product Ferrochromium
certification BIS ISI Certification
Standard IS 1170:1992
description Ferrochromium, commonly referred to as ferrochrome, is an alloy composed primarily of iron and chromium, with varying amounts of other elements such as carbon and silicon. It is a crucial raw material in the production of stainless steel and special alloy steels due to its ability to impart corrosion resistance, hardness, and high-temperature strength to the final product. Ferrochrome is typically produced through smelting chromite ore in electric arc furnaces or submerged arc furnaces, where the chromium and iron oxides are reduced to elemental form by carbon or silicon. The resulting alloy is then used as an additive in steelmaking processes to achieve specific alloying requirements, particularly in the production of stainless steels for various applications ranging from kitchen utensils to industrial machinery. The availability and cost of ferrochrome play significant roles in determining the competitiveness and pricing of stainless steel in the global market, making it a critical component in the steel industry.