measures` at the start of your workflow. This ensures consistency across all your automated inventory tasks.

Setup guide

Set up Metrc MCP in Claude Code

Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed (npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Run the add command

Open your terminal and run the command shown on the right. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com. Use --scope user to make it available across all projects.
2

Verify the connection

Start a Claude Code session and type /mcp to list connected servers. You should see metrc-mcp with a green status indicator.
3

Start using tools

Ask Claude Code something like "Check my latest Metrc transactions." It will automatically discover and invoke the available Metrc tools.

Terminal

claude mcp add --transport http metrc-mcp https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

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Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open the config file

Create or edit .mcp.json in your project root for project-level scope, or ~/.claude.json for user-level scope.
2

Add the Metrc MCP

Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Code

Start a new Claude Code session. Type /mcp to confirm the server is connected. The tools will be automatically available in your conversation.

.mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "metrc-mcp": {
      "type": "url",
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Metrc MCP in Claude Code

Use the terminal command `claude mcp add` followed by the server URL. Once added, verify the connection with `claude mcp list` to ensure all tools are active.

Yes. You can script calls to the server and execute them via cron. Claude Code handles the headless authentication and returns the data to your standard output.

It works perfectly in containers. Just ensure your API keys are passed as environment variables, and the server will execute your commands as expected.

Your keys are stored in your local `~/.claude.json` file. Claude Code uses them only to authenticate your requests directly with the API.

All data transit occurs over encrypted channels. Since Claude Code runs locally on your machine, your inventory records remain protected by your system's existing security protocols.

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