Ferrochrome & Chrome Alloys | Indiano Chrome Products

Q: What is the difference between LC and HC ferrochrome?

The main difference between Low Carbon Ferrochrome (LC FeCr) and High Carbon Ferrochrome (HC FeCr) is their carbon content. LC FeCr generally contains significantly less carbon — typically under 0.5% depending on grade — while HC FeCr typically contains around 4–8% carbon.

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Typical chemical composition · wt.%

Elements	Indi-Chrome Metal 001 Chromium Metal	Indi-Semi Chrome Metal 150 Chromium Iron Alloy	Indi-Mid Chrome Metal 3000 Chromium Iron Alloy	Indi-Ultra Chrome 800 ULC Ferro Chrome	Indi-Ultra Chrome 5000 ULC Ferro Chrome	Indi-LC Chrome LC Ferro Chrome	Indi-MC Chrome MC Ferro Chrome
Cr	99% Min	80% Min	77% Min	75% Min	70% Min	60% Min	60% Min
C	0.01% Max	0.015% Max	0.30% Max	0.025% Max	0.03% Max	0.10% Max	0.4% Max
Si	0.20% Max	0.30% Max	0.50% Max	0.80% Max	1.00% Max	1.50% Max	1.50% Max
P	0.005% Max	0.006% Max	0.006% Max	0.008% Max	0.008% Max	0.03% Max	0.03% Max
S	0.005% Max	0.006% Max	0.006% Max	0.008% Max	0.008% Max	0.03% Max	0.03% Max
Al	0.20% Max	0.50% Max	1.00% Max	0.70% Max	0.70% Max	1.50% Max	1.50% Max
N	0.03% Max	0.05% Max	0.08% Max	0.08% Max	0.50% Max	—	—
Fe	0.03% Max	Balance	Balance	Balance	Balance	Balance	Balance
O	0.20% Max	0.20% Max	0.20% Max	0.20% Max	0.20% Max	0.30% Max	0.30% Max
Size	As required	As required	As required	As required	As required	As required	As required

Indicative specifications. Customized chemistry and sizing can be supplied subject to mutual technical agreement.

Controlled ChemistryPrecision in every batch

Customized Particle SizeAs per requirement

Consistent Batch QualityRepeatable performance

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Product Details

Explore Each Grade

Detailed descriptions for each chromium alloy product in the Indiano Chrome portfolio.

Chrome Metal (Indi-Chrome Metal 001)

99% Min Cr · 0.01% Max C · India's First 99% Purity Chrome Metal

Indi-Chrome Metal 001 is Indiano Chrome's high-purity chromium metal — India's first 99% purity chrome metal. It is supplied to alloy and specialty steel producers requiring a controlled, high-purity chromium-bearing material for their most demanding production processes.

Chromium content: 99% Min
Carbon content: 0.01% Max
Silicon: 0.20% Max
Phosphorus: 0.005% Max
Sulphur: 0.005% Max
Size: As required

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Semi Chrome Metal (Indi-Semi Chrome Metal 150)

80% Min Cr · Chromium Iron Alloy

Indi-Semi Chrome Metal 150 is a chromium iron alloy with 80% Min chromium content — a premium-grade material for specialty steel production and demanding metallurgical applications.

Chromium content: 80% Min
Carbon content: 0.015% Max
Silicon: 0.30% Max
Phosphorus: 0.006% Max
Sulphur: 0.006% Max
Iron: Balance

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Mid Chrome Metal (Indi-Mid Chrome Metal 3000)

77% Min Cr · Chromium Iron Alloy

Indi-Mid Chrome Metal 3000 is a chromium iron alloy with 77% Min chromium content — offering a balanced combination of high chromium content and controlled chemistry.

Chromium content: 77% Min
Carbon content: 0.30% Max
Silicon: 0.50% Max
Phosphorus: 0.006% Max
Sulphur: 0.006% Max
Iron: Balance

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Ultra Chrome 800 (Indi-Ultra Chrome 800)

75% Min Cr · 0.025% Max C · Ultra Low Carbon Ferro Chrome

Indi-Ultra Chrome 800 is an ultra-low carbon ferrochrome with 75% Min chromium content and 0.025% Max carbon — ideal for high-performance stainless steels requiring precise carbon control.

Chromium content: 75% Min
Carbon content: 0.025% Max
Silicon: 0.80% Max
Phosphorus: 0.008% Max
Sulphur: 0.008% Max
Iron: Balance

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Ultra Chrome 5000 (Indi-Ultra Chrome 5000)

70% Min Cr · 0.03% Max C · Ultra Low Carbon Ferro Chrome

Indi-Ultra Chrome 5000 is an ultra-low carbon ferrochrome with 70% Min chromium content and 0.03% Max carbon — supporting lower-carbon steelmaking and material efficiency.

Chromium content: 70% Min
Carbon content: 0.03% Max
Silicon: 1.00% Max
Phosphorus: 0.008% Max
Sulphur: 0.008% Max
Iron: Balance

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LC Ferro Chrome (Indi-LC Chrome)

60% Min Cr · 0.10% Max C · Excellent Carbon Control

Indi-LC Chrome is Indiano Chrome's Low Carbon Ferrochrome with 60% Min chromium content and 0.10% Max carbon. LC FeCr allows chromium to be added without significantly increasing the carbon content of the steel — particularly useful where tight carbon limits are required.

Chromium content: 60% Min
Carbon content: 0.10% Max
Silicon: 1.50% Max
Phosphorus: 0.03% Max
Sulphur: 0.03% Max
Iron: Balance

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MC Ferro Chrome (Indi-MC Chrome)

60% Min Cr · 0.4% Max C · Balanced Carbon Control

Indi-MC Chrome is Indiano Chrome's Medium Carbon Ferrochrome with 60% Min chromium content and 0.4% Max carbon — offering balanced carbon control for a range of steel grades requiring intermediate carbon levels.

Chromium content: 60% Min
Carbon content: 0.4% Max
Silicon: 1.50% Max
Phosphorus: 0.03% Max
Sulphur: 0.03% Max
Iron: Balance

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Product Highlights

What to Expect From Indiano Chrome

Consistent Quality

Every batch is controlled for chromium content, carbon levels and trace elements to meet your exact specifications.

Tailored Composition

We adjust silicon, sulphur and phosphorus levels according to specific customer requirements and steel grades.

Dependable Supply

Integrated sourcing and logistics ensure reliable delivery to domestic and international markets.

Sustainable Choice

LC and ULC FeCr support lower-carbon steelmaking with precise chemistry control and material efficiency.

Applications

Where Our Products Are Used

Indiano Chrome specialty chromium alloys serve critical industries that demand high performance and reliability.

Stainless Steel Surgical Steel Specialty Steel Nuclear & High-Performance Engineering Automotive Superalloys & Aerospace Tool & Die Steels

Frequently Asked Questions

Ferrochrome & Chromium Alloys — Common Questions

What is ferrochrome?

Ferrochrome (FeCr) is a ferroalloy composed primarily of iron and chromium, produced through the high-temperature reduction and smelting of chromite ore. It is one of the most important commercial forms in which chromium is supplied to the metallurgical industry.

What is Ultra Low Carbon Ferrochrome?

Ultra Low Carbon Ferrochrome (ULC FeCr) is a ferrochrome grade with very low carbon content. Indiano Chrome offers Indi-Ultra Chrome 800 (C 0.025% Max) and Indi-Ultra Chrome 5000 (C 0.03% Max). ULC FeCr is used where tight carbon limits are required in the final steel grade.

What is the purity of Indiano Chrome Metal?

Indiano Chrome's Indi-Chrome Metal 001 has a chromium content of 99% Min — India's first 99% purity chrome metal.

What is the difference between LC and HC ferrochrome?

The main difference is carbon content. LC FeCr generally contains significantly less carbon — typically under 0.5% depending on grade — while HC FeCr typically contains around 4–8% carbon. LC FeCr allows chromium to be added without significantly increasing the carbon content of the steel, making it useful where tight carbon limits are required.

Can chemistry and sizing be customized?

Yes. Indicative specifications are shown in the product portfolio table. Customized chemistry and sizing can be supplied subject to mutual technical agreement. Contact our technical team to discuss your specific requirements.

How is ferrochrome produced?

The production process involves reducing the chromium and iron oxides present in chromite ore at high temperatures, typically in an electric or submerged arc furnace. The resulting molten alloy is subsequently processed, cooled and sized into a form suitable for use by steelmakers.

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