FreightUtils MCP Server

Name: FreightUtils MCP Server
Author: SoapyRED

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About FreightUtils MCP Server

17 free freight tools for AI agents — LDM/CBM/chargeable weight calculators, consignment calculator, pallet fitting, container capacity, ULD reference, vehicle types, ADR dangerous goods (2,939 entries), ADR exemption & LQ/EQ, HS codes (6,940), UK duty/VAT (live GOV.UK), INCOTERM

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Basic information

Config

Add this server to your MCP-compatible client using the configuration below.

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "freightutils": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "freightutils-mcp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Tools

Calculate cubic metres (CBM) for a shipment. CBM is the standard volume unit in international shipping. 1 CBM = 1m x 1m x 1m = 1,000 litres. Ocean freight carriers price per "freight tonne" (1 CBM or 1,000 kg, whichever is greater).

Calculate air freight chargeable weight (volumetric vs actual). Airlines charge the greater of actual weight or volumetric weight. IATA standard factor: 6,000 (1 CBM = 166.67 kg). A ratio > 1.0 means volumetric (light for its size).

Calculate loading metres (LDM) for road freight. LDM measures trailer utilisation. European trailers are 13.6m long, 2.4m wide. Supports pallet presets (euro, uk, half, quarter) and vehicles (artic, rigid10, rigid75, luton).

Look up dangerous goods from the ADR 2025 database (2,939 entries). Provide a UN number for exact lookup, or a search term for name-based search. Returns hazard class, packing group, labels, tunnel codes, and transport categories.

Calculate ADR 1.1.3.6 exemption. Points = quantity x multiplier per transport category. Total <= 1,000 = exempt from full ADR requirements. For single substance: provide un_number + quantity. For mixed loads: provide items array.

Search 6,352 airlines by name, IATA/ICAO code, AWB prefix, or country. AWB prefixes are 3-digit codes on air waybills identifying the carrier (e.g., 176 = Emirates).

Get ISO shipping container specs (10 types: 20ft, 40ft, 40ft HC, reefer, open-top, flat-rack, 45ft). Returns dimensions, capacity, weight limits, and pallet counts.

Search 6,940 Harmonized System tariff codes. HS codes are 6-digit international product classification codes used for customs. Provide a search term or exact code.

Look up Incoterms 2020 trade rules. 11 rules defining transport, insurance, customs responsibilities. 7 for any mode (EXW, FCA, CPT, CIP, DAP, DPU, DDP), 4 sea-only (FAS, FOB, CFR, CIF).

Calculate how many boxes fit on a pallet with layers, rotation, and weight limits. Determines optimal arrangement and volume utilisation.

Convert between freight units. Weight: kg, lbs, oz, tonnes, short_tons, long_tons. Volume: cbm, cuft, cuin, litres, gal_us, gal_uk. Length: cm, inches, m, feet, mm. Freight: cbm→chargeable_kg, cbm→freight_tonnes.

Overview

What is FreightUtils MCP Server?

A Model Context Protocol server that gives AI agents access to 11 freight calculation and reference tools, including CBM, chargeable weight, ADR dangerous goods lookup, and more. It is designed for logistics, shipping, and supply chain professionals using AI assistants.

How to use FreightUtils MCP Server?

Configure the server in your MCP client (e.g., Claude Desktop) by adding a server entry with "command": "npx" and "args": ["freightutils-mcp"], or use the remote HTTP URL https://www.freightutils.com/api/mcp if your client supports it. No API key is required; a courtesy rate limit of 100 requests per day per IP applies.