Bill of Lading API Pricing (Global Trade Data API)

Pay-as-you-go API credits for shipment record extraction. 
1 API credit = 1 shipment record extract download. No long-term commitments.

API Access & Pricing Model

Simple credit-based pricing for developers and data teams. Use credits to extract shipment records (imports/exports), automate workflows, and integrate trade data into your systems.

One-Time Setup Fee

USD 499

  • Account creation
  • 1 Production API key + 1 Sandbox API key
  • Full REST API documentation + Postman collection
  • 50,000 free API credits for testing and initial go-live

Get API access today. Start with 1,000 free API credits and test with live data—unlock full access now.

Pack Name Credits Included Price (USD) Effective Price / 1,000
Micro Pack
25,000
$59
$2.36
Starter Pack
50,000
$79
$1.58
Growth Pack
200,000
$199
$1.00
Scale Pack
1,000,000
$690
$0.69
Volume Pack
5,000,000
$1,950
$0.39

Credits are consumed per shipment record extract returned. Rate limits apply per API key for stability.

Standard Terms (Simple)

These are standard controls for all API customers:
  • Rate limits apply: requests per minute/hour are limited per API key and may vary by endpoint.
  • Anti-abuse policy: excessive automation, scraping, or burst traffic may be throttled or blocked.
  • Credit charging: credits are deducted when records are successfully returned as extracts.
  • Data availability: fields and freshness may vary by country/source.
  • Security: do not share API keys; rotate keys if compromised.

FAQ

What is an API call?

An API call is one request to the REST API (search, retrieve, export). Calls may return multiple records depending on your filters and limit.

What is 1 API credit?

1 API credit = 1 shipment record extract download. If you extract 10,000 records, you consume 10,000 credits.

Do rate limits apply?

Yes. Rate limits apply per API key to ensure performance and stability for all customers. High burst traffic may be throttled.

How are credits used on the platform?

Our platform operates on a simple usage-based credit system. Credits are deducted depending on the type of data you access.

  • Shipment Record Download1 Credit per shipment record
  • Company Record Download (Aggregated Trade Data)15 Credits per company
  • Company Profile View (Detailed Company Information)20 Credits per company

Credits are only deducted when data is successfully accessed or downloaded.

What is included in a Company Record Download (15 Credits)?

A Company Record Download provides an aggregated trade dataset for a company, including:

  • Consolidated shipment history
  • Import and export summary
  • Monthly and yearly trade volumes
  • Key buyers and suppliers
  • Trade activity trends

This option is ideal for users who need structured trade data for analysis, reporting, or internal systems.

What is the difference between a Shipment Record, Company Record Download, and Company Profile View?
  • Shipment Record (1 Credit)
    Access to one individual shipment entry with full transaction details.
  • Company Record Download (15 Credits)
    Downloadable aggregated trade dataset for deeper analysis.
  • Company Profile View (20 Credits)
    Detailed on-platform company overview including trade activity summary, trend analysis, and structured company insights.
Can I request documentation first?

Yes. Use the “Request API Documentation” button below. We can share docs, Postman collection, and sandbox access for evaluation.