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SoapyRED

by SoapyRED

11 freight logistics tools for AI agents — ADR, HS codes, airline codes, calculators & more

Provides AI agents with 11 freight calculation and reference tools including CBM calculations, dangerous goods lookup, airline database search, and shipping trade rules.

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best for

  • / General purpose MCP workflows

capabilities

  • / cbm_calculator
  • / chargeable_weight_calculator
  • / ldm_calculator
  • / adr_lookup
  • / adr_exemption_calculator
  • / airline_lookup

what it does

Provides AI agents with 11 freight calculation and reference tools including CBM calculations, dangerous goods lookup, airline database search, and shipping trade rules.

about

freightutils-mcp is a community-built MCP server published by SoapyRED that provides AI assistants with tools and capabilities via the Model Context Protocol. 11 freight logistics tools for AI agents — ADR, HS codes, airline codes, calculators & more It is categorized under developer tools. This server exposes 11 tools that AI clients can invoke during conversations and coding sessions.

how to install

You can install freightutils-mcp in your AI client of choice. Use the install panel on this page to get one-click setup for Cursor, Claude Desktop, VS Code, and other MCP-compatible clients. This server runs locally on your machine via the stdio transport.

license

NOASSERTION

freightutils-mcp is released under the NOASSERTION license.

readme

FreightUtils MCP Server

A Model Context Protocol server that gives AI agents access to 11 freight calculation and reference tools.

Tools

ToolDescription
cbm_calculatorCalculate cubic metres (CBM) for sea freight
chargeable_weight_calculatorAir freight chargeable weight (volumetric vs actual)
ldm_calculatorLoading metres for European road freight
adr_lookupDangerous goods lookup (ADR 2025, 2,939 entries)
adr_exemption_calculatorADR 1.1.3.6 small load exemption check
airline_lookupSearch 6,352 airlines by name, IATA/ICAO code, AWB prefix
container_lookupISO container specs and loading calculation
hs_code_lookupHarmonized System tariff codes (6,940 codes)
incoterms_lookupIncoterms 2020 trade rules
pallet_fitting_calculatorBox-on-pallet fitting with layers and rotation
unit_converterConvert between freight units (weight, volume, length)

Quick Start

Claude Desktop / Claude Code

Add to your MCP config (claude_desktop_config.json or .claude/settings.json):

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

Remote HTTP (URL-based)

If your MCP client supports remote servers:

https://www.freightutils.com/api/mcp

Examples

Once connected, your AI agent can:

  • "Calculate CBM for a box 120cm x 80cm x 100cm, 24 pieces"
  • "Look up UN 1203 in the ADR database"
  • "Check if 200L of petrol qualifies for ADR 1.1.3.6 exemption"
  • "Find the HS code for lithium batteries"
  • "What does FOB mean in shipping?"
  • "How many boxes 40x30x25cm fit on a euro pallet?"
  • "Calculate loading metres for 26 euro pallets on an artic trailer"

API

All tools call the free FreightUtils API. No API key required. Courtesy rate limit: 100 requests/day per IP.

License

MIT

FAQ

What is the freightutils-mcp MCP server?
freightutils-mcp is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server profile on explainx.ai. MCP lets AI hosts (e.g. Claude Desktop, Cursor) call tools and resources through a standard interface; this page summarizes categories, install hints, and community ratings.
How do MCP servers relate to agent skills?
Skills are reusable instruction packages (often SKILL.md); MCP servers expose live capabilities. Teams frequently combine both—skills for workflows, MCP for APIs and data. See explainx.ai/skills and explainx.ai/mcp-servers for parallel directories.
How are reviews shown for freightutils-mcp?
This profile displays 48 aggregated ratings (sample rows for discoverability plus signed-in user reviews). Average score is about 4.8 out of 5—verify behavior in your own environment before production use.

Use Cases▌

Extended AI Capabilities

Add new capabilities to Claude beyond text generation

Example

Access external data sources, execute code, interact with tools and services

✓

Transform Claude from chatbot to action-taking agent

Context Enhancement

Provide Claude with access to relevant context and data

Example

Load project documentation, access knowledge bases, query databases

✓

Get more accurate, context-aware responses

Workflow Automation

Automate multi-step workflows combining AI and external tools

Example

Research → Summarize → Create document → Send notification

✓

Complete complex tasks end-to-end without manual steps

Implementation Guide▌

Prerequisites

  • ›Claude Desktop 0.7.0+ or Cursor IDE with MCP support
  • ›Basic understanding of MCP architecture and capabilities
  • ›Access credentials for integrated services (if required)
  • ›Willingness to experiment and iterate on configuration

Time Estimate

15-60 minutes depending on server complexity

Installation Steps

  1. 1.Install MCP server: npm install -g [package-name] or via GitHub
  2. 2.Add server configuration to ~/.claude/mcp.json
  3. 3.Provide required credentials and configuration
  4. 4.Restart Claude Desktop to load new server
  5. 5.Test basic functionality with simple prompts
  6. 6.Explore capabilities and experiment with use cases
  7. 7.Document successful patterns for reuse

Troubleshooting

  • ⚠MCP server not loading: Check config syntax, verify installation
  • ⚠Connection errors: Check network, firewall, credentials
  • ⚠Feature not working: Read server docs, check required parameters
  • ⚠Performance issues: Monitor resource usage, check for network latency
  • ⚠Conflicts with other servers: Check port assignments, namespace collisions

Best Practices▌

✓ Do

  • +Read server documentation thoroughly before setup
  • +Start with simple use cases to validate functionality
  • +Test in non-production environment first
  • +Monitor resource usage and performance
  • +Keep servers updated for bug fixes and new features
  • +Document configuration for team members
  • +Use environment variables for sensitive configuration

✗ Don't

  • −Don't grant overly permissive access to MCP servers
  • −Don't skip reading security considerations in docs
  • −Don't expose sensitive data without proper controls
  • −Don't run untrusted MCP servers without code review
  • −Don't ignore error messages—investigate root cause

💡 Pro Tips

  • ★Combine multiple MCP servers for powerful workflows
  • ★Create custom MCP servers for your specific needs
  • ★Share successful configurations with team
  • ★Use MCP inspector for debugging
  • ★Join MCP community for tips and troubleshooting

Technical Details▌

Architecture

Model Context Protocol standardizes how AI hosts (Claude, Cursor) communicate with external tools and data sources through server implementations.

Protocols

  • Model Context Protocol (MCP)
  • JSON-RPC 2.0
  • stdio or HTTP transport

Compatibility

  • Claude Desktop
  • Cursor IDE
  • Custom MCP clients

When to Use This▌

✓ Use When

Use when you need Claude to access external data, execute actions, or integrate with tools. Best for extending AI capabilities beyond conversation.

✗ Avoid When

Avoid when native integrations exist (use official APIs directly), for real-time critical systems, or when security/compliance requires zero external dependencies.

Integration▌

  • →Tool composition: Chain multiple MCP tools in workflows
  • →Context augmentation: Provide AI with relevant external data
  • →Action delegation: Let AI execute tasks on external systems
  • →Bidirectional sync: Keep AI context and external systems in sync

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Ratings

4.8★★★★★48 reviews
  • ★★★★★Dev Sanchez· Dec 16, 2024

    We wired freightutils-mcp into a staging workspace; the listing’s GitHub and npm pointers saved time versus hunting across READMEs.

  • ★★★★★Chaitanya Patil· Dec 12, 2024

    Useful MCP listing: freightutils-mcp is the kind of server we cite when onboarding engineers to host + tool permissions.

  • ★★★★★Ren Lopez· Dec 4, 2024

    freightutils-mcp reduced integration guesswork — categories and install configs on the listing matched the upstream repo.

  • ★★★★★Layla Verma· Dec 4, 2024

    Strong directory entry: freightutils-mcp surfaces stars and publisher context so we could sanity-check maintenance before adopting.

  • ★★★★★Ren Johnson· Nov 23, 2024

    Useful MCP listing: freightutils-mcp is the kind of server we cite when onboarding engineers to host + tool permissions.

  • ★★★★★Liam Thomas· Nov 23, 2024

    We wired freightutils-mcp into a staging workspace; the listing’s GitHub and npm pointers saved time versus hunting across READMEs.

  • ★★★★★Ren Ndlovu· Nov 11, 2024

    freightutils-mcp is a well-scoped MCP server in the explainx.ai directory — install snippets and categories matched our Claude Code setup.

  • ★★★★★Liam Singh· Nov 7, 2024

    Strong directory entry: freightutils-mcp surfaces stars and publisher context so we could sanity-check maintenance before adopting.

  • ★★★★★Piyush G· Nov 3, 2024

    freightutils-mcp reduced integration guesswork — categories and install configs on the listing matched the upstream repo.

  • ★★★★★Liam Anderson· Oct 26, 2024

    freightutils-mcp has been reliable for tool-calling workflows; the MCP profile page is a good permalink for internal docs.

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