Supply chain ethics is an academic concept and interdisciplinary research field dedicated to the critical examination of moral principles, values, and ethical dilemmas arising throughout the design, operation, and management of supply chains. It investigates issues such as human rights, labor standards, environmental sustainability, transparency, and fair business practices across sourcing, production, logistics, and distribution phases, emphasizing the responsibilities of organizations within complex global networks. Its significance lies in fostering corporate accountability, promoting responsible sourcing and operations, and mitigating adverse social and environmental impacts across interconnected value streams.