How to Use the NotCo MCP in Claude Code

Q: How do I add NotCo to Claude Code?

Use the command claude mcp add with the server URL. Once added, you can call the tools directly from your terminal session.

Q: Can Claude Code run NotCo jobs in CI/CD?

Yes. Since it is headless, you can include createformulation calls in your GitHub Actions or cron jobs to automate your R&D workflow.

Connect Claude Code to the NotCo MCP Server for headless formulation analysis in your terminal.

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Headless formulation in Claude Code

Pipe your R&D data directly through your terminal using standard commands. You can script the entire process by calling `list_formulations` followed by `analyze_nutrition` in a shell script. This allows you to integrate recipe validation into your existing CI/CD pipelines. It works where you work, without a GUI.

Bulk sensory testing via CLI

Run large batches of sensory tests across multiple formulations at once. Claude Code handles the loop, triggering `run_sensory_test` for every item in your list. It outputs the results to your terminal, which you can then pipe into other tools. This is ideal for high-volume data processing.

Direct access to NotCo molecular DB

Query ingredient profiles directly from the command line using `get_ingredient`. This gives you immediate access to the NotCo database for your backend scripts. It is perfect for SREs and developers who need to verify data without opening an editor. The server provides the exact molecular information you need.

Setup guide

Set up NotCo 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 notco-mcp with a green status indicator.
3

Start using tools

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

Terminal

claude mcp add --transport http notco-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 NotCo 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": {
    "notco-mcp": {
      "type": "url",
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about NotCo MCP in Claude Code

Use the command `claude mcp add` with the server URL. Once added, you can call the tools directly from your terminal session.

Yes. Since it is headless, you can include `create_formulation` calls in your GitHub Actions or cron jobs to automate your R&D workflow.

The data is processed in memory during the execution of your script. It is not persisted in the terminal history or local logs.

You provide an endpoint token when you set up the server. This token is used to sign all your requests to the NotCo API.

The connection is isolated. No other processes on your machine can access the sensitive nutritional profiles or formulation data being handled.

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