How to Use the USITC DataWeb (International Trade Commission) MCP in Claude

Q: How do I check the structure of a table in Claude Desktop?

Just use listmetadatafields. It will list all field names for any given data table. You'll know exactly what columns are available before you query.

Q: Can I find out which classifications the USITC DataWeb (International Trade Commission) uses in Claude Desktop?

Yes, the listmetadatavalues tool lets you get a list of valid country codes or other fixed values. This is key for making sure your trade queries are correct.

Q: How do I query a large set of USITC DataWeb (International Trade Commission) data in Claude Desktop?

You need the querytradedata tool. It uses POST requests, which is how you send those huge filter sets that define your specific trade statistics.

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Find out what fields are available.

The `list_metadata_fields` tool shows you every field name for a specific table. It's quick and dirty—you see exactly what data points exist before writing a single query. This lets you check the schema first, saving you time when figuring out how to query USITC DataWeb (International Trade Commission) statistics.

See all available data tables.

Use `list_metadata_tables` to get a list of every data table in the server. It’s your index, pointing you toward the right dataset for imports or exports. Knowing the available tables helps you narrow down your search when querying USITC DataWeb (International Trade Commission) trade statistics.

Query complex trade reports.

The `query_trade_data` tool handles massive filter sets using a POST request. You can query imports, exports, and balances based on HS, SITC, or NAICS classifications. This direct access to US international trade statistics means you get live data results straight into your chat.

Setup guide

Set up USITC DataWeb (International Trade Commission) MCP in Claude Web or Desktop

1

Open Claude Settings

Go to claude.ai, click your profile icon, then navigate to Customize → Connectors.
2

Add Custom Connector

Click the "+" button and select Add custom connector. Paste your Vinkius endpoint URL: https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. For OAuth-protected servers, expand Advanced settings to add credentials.
3

Start a conversation

Open a new chat. The USITC DataWeb (International Trade Commission) MCP tools are available immediately — no restart needed.

Endpoint URL

https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

No configuration file needed — paste the URL directly in the Claude web interface.

Available on Free (1 connector), Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise plans.

Prerequisites

Claude Desktop installed (macOS or Windows)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open Claude Desktop Settings

Click the menu icon at the top-left corner, go to Settings → Developer → Edit Config. This opens claude_desktop_config.json in your default text editor.
2

Paste the USITC DataWeb (International Trade Commission) MCP configuration

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

Restart Claude Desktop

Close and reopen the application. Claude needs a full restart to load new MCPs — refreshing a conversation is not enough.
4

Verify the connection

Open a new conversation. Click the 🔌 icon at the bottom of the message input. You should see tools listed under usitc-dataweb-international-trade-commission-mcp.

json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "usitc-dataweb-international-trade-commission-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about USITC DataWeb (International Trade Commission) MCP in Claude Desktop

Just use `list_metadata_fields`. It will list all field names for any given data table. You'll know exactly what columns are available before you query.

Yes, the `list_metadata_values` tool lets you get a list of valid country codes or other fixed values. This is key for making sure your trade queries are correct.

The server handles international trade statistics, so you're dealing with import/export volumes and balances. The classifications used include HS, SITC, or NAICS.

You need the `query_trade_data` tool. It uses POST requests, which is how you send those huge filter sets that define your specific trade statistics.

The server touches public international trade classifications like HS, SITC, and NAICS. It reads existing metadata; it doesn't write or modify the underlying trade statistics.

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