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Ferrochromium is a ferroalloy, which is an alloy of iron and chromium. It is produced by smelting chromium ore in a blast furnace with a carbon source, typically coke. The resulting alloy contains a significant percentage of chromium, usually between 50% and 70%, with the remainder being iron and smaller amounts of silicon and carbon.

The primary use of ferrochromium is in the production of stainless steel. Chromium is an essential element for imparting corrosion resistance and hardness to steel. When added to steel, chromium forms a passive oxide layer on the surface that protects it from rust and other forms of corrosion. Different grades of ferrochromium are used depending on the desired properties of the final steel product. It is also used in the production of other types of steel, such as alloy steels and tool steels, to enhance their strength, toughness, and wear resistance.

The production of ferrochromium is an energy-intensive process, and its availability is closely linked to the supply of chromium ore, which is mined in various parts of the world, with South Africa, Kazakhstan, and India being major producers. The market for ferrochromium is largely driven by the demand from the stainless steel industry. Environmental considerations are also important in ferrochromium production due to the high temperatures and potential emissions involved in the smelting process.