SCOMET (Special Chemicals, Organisms, Materials, Equipment, and Technologies) permission is a license issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) in India. It is necessary for exporting or importing sensitive items, including dual-use technologies which can potentially have both civilian and military uses. By acquiring SCOMET permission, companies can be assured of compliance with India’s export controls as well as international trade obligations.
SCOMET Permission is a permission issued by the DGFT for exporting or importing sensitive or strategic goods and technologies. These could include chemicals, biological agents, nuclear materials, equipment, and technologies that are capable of being used in weapons development for civilian and military use, among other categories. SCOMET permission is essentially a regulatory mechanism with a view to regulating trade in goods and technologies for reasons of national security, compliance with international agreements, and non-proliferation commitments.
SCOMET Permission can be applied for by:
Standard processing time is 20 to 45 days depending on complexity, additional approvals, and document accuracy. Highly sensitive items may take longer.
Dual-use items, sensitive chemicals, nuclear materials, defense-related technologies, and other strategic goods.
Yes. Exporting restricted items without SCOMET permission is illegal and can result in heavy penalties.
Refer to the official SCOMET list by DGFT or consult a legal expert to check your product status.
A certificate from the buyer explaining the intended use and destination of the goods, confirming they won’t be diverted.
Usually 20 to 45 days, depending on complexity and approvals needed.
The permission is non-transferable. Each entity must apply separately.
DGFT will state the reasons. You may correct and reapply.
Yes. Some countries are under international sanctions or trade bans.
Not mandatory, but a consultant can help minimize delays and rejections.
Yes, track it using your Application Reference Number on the DGFT portal.
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