What is ferro chromium used for?

What is the price of ferrochrome?

Today's summary of China's ferrochrome market. ferrochrome price per ton today usd
High carbon ferrochrome (FeCr50C7.5) (50 bases, cash on delivery, including tax, RMB/ton)
product	area	Today's price	Yesterday's price	Price change (average price)
product	area	Today's price	Price on January 8th	Price change (average price)
High carbon ferrochrome	North China	8200-8350	8200-8350	flat
	southwest	8250-8350	8200-8300	↑50
	northwest	8150-8200	8150-8200	flat
	northeast	8300-8350	8300-8350	flat
	Central China	8350-8450	8350-8450	flat
	Shanghai	8550-8600	8550-8600	flat
	Shandong	8450-8550	8450-8550	flat
product	area	Today's price	Yesterday's price	Price change (average price)
medium carbon ferrochrome	Sichuan	12000-12100	12000-12100	flat
	Henan	12000-12100	12000-12100	flat
	Inner Mongolia	12000-12100	12000-12100	flat
	Guangxi	12000-12100	12000-12100	flat
Low-carbon ferrochrome (FeCr55C0.25) (52≤cr＜60, 60 base, cash on delivery, including tax, RMB/ton)
product	area	Today's price	Price on January 8th	Price change (average price)
Low carbon ferrochrome	Sichuan	13000-13100	13000-13100	flat
	Jiangsu	13300-13400	13300-13400	flat
	Shanxi	13000-13100	13000-13100	flat
	Inner Mongolia	12900-13000	12900-13000	flat
Microcarbon ferrochrome (FeCr55C0.10) (52≤cr＜60, 60 base, cash on delivery, including tax, RMB/ton)
product	area	Today's price	Price on January 8th	Price change (average price)
Microcarbon ferrochrome	Sichuan	13200-13300	13200-13300	flat
	Jiangsu	13500-13600	13500-13600	flat
	Shanxi	13200-13300	13200-13300	flat
	Inner Mongolia	13100-13200	13100-13200	flat
Microcarbon ferrochrome (FeCr55C0.06) (52≤cr＜60, 60 base, cash on delivery, including tax, RMB/ton)
product	area	Today's price	Price on January 8th	Price change (average price)
Microcarbon ferrochrome	Sichuan	13500-13600	13500-13600	flat
	Jiangsu	13700-13800	13700-13800	flat
	Shanxi	13400-13500	13400-13500	flat
	Inner Mongolia	13300-13400	13300-13400	flat

What is ferro chromium used for?

Ferro chromium (FeCr) is primarily used as an alloying additive in steel and iron production, where it supplies chromium to improve material performance. Its applications are largely concentrated in the metallurgical industry.

Key Uses of Ferro Chromium

1. Stainless Steel Production

The largest share of ferro chromium consumption is in stainless steel manufacturing. Chromium is essential for:

Corrosion and oxidation resistance

Formation of a passive chromium oxide layer on the steel surface

Improved surface finish and durability

Stainless steel typically contains 10.5%–18% chromium, which is introduced via ferro chromium.

2. Alloy and Special Steels

Ferro chromium is widely used in:

Tool steels

Bearing steels

Heat-resistant and wear-resistant steels

In these applications, chromium enhances:

Hardness and strength

Abrasion resistance

High-temperature stability

3. Cast Iron and Foundry Applications

In cast iron production, ferro chromium is added to:

Increase hardness and wear resistance

Improve oxidation resistance

Produce high-chromium cast irons for mining, cement, and power generation equipment

4. Welding Consumables

Ferro chromium is used in the manufacture of:

Welding electrodes

Flux-cored wires

It helps ensure the deposited weld metal meets required chromium content and corrosion resistance.

5. Corrosion- and Heat-Resistant Materials

In industries such as:

Chemical processing

Petrochemical

Power generation

Ferro chromium contributes to steels and alloys that must perform under high temperatures, aggressive environments, and long service cycles.

Types of Ferro Chromium

High Carbon Ferro Chromium (HC FeCr): Mainly for stainless steelmaking

Low Carbon Ferro Chromium (LC FeCr): Used when precise carbon control is required, such as in special steels

Medium Carbon Ferro Chromium (MC FeCr): Balanced use between cost and carbon limits

Summary

Ferro chromium is a critical raw material for chromium addition in steel and iron. Its role is fundamental in producing stainless steels and high-performance alloys with enhanced corrosion resistance, strength, and wear properties, making it indispensable across construction, manufacturing, energy, and heavy industry.