We are excited to announce the launch of a new API endpoint, /bills-of-lading, specifically designed to provide you with U.S. Bills of Lading data. This highly requested feature allows you to delve into a wealth of structured import and export documents data, sourced directly from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency.
What the New Endpoint Offers
This new endpoint extends across all of our commodity platforms, including Liquids, LPG, LNG, and Dry. Through this, you gain comprehensive insights on various data points such as:
Raw bill descriptions
Cargo origin and destination
Identification of commercial entities, including the Shipper, Consignee, and Notify Party, where available
Currently, the endpoint holds all Bills of Lading data starting from 2023, and we are actively working on including more historical data soon.
Accessing the Data
Our detailed API documentation below provides you with sample queries and parameters, aiding you in utilizing this new feature most effectively. In case you need any assistance or have queries regarding this new endpoint, our dedicated Customer Success team is always ready to help.
API Documentation:
For those who don't have access to the Kpler API, but are interested in leveraging it, we encourage you to get in touch with your sales representative.
What's Next?
We will be introducing more integrations, along with more and more historical data throughout H2 2023. Stay tuned for updates and please know we are working hard to bring these within the platform as soon as possible. Please feel free to reach out with any questions.