Material Type |
Raw Chrome Ore (Run of Mine) |
Chemical Composition |
Mainly Chromite (FeCr2O4) |
Color |
Brown, black, or dark grey |
Size |
10-150 mm (larger particles) |
Weight |
Varies, typically 1-5 tons per load |
Moisture Content |
5-10% |
Cr2O3 Content |
30-40% |
Impurities |
Silica, alumina, iron oxide |
Texture |
Coarse, granular, rough |
Packaging |
Bulk, loose in containers |
Density |
2.8-3.2 g/cm³ |
Odor |
No significant odor |
Recyclability |
Non-recyclable as ore |
Melting Point |
1,800°C-2,100°C (depends on grade) |
Usage |
Used in chrome concentrate production |