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

Q: How do I check available USITC DataWeb (International Trade Commission) tables using Windsurf?

Simply call listmetadatatables. This immediately returns the names of every data table stored in the server. Cascade processes this list first, letting you know your options before you write a single line of query code.

Q: Can Windsurf help me find valid country codes for USITC DataWeb (International Trade Commission)?

Yes, use listmetadatavalues. This tool pulls all recognized values—including country codes—that the server accepts. You run this to ensure your filters are correct before executing a large query.

Q: Does the MCP Server support large filter sets for USITC DataWeb (International Trade Commission) and Windsurf?

Yes. The querytradedata function uses a POST method, which is designed specifically to handle massive data payloads and detailed filtering criteria.

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Discovering USITC DataWeb (International Trade Commission) Tables

The `list_metadata_tables` tool shows you exactly what data tables the server has access to. It's your starting point; you see a list of all available datasets before writing any code. You can then use `list_metadata_fields` on a specific table name. This tells Cascade which columns are in that table, so it knows what metrics (like HS or NAICS) you can actually query.

Finding Valid Codes with USITC DataWeb (International Trade Commission)

`list_metadata_values` gives you a list of all valid country codes and other accepted values. If you're unsure what format to use for a filter, this tool tells you the rules. This is critical because using an invalid code will break your query. Cascade runs this first, guaranteeing that any subsequent data pull using `query_trade_data` won't fail on bad inputs.

Querying US Trade Statistics with Windsurf

The `query_trade_data` tool pulls actual international trade statistics. You pass in filters—like an HS code, SITC classification, or NAICS number—and the server returns detailed import and export numbers. Because it supports POST requests, you can load huge filter sets into this query without hitting size limits. Cascade handles all the back-and-forth to get you a complete data set.

Setup guide

Set up USITC DataWeb (International Trade Commission) MCP in Windsurf

Prerequisites

Windsurf IDE installed (macOS, Windows, or Linux)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP configuration

Click the Cascade assistant icon in the sidebar, then click the hammer icon (🔨) at the top of the panel. Select "Configure" to open ~/.codeium/windsurf/mcp_config.json.
2

Add the USITC DataWeb (International Trade Commission) 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

Refresh MCPs

Go back to the hammer icon (🔨) in Cascade and click "Refresh". Windsurf will detect the new server. No full restart is needed — the connection is hot-reloaded.
4

Verify in Cascade

Start a new Cascade conversation and ask something like "Show my USITC DataWeb (International Trade Commission) payment history." If connected, Cascade will call the USITC DataWeb (International Trade Commission) tools directly. You will see a green dot next to the server name in the MCP panel.

mcp_config.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 Windsurf

Simply call `list_metadata_tables`. This immediately returns the names of every data table stored in the server. Cascade processes this list first, letting you know your options before you write a single line of query code.

Yes, use `list_metadata_values`. This tool pulls all recognized values—including country codes—that the server accepts. You run this to ensure your filters are correct before executing a large query.

You can pull trade data using three main classification systems: HS, SITC, or NAICS. The `query_trade_data` tool accepts any of these identifiers in its filters.

Yes. The `query_trade_data` function uses a POST method, which is designed specifically to handle massive data payloads and detailed filtering criteria.

This server handles international trade statistics. It accesses structured records detailing imports, exports, and overall trade balances based on various classification codes.

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