24Cr52.00Chromium
base · Z 24 · 52.00 u
Chromium (Cr)
South Africa holds the chrome ore. Kazakhstan and India convert a second stream. Stainless mills in China and Europe buy the ferro.
Lumpy vs fine, UG2 vs MG, and UG2's PGM credit all sit on the ticket. Rail to Richards Bay is as much the trade as the pit.
Geo
Mine, process, refine.
| ISO | Country | Role | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZA | South Africa | Mine | Bushveld UG2 / MG |
| KZ | Kazakhstan | Mine | Khromtau |
| IN | India | Mine | Sukinda |
| TR | Türkiye | Mine | Alpine podiform |
Forms
- Lumpy chrome ore
- Charge chrome
- Cr metal
Uses
- Stainless steel
- Superalloys
- Plating