High quality Ferronickel

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Ferronickel is an iron alloy composed primarily of nickel and iron, serving as an essential alloy additive in the steelmaking and foundry industries. Our company specializes in the international trade of ferronickel products, strictly complying with GB/T 25049-2024 Ferronickel and ISO 6501:2020 Ferronickel — Specification and delivery requirements. We offer a wide range of grades and specifications to meet diverse customer requirements.

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Product Description

Ferronickel – Product Introduction

Ferronickel is an iron alloy composed primarily of nickel and iron, serving as an essential alloy additive in the steelmaking and foundry industries. Our company specializes in the international trade of ferronickel products, strictly complying with GB/T 25049-2024 Ferronickel and ISO 6501:2020 Ferronickel — Specification and delivery requirements. We offer a wide range of grades and specifications to meet diverse customer requirements.

I. Product Overview

Ferronickel is a nickel-iron alloy containing 20% to 60% nickel, with the main components being nickel and iron, along with small amounts of cobalt, carbon, silicon, sulfur, phosphorus, chromium, copper, and other impurities. Ferronickel has a melting point of 1,430–1,480°C and a density of 8.1–8.4 g/cm³.

Ferronickel is primarily used as a nickel additive in steelmaking and cast iron production. In the steel industry, it serves as an alloying element that enhances the flexural strength and hardness of steel. In cast iron, it improves structural uniformity and density. In both liquid and solid states, nickel and iron are completely miscible with each other in any proportion.

Nickel Pig Iron (NPI) is a related product category, traditionally used as a key feedstock in stainless steel production, which accounts for over two-thirds of global nickel demand.

II. Product Classification

Ferronickel is classified by nickel content into the following major grades (in accordance with ISO 6501):

Grade	Nickel Content Range	Key Characteristics
FeNi20	15% – 25%	Lower nickel content, cost-effective option
FeNi30	25% – 35%	Excellent overall performance, widely applicable
FeNi40	35% – 45%	Higher nickel content, suitable for high-quality steels
FeNi50	45% – 60%	High nickel content, ideal for premium stainless steels

Additionally, ferronickel is classified by carbon content:

Category	Carbon Content Range
High Carbon Ferronickel	1.0% – 2.5%
Medium Carbon Ferronickel	0.030% – 1.0%
Low Carbon Ferronickel	< 0.030%

By phosphorus content: Low Phosphorus (P < 0.020%) and High Phosphorus (P < 0.030%).

In the Chinese market, ferronickel is also categorized by smelting equipment:

Blast Furnace Ferronickel: Nickel content generally below 8%
Electric Furnace Ferronickel: Nickel content generally above 8%

III. Product Grades and Chemical Composition

The following table shows the primary ferronickel grades and their chemical composition (in accordance with ISO 6501 and GB/T 25049-2024):

Grade	Chemical Composition (%)
	Ni	C	Si (≤)	P (≤)	S (≤)	Co	Cu (≤)
FeNi20LC	15.0–25.0	≤0.030	0.20	0.030	0.030	—	0.20
FeNi20MC	15.0–25.0	0.030–1.0	0.20	0.030	0.030	—	0.20
FeNi20HC	15.0–25.0	1.0–2.5	0.20	0.030	0.030	—	0.20
FeNi30LC	25.0–35.0	≤0.030	0.20	0.030	0.030	—	0.20
FeNi30MC	25.0–35.0	0.030–1.0	0.20	0.030	0.030	—	0.20
FeNi30HC	25.0–35.0	1.0–2.5	0.20	0.030	0.030	—	0.20
FeNi40LC	35.0–45.0	≤0.030	0.20	0.030	0.030	—	0.20
FeNi40MC	35.0–45.0	0.030–1.0	0.20	0.030	0.030	—	0.20
FeNi40HC	35.0–45.0	1.0–2.5	0.20	0.030	0.030	—	0.20
FeNi50LC	45.0–60.0	≤0.030	0.20	0.030	0.030	—	0.20
FeNi50MC	45.0–60.0	0.030–1.0	0.20	0.030	0.030	—	0.20
FeNi50HC	45.0–60.0	1.0–2.5	0.20	0.030	0.030	—	0.20

Note: LC = Low Carbon, MC = Medium Carbon, HC = High Carbon. Ferronickel may also contain chromium (Cr), manganese (Mn), and other elements. Specifications can be adjusted according to customer requirements. The above data is for reference only.

IV. Main Applications

Application Area	Specific Uses
Stainless Steel Production	Acts as a nickel substitute and a primary furnace charge for stainless steel manufacturing; 200-series stainless steel can use low-grade ferronickel directly, while 300-series stainless steel uses grades with 8%+ nickel content
Steel Alloying	Serves as an alloying element additive to improve flexural strength and hardness
Cast Iron Industry	Improves structural uniformity and increases density of cast iron
Foundry Alloys	Used as an additive in nickel-containing or nickel-chromium cast iron rolls and other casting alloys

V. Product Specifications and Packaging

Item	Specification
Form	Ingots, pieces, shot / granules
Size	Customizable according to customer requirements (e.g., NPI lump size generally 50–400mm)
Packaging	Ton bags (1,000 kg per bag), customizable
Applicable Standards	GB/T 25049-2024; ISO 6501:2020
HS Code	7202600000 (Ferro-nickel)
Country of Origin	China

VI. Quality Assurance

Mill Test Certificates (MTC) provided with each shipment
Third-party inspection services available (SGS, BV, etc.)
Chemical composition analysis and particle size testing
Products comply with GB/T 25049-2024 and ISO 6501:2020 standards
Ferronickel shall be free from visually detectable slag, ore sand, and other foreign materials

VII. Why Choose Us

Advantage	Description
Stable Supply	Long-term, reliable production capacity ensuring consistent availability
Quality Assurance	Strict compliance with GB/T 25049-2024 and ISO 6501:2020; third-party inspection reports available upon request
Complete Range	Full series covering FeNi20/30/40/50 grades with low/medium/high carbon options
Customization	Particle size and packaging can be tailored to customer specifications
Export Expertise	Professional foreign trade team with extensive experience in international logistics and customs clearance

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