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Chromium Mining Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Product (Ferrochrome, Chromite Ore, Chemicals), By Application (Metallurgical, Refractory), By Region (Europe, Asia Pacific), And Segment Forecasts, 2025 - 2033

Publisher Grand View Research
Published Oct 10, 2025
Length 100 Pages
SKU # GV20575051

Description

Chromium Mining Market Summary

The global chromium mining market size was valued at USD 4.28 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 7.27 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 6.0% from 2025 to 2033. The industry is witnessing strong growth due to the rising demand for stainless steel globally.

Chromium is a critical element in stainless steel production, as it enhances corrosion resistance and provides mechanical strength. The surge in urbanization and industrialization in developing nations such as India, China, and Indonesia has led to large-scale construction and infrastructure projects. These activities have increased the need for stainless steel in buildings, bridges, and pipelines, boosting the demand for chromite ore used in ferrochrome production. As global stainless steel output expands, mining companies are investing in new exploration and extraction projects to meet the growing raw material requirements.

Another major growth driver is the rising use of chromium in automotive, aerospace, and heavy machinery industries. Chromium-containing alloys are essential in manufacturing vehicle components, aircraft engines, and industrial equipment because they offer superior resistance to wear, heat, and corrosion. The global shift toward lightweight and high-performance applications in the automotive sector has increased preference for stainless steel and specialty alloys containing chromium. In the aerospace industry, chromium is used in turbine blades, structural components, and engine casings to withstand extreme operating conditions. These industrial applications continue to create strong and steady demand for chromium mining operations.

Global Chromium Mining Market Report Segmentation

This report forecasts revenue and volume growth at global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2021 to 2033. For this study, Grand View Research has segmented the global chromium mining market report on the basis of application, product, and region.
  • Application Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)
  • Metallurgical
  • Refractory
  • Others
  • Product Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)
  • Ferrochrome
  • Chromite Ore
  • Chemicals
  • Regional Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)
  • Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Middle East & Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
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Table of Contents

100 Pages
Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
1.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
1.2. Market Definition
1.3. Information Procurement
1.3.1. Information Analysis
1.3.2. Data Analysis Models
1.3.3. Market Formulation & Data Visualization
1.3.4. Data Validation & Publishing
1.4. Research Scope and Assumptions
1.4.1. List of Data Sources
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
2.1. Market Outlook
2.2. Segmental Outlook
2.3. Competitive Outlook
Chapter 3. Market Variables, Trends, and Scope
3.1. Market Outlook
3.2. Industry Value Chain Analysis
3.2.1. Application Analysis
3.3. Technology Overview
3.4. Regulatory Framework
3.5. Market Dynamics
3.5.1. Market Driver Analysis
3.5.2. Market Restraint Analysis
3.6. Industry Trends
3.6.1. ESG Analysis
3.6.2. Economic Trends
3.7. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
3.7.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
3.7.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
3.7.3. Threat of Substitution
3.7.4. Threat of New Entrants
3.7.5. Competitive Rivalry
3.8. PESTLE Analysis
3.8.1. Political
3.8.2. Economic
3.8.3. Social Landscape
3.8.4. Technology
3.8.5. Environmental
3.8.6. Legal
Chapter 4. Chromium Mining Market: Application Estimates & Trend Analysis
4.1. Chromium Mining Market: Application Movement Analysis, 2024 & 2033
4.2. Metallurgical
4.2.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
4.3. Refractory
4.3.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
4.4. Others
4.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Chapter 5. Chromium Mining Market: Product Estimates & Trend Analysis
5.1. Chromium Mining Market: Product Movement Analysis, 2024 & 2033
5.2. Ferrochrome
5.2.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
5.3. Chromite Ore
5.3.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
5.4. Chemicals
5.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Chapter 6. Chromium Mining Market: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis
6.1. Regional Analysis, 2024 & 2033
6.2. Europe
6.2.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.2.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.2.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.2.4. Germany
6.2.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.2.4.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.2.4.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.2.5. UK
6.2.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.2.5.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.2.5.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.2.6. France
6.2.6.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.2.6.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.2.6.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3. Asia Pacific
6.3.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.4. China
6.3.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.4.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.4.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.5. India
6.3.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.5.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.5.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.6. Japan
6.3.6.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.6.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.6.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4. Latin America
6.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.4. Brazil
6.4.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.4.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.4.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5. Middle East & Africa
6.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5.4. Saudi Arabia
6.5.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5.4.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5.4.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5.5. UAE
6.5.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5.5.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5.5.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Chapter 7. Competitive Landscape
7.1. Recent Developments & Impact Analysis, By Key Market Participants
7.2. Company Categorization
7.3. Heat Map Analysis
7.4. Vendor Landscape
7.4.1. List of distributors
7.5. List of prospective end-users
7.6. Strategy Initiatives
7.7. Company Profiles/Listing
7.7.1. Samancor Chrome
7.7.1.1. Company Overview
7.7.1.2. Financial Performance
7.7.1.3. Product Benchmarking
7.7.2. KWG Resources Inc.
7.7.2.1. Company Overview
7.7.2.2. Financial Performance
7.7.2.3. Product Benchmarking
7.7.3. Noront Resources Ltd.
7.7.3.1. Company Overview
7.7.3.2. Financial Performance
7.7.3.3. Product Benchmarking
7.7.4. Outokumpu Oyj
7.7.4.1. Company Overview
7.7.4.2. Financial Performance
7.7.4.3. Product Benchmarking
7.7.5. AFARAK Group PLC
7.7.5.1. Company Overview
7.7.5.2. Financial Performance
7.7.5.3. Product Benchmarking
7.7.6. Eurasian Resources Group
7.7.6.1. Company Overview
7.7.6.2. Financial Performance
7.7.6.3. Product Benchmarking
7.7.7. Glencore Plc
7.7.7.1. Company Overview
7.7.7.2. Financial Performance
7.7.7.3. Product Benchmarking
7.7.8. Tharisa Plc
7.7.8.1. Company Overview
7.7.8.2. Financial Performance
7.7.8.3. Product Benchmarking
7.7.9. Tata Steel Mining Ltd.
7.7.9.1. Company Overview
7.7.9.2. Financial Performance
7.7.9.3. Product Benchmarking
7.7.10. DEV Mining Company
7.7.10.1. Company Overview
7.7.10.2. Financial Performance
7.7.10.3. Product Benchmarking

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