Get Zinc - LME 3-month (ZNC3M) price data for your applications using this API

XZN, is a critical metal used in various industries, including construction, automotive, and electronics. The Metals-API provides developers with the tools they need to access real-time and historical data on zinc prices, enabling the creation of innovative applications that can transform how businesses operate in the metal markets.

Metals-API Information

About Zinc (XZN)

API Description

Metals-API is a powerful tool designed for developers seeking to integrate real-time metals data into their applications. With its robust capabilities, the API allows users to access a wide range of features, including the latest rates, historical data, and conversion functionalities. This API is not just a data source; it is a transformative platform that enables developers to create next-generation applications that can adapt to the dynamic nature of metal markets.

Key Features and Endpoints

Latest Rates Endpoint: This endpoint provides real-time exchange rate data for zinc and other metals, updated every 60 minutes, 10 minutes, or even more frequently, depending on your subscription plan. This feature is essential for applications that require up-to-the-minute pricing information.
Historical Rates Endpoint: Access historical rates for zinc dating back to 2019. By appending a specific date to your query, 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 zinc, enabling traders to make informed decisions based on current market conditions.
Convert Endpoint: The conversion endpoint allows users to convert any amount from one metal to another or to/from USD, facilitating seamless transactions and calculations.
Time-Series Endpoint: Query the API for daily historical rates between two dates of your choice, providing insights into price movements over specific periods.
Fluctuation Endpoint: Retrieve information about how zinc prices fluctuate on a day-to-day basis, helping traders understand market volatility.
Lowest/Highest Price Endpoint: This endpoint allows you to query the API to get the lowest and highest price of zinc over a specified period, aiding in market analysis.
Open/High/Low/Close (OHLC) Price Endpoint: Get detailed OHLC data for zinc, which is crucial for technical analysis and trading strategies.
Historical LME Endpoint: Access historical rates for LME symbols, including zinc, dating back to 2008, providing a comprehensive view of market trends.
API Key: Your unique API key is essential for accessing the Metals-API, ensuring secure and authorized usage of the service.
API Response: The API delivers exchange rates relative to USD, with all data returned in a structured JSON format, making it easy to integrate into applications.
Available Endpoints: The Metals-API comes with multiple endpoints, each providing distinct functionalities tailored to meet various data needs.
Supported Symbols Endpoint: This constantly updated endpoint returns all available metal symbols, ensuring you have access to the latest information.
News Endpoint: Retrieve the latest news articles related to zinc and other metals, keeping you informed about market developments.

API Endpoint Examples and Responses

Latest Rates Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1753059632,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-07-21",
    "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

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1752973232,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-07-20",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": 0.000485,
        "XAG": 0.03825,
        "XPT": 0.000915,
        "XPD": 0.000748
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Time-series Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timeseries": true,
    "start_date": "2025-07-14",
    "end_date": "2025-07-21",
    "base": "USD",
    "rates": {
        "2025-07-14": {
            "XAU": 0.000485,
            "XAG": 0.03825,
            "XPT": 0.000915
        },
        "2025-07-16": {
            "XAU": 0.000483,
            "XAG": 0.0382,
            "XPT": 0.000913
        },
        "2025-07-21": {
            "XAU": 0.000482,
            "XAG": 0.03815,
            "XPT": 0.000912
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Convert Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "query": {
        "from": "USD",
        "to": "XAU",
        "amount": 1000
    },
    "info": {
        "timestamp": 1753059632,
        "rate": 0.000482
    },
    "result": 0.482,
    "unit": "troy ounces"
}

Fluctuation Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "fluctuation": true,
    "start_date": "2025-07-14",
    "end_date": "2025-07-21",
    "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) Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1753059632,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-07-21",
    "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

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1753059632,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-07-21",
    "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

Metals-API is a powerful resource for developers looking to access real-time and historical data on zinc prices. By leveraging its extensive features, including the latest rates, historical data, and conversion capabilities, developers can create innovative applications that enhance decision-making and operational efficiency in the metal markets. The API's ability to provide insights into market fluctuations and trends empowers businesses to stay ahead of the competition.

Metals-API Documentation, developers can explore the full potential of this API and unlock new opportunities for growth and innovation in their applications.

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Get Zinc - LME 3-month (ZNC3M) price data for your applications using this API