If you are experiencing slower-than-average return time on API call returns for any endpoint, this could be due to the API throttling limits. API throttling is the process of limiting the number of API requests a user can make in a certain period to avoid slow processing time. Continue reading to see the current throttling limits for the API.
Please Note!
For more details on API endpoints, see the API Developer Documentation.
Cobalt API Throttle Limits
For all endpoints, you can make 150 calls per minute.
What happens when throttling occurs?
When a throttling threshold is exceeded, Jungle Scout limits any further requests for some time. Throttling behavior depends on the type and number of requests.
You will receive a '429 Too Many Requests' error if you reach the throttling limit. It will look like this:
Please Note!
If you have any questions, please reach out to your CSM.