SCOMET (Special Chemicals, Organisms, Materials, Equipment, and Technology)

SCOMET (Special Chemicals, Organisms, Materials, Equipment, and Technology) is a controlled framework used by governments to regulate the export of certain sensitive items that could be used for both peaceful and military purposes. It ensures that critical materials and technologies—such as advanced chemicals, organisms, or specialized equipment—do not fall into the wrong hands or contribute to weapons development. SCOMET controls are part of export licensing procedures, helping to monitor and prevent the proliferation of dangerous or dual-use items while facilitating legitimate international trade under security guidelines.