Ferromolybdenum（FeMo）is a metal alloy, the main content of ferromolybdenum is molybdenum and iron, FeMo is a metallurgical material of high hardness, high strength, and high Corrosion resistance. Ferromolybdenum is also called ferro Molybdenum alloy. the common specification has FeMo60% and FeMo70%, it is mainly used as a deoxidizer in steelmaking and improves the strength of steel.
What does ferromolybdenum lump look like?
- Color: Usually silvery white, but the surface is easily oxidized, and it will appear blue, purple, yellow and other colors.
- Gloss: The cross section is dull.
- Shape: Generally delivered in blocks, the block size range is 10-150mm.
Ferromolybdenum Physical properties
- Density: The density of ferromolybdenum is 8.2g/cm3
- Melting point: The melting point of ferromolybdenum is about 2620℃
- Magnetism. Ferromolybdenum has a weak response to magnetic fields and has a certain degree of anti-magnetism
- Electrical conductivity. Ferromolybdenum is an excellent conductive material with excellent electrical and thermal conductivity
Chemical properties of ferromolybdenum
- Corrosion resistance. Ferromolybdenum has good corrosion resistance and can resist chemical corrosion such as acid and alkali
- Oxidizability. Ferromolybdenum is easily oxidized at high temperatures and will undergo oxidation reactions above 1000°C
Ferromolybdenum specification content
| Grade | Mo | Si | S | P | C | Cu | Sb | Sn |
| FeMo60 | >=65.0 | 2.0 | 0.10 | 0.05 | 0.15 | 0.5 | 0.04 | 0.04 |
| FeMo60A | 55.0-65.0 | 1.0 | 0.10 | 0.04 | 0.10 | 0.50 | 0.04 | 0.04 |
| FeMo60B | 55.0-65.0 | 1.5 | 0.10 | 0.05 | 0.10 | 0.50 | 0.05 | 0.06 |
| FeMo70 | 65.0-75.0 | 1.5 | 0.10 | 0.05 | 0.10 | 0.50 |
why chose ferromolybdenum from Zhenxin Metallurgy
- Reliable quality. Ferromolybdenum from Zhenxin Metallurgy has stable quality and meet with product and industry standards. The production process of the products is strictly controlled, and SGS test reports are provided to customers. Zhenxin Metallurgy has advanced Equipment Technology, and can ensuring the ferromolybdenum content is uniform and has low impurity content, ensuring good performance in applications such as steelmaking and casting.
- Complete product specifications. The molybdenum content of ferromolybdenum supplied by Zhenxin Metallurgy is generally 60% to 70%. Common specifications of ferromolybdenum include ferromolybdenum 60%, ferromolybdenum 65%, and ferromolybdenum 70%. The particle size can be customized. Generally, ferromolybdenum in block, granular and powder form can be supplied to meet the needs of different customers, so that customers can choose according to the product production process and equipment.
- Competitive prices. Zhenxin Metallurgy is located in Anyang, Henan Province, China, while the world’s top molybdenum companies are in Luoyang, Henan Province, so the cost of raw materials is low and the overall price of ferromolybdenum is advantageous.
- Perfect service. Zhenxin Metallurgical Materials Co., Ltd. has been established for more than 17 years and has a complete industrial chain. The factory mainly produces ferrochrome nitride, with more than 150 employees, and has established domestic and foreign trade departments. So far, the company has exported to South Korea, India, Pakistan, Iran, Turkey, Poland and other countries.
Ferromolybdenum applications
- Ferromolybdenum can be used as made of stainless steel and acid-resistant steel. In the produce process of stainless steel and acid-resistant steel , FeMo is a important role. The molybdenum content of stainless steel is generally 2%-4%
- High temperature pressure vessel manufacturing. Adding ferromolybdenum to the manufacturing of high temperature pressure vessels can improve the high temperature strength and corrosion resistance of steel, and enhance toughness and plasticity.
- Oil drilling. It is more appropriate to use steel made of molybdenum-iron alloy as mining tools in oil drilling.
Factors affecting the price of ferromolybdenum.
The overall trend of ferromolybdenum prices in China in 2024 is relatively stable. The price is slightly lower in the first quarter. Starting from the second quarter, with the increase in demand in the stainless steel market, ferromolybdenum prices began to rise and have continued to this day. The average price of ferromolybdenum is 241,800 yuan/ton, the highest price is 249,500 yuan/ton, and the lowest price is 202,000 yuan/ton.
As we all know, ferromolybdenum and ferrochrome is the raw materials for manufacturing high-end fine steel products such as stainless steel, so the stainless steel market has a great impact on the price of ferromolybdenum. The price of terminal stainless steel 316 continues to fall, demand has decreased, and the price of ferromolybdenum has also decreased accordingly. Molybdenum ore is the raw material of ferromolybdenum. The price of raw materials rises, the factory cost increases, and the price will also rise. Of course, other international and policy factors will also have a certain impact on the price of ferromolybdenum.