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Real-Time Indian Trade Data API Platform
Introduction
EximFetch is a B2B SaaS platform that delivers real-time Indian import and export trade data through secure RESTful JSON APIs. The platform automates the collection, cleaning, and updating of trade datasets from verified government and customs sources, ensuring accuracy, reliability, and 99.9% uptime. By offering structured data access—such as HSN import/export codes, port and airport information, customs EDI locations, country and state codes, and export-import scheme details—EximFetch enables organizations to automate trade intelligence and compliance workflows with ease.
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The Challenge
Before EximFetch, businesses in the logistics, freight forwarding, and compliance sectors faced several operational challenges that resulted in time loss, compliance risks, and operational inefficiencies.
- Manual data collection from static Excel files or outdated government portals
- Lack of real-time updates causing delays in accessing accurate trade data
- Inconsistent data formats leading to processing inefficiencies
- Poor API availability with limited solutions and slow response times
- Integration difficulties with existing ERP and compliance systems
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What we set out to solve
The problem
Trade data access in India was fragmented, manual, and non-developer-friendly, creating operational bottlenecks for businesses dependent on timely trade intelligence.
Business Goals:
- Provide real-time, structured import-export data through APIs
- Eliminate the need for manual data retrieval and cleaning
- Ensure high availability (99.9% uptime) for mission-critical applications
- Support easy integration with ERP, logistics, and compliance systems
- Offer secure and scalable access to verified trade datasets
Where it was breaking
Outdated Data Sources
Fragmented and outdated trade data sources across platforms.
Lack of Unified APIs
No unified APIs for accessing multiple datasets efficiently.
Poor Developer Experience
Existing data providers offered limited developer-friendly solutions.
Manual Workflows
Manual compliance verification processes causing delays.
Who it was built for
Freight Forwarders
For shipment and customs clearance insights.
Customs Brokers
To access up-to-date EDI and HSN details.
Logistics & Shipping Companies
For route and port data automation.
Trade Analysts & Research Firms
For real-time trade intelligence and market insights.
Design Thinking Process
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Key Features & Capabilities
Dashboard view apis
Comprehensive API dashboard providing real-time monitoring, usage analytics, and performance metrics for seamless trade data management
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Technologies & Tools Used
Backend
- Node.js
Frontend
- Next.js
Database
- MongoDB
API Format
- Tally
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Project Outcomes & Impact
Reduction in Data Processing Time
Clients integrating trade information experienced significant time savings.
Uptime Achievement
Zero downtime since deployment, maintaining consistent data delivery.
Automated Compliance Checks
Live HSN and EDI data enabling automated compliance verification.
Seamless ERP Integration
Easy integration into existing ERP, logistics, and analytics systems.
High User Adoption
Strong adoption across logistics and customs firms within first quarter.
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Project Overview
EximFetch transformed how businesses access and utilize trade data by providing real-time, reliable, and developer-centric APIs. The platform reduced data processing time by 85%, automated compliance checks, and achieved seamless integration into existing systems while maintaining 99.9% uptime and establishing itself as a next-generation trade intelligence platform.
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