44
million metric tons
Global Production of Chromite ore
USGS – Mineral Commodity Summaries 2024
+14.8%
YOY % Change
Provenance
South Africa is by far the world’s largest chromium producer, followed by Kazakhstan and Turkey. India and Finland also have notable chromium resources.
Impact
Chromium is essential for stainless steel production, contributing to durable and corrosion-resistant materials used worldwide. It is also crucial in superalloys used in jet engines, advancing aerospace technology.