How to retrieve Titanium (TITANIUM) prices using this API

How to Retrieve Titanium (TITANIUM) Prices Using the Metals-API
In the rapidly evolving world of metal markets, the ability to access real-time data is crucial for developers and businesses alike. This blog post will explore how to retrieve Titanium (TITANIUM) prices using the Metals-API, a powerful tool that provides comprehensive data on various metals, including Titanium. We will delve into the capabilities of the Metals-API, its endpoints, and how it can transform the way you interact with metal pricing data.
Metals-API Information
About Titanium (TITANIUM)
Titanium is a versatile metal known for its strength, lightweight properties, and resistance to corrosion. It is widely used in aerospace, medical devices, and automotive industries. As the demand for Titanium continues to grow, driven by technological advancements and digital transformation in metal markets, having access to accurate and real-time pricing data becomes essential for businesses and developers. The Metals-API offers a robust solution for retrieving this data, enabling users to make informed decisions based on the latest market trends.
The integration of smart technology and data analytics into metal markets is revolutionizing how businesses operate. With the Metals-API, developers can harness the power of real-time data to build applications that provide insights into market fluctuations, historical trends, and predictive analytics. This capability not only enhances operational efficiency but also positions businesses to adapt to future trends and possibilities in the metal industry.
API Description
The Metals-API is designed to provide developers with seamless access to real-time and historical pricing data for various metals, including Titanium. This API empowers developers to create next-generation applications that leverage real-time data for decision-making, analysis, and reporting. With its user-friendly interface and comprehensive documentation, the Metals-API simplifies the process of integrating metal pricing data into applications.
For detailed information on how to use the API, you can refer to the Metals-API Documentation, which provides comprehensive guidance on the available endpoints, parameters, and response formats.
Key Features and Endpoints
The Metals-API offers a variety of endpoints that cater to different data retrieval needs. Here are some of the key features:
- Latest Rates Endpoint: Depending on your subscription plan, this endpoint returns real-time exchange rate data updated every 60 minutes, every 10 minutes, or even more frequently. This is essential for businesses that require up-to-the-minute pricing information.
- Historical Rates Endpoint: Access historical rates for most metals dating back to 2019. By appending a specific date to your request, you can retrieve past pricing data, which is invaluable for trend analysis and forecasting.
- Bid and Ask Endpoint: This powerful feature allows you to retrieve real-time bid and ask prices for metals, providing insights into market liquidity and pricing dynamics.
- Convert Endpoint: The Metals-API includes a currency conversion feature, enabling users to convert amounts from one metal to another or to/from USD. This is particularly useful for businesses operating in multiple currencies.
- Time-Series Endpoint: Query the API for daily historical rates between two dates of your choice. This endpoint is ideal for analyzing price movements over time.
- Fluctuation Endpoint: Retrieve information about how metal prices fluctuate on a day-to-day basis. This feature helps businesses understand market volatility and make informed decisions.
- Carat Endpoint: Get information about Gold rates by Carat, allowing for precise calculations in jewelry and other applications.
- Lowest/Highest Price Endpoint: Query the API to get the lowest and highest price for a specified date, which is crucial for understanding market extremes.
- Open/High/Low/Close (OHLC) Price Endpoint: This endpoint provides open, high, low, and close prices for a specific date, offering a comprehensive view of market performance.
- Historical LME Endpoint: Access historical rates for LME symbols dating back to 2008, which is essential for businesses involved in trading and investment.
- API Key: Your unique API key is required to access the API, ensuring secure and authorized usage.
- API Response: The Metals-API delivers exchange rates relative to USD by default, with all data returned in a structured JSON format.
- Supported Symbols Endpoint: This constantly updated endpoint returns all available currencies and metal symbols, ensuring you have the latest information at your fingertips.
- Gold Price India Endpoint: Retrieve the latest gold price in India using this dedicated endpoint, which is particularly useful for regional businesses.
- News Endpoint: Stay informed with the latest news articles related to various metals, helping you keep up with market trends and developments.
List of Symbols
The Metals-API provides access to a comprehensive range of metal symbols. For a complete list of all supported symbols and their specifications, refer to the Metals-API Supported Symbols page.
API Endpoint Examples and Responses
Latest Rates Endpoint
Get real-time exchange rates for all available metals.
{
"success": true,
"timestamp": 1745470813,
"base": "USD",
"date": "2025-04-24",
"rates": {
"XAU": 0.000482,
"XAG": 0.03815,
"XPT": 0.000912,
"XPD": 0.000744,
"XCU": 0.294118,
"XAL": 0.434783,
"XNI": 0.142857,
"XZN": 0.344828
},
"unit": "per troy ounce"
}
Historical Rates Endpoint
Access historical exchange rates for any date since 1999.
{
"success": true,
"timestamp": 1745384413,
"base": "USD",
"date": "2025-04-23",
"rates": {
"XAU": 0.000485,
"XAG": 0.03825,
"XPT": 0.000915,
"XPD": 0.000748
},
"unit": "per troy ounce"
}
Time-series Endpoint
Get exchange rates for a specific time period.
{
"success": true,
"timeseries": true,
"start_date": "2025-04-17",
"end_date": "2025-04-24",
"base": "USD",
"rates": {
"2025-04-17": {
"XAU": 0.000485,
"XAG": 0.03825,
"XPT": 0.000915
},
"2025-04-19": {
"XAU": 0.000483,
"XAG": 0.0382,
"XPT": 0.000913
},
"2025-04-24": {
"XAU": 0.000482,
"XAG": 0.03815,
"XPT": 0.000912
}
},
"unit": "per troy ounce"
}
Convert Endpoint
Convert any amount from one metal to another or to/from USD.
{
"success": true,
"query": {
"from": "USD",
"to": "XAU",
"amount": 1000
},
"info": {
"timestamp": 1745470813,
"rate": 0.000482
},
"result": 0.482,
"unit": "troy ounces"
}
Fluctuation Endpoint
Track rate fluctuations between two dates.
{
"success": true,
"fluctuation": true,
"start_date": "2025-04-17",
"end_date": "2025-04-24",
"base": "USD",
"rates": {
"XAU": {
"start_rate": 0.000485,
"end_rate": 0.000482,
"change": -3.0e-6,
"change_pct": -0.62
},
"XAG": {
"start_rate": 0.03825,
"end_rate": 0.03815,
"change": -0.0001,
"change_pct": -0.26
},
"XPT": {
"start_rate": 0.000915,
"end_rate": 0.000912,
"change": -3.0e-6,
"change_pct": -0.33
}
},
"unit": "per troy ounce"
}
OHLC (Open/High/Low/Close) Price Endpoint
Get OHLC data for a specific time period.
{
"success": true,
"timestamp": 1745470813,
"base": "USD",
"date": "2025-04-24",
"rates": {
"XAU": {
"open": 0.000485,
"high": 0.000487,
"low": 0.000481,
"close": 0.000482
},
"XAG": {
"open": 0.03825,
"high": 0.0383,
"low": 0.0381,
"close": 0.03815
},
"XPT": {
"open": 0.000915,
"high": 0.000918,
"low": 0.00091,
"close": 0.000912
}
},
"unit": "per troy ounce"
}
Bid/Ask Endpoint
Get current bid and ask prices for metals.
{
"success": true,
"timestamp": 1745470813,
"base": "USD",
"date": "2025-04-24",
"rates": {
"XAU": {
"bid": 0.000481,
"ask": 0.000483,
"spread": 2.0e-6
},
"XAG": {
"bid": 0.0381,
"ask": 0.0382,
"spread": 0.0001
},
"XPT": {
"bid": 0.000911,
"ask": 0.000913,
"spread": 2.0e-6
}
},
"unit": "per troy ounce"
}
Conclusion
In conclusion, the Metals-API provides a comprehensive and innovative solution for retrieving Titanium prices and other metal data. With its robust set of features, including real-time rates, historical data, and various endpoints for specific needs, developers can build powerful applications that leverage this data for analysis, reporting, and decision-making. The integration of advanced technology and data analytics into metal markets is paving the way for a more informed and efficient industry.
For further exploration of the Metals-API and its capabilities, visit the Metals-API Website and check out the Metals-API Documentation for detailed guidance on implementation and usage. Don't forget to explore the Metals-API Supported Symbols page to familiarize yourself with the various metal symbols available for your applications.