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# Ferroalloy analysis laboratory

## Your needs: carrying out laboratory analysis of ferroalloys

### What is a ferroalloy?

 ![](https://filab.fr/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/ICP-AES-min-1024x768.png)
A ferroalloy is a [metal alloy](https://filab.fr/en/analysis-of-metallic-alloys-in-the-laboratory.md) composed primarily of [iron](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/iron-alloys-analysis-at-filab-laboratory.md) and one or more chemical elements (such as [chromium](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/analysis-cr-co-alloys.md), manganese, [silicon](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/calcium-silicon-casi-alloy-analysis-and-expertise-laboratory.md), vanadium, or molybdenum). These elements are added to iron to improve certain properties of steels or alloys, such as:

mechanical resistance

[resistance to corrosion](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-analysis-deposit-contamination/corrosion-resistance-testing.md) or heat

[hardness](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/mechanical-laboratory-test/hardness-analysis-and-measurement-laboratory.md)

ease of machining

Ferroalloys are used as additives in the manufacturing processes of [steels](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-of-analysis-and-expertise-of-steels.md) and specialty alloys, to precisely adjust the [chemical composition](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/metallic-alloy-analysis-laboratory.md) of materials.

They are found in many industrial sectors: steelmaking, foundries, aerospace, automotive, nuclear, etc.

## What ferroalloys can FILAB analyse?

Ferrochrome analysis

Ferrosilicon analysis

Ferromolybdenum analysis

Ferromanganese analysis

Ferrovanadium analysis

Ferrobor analysis

### Ferroalloy analysis: an essential control for your metallurgical processes

  Ferroalloy analysis
## Guarantee the conformity and performance of your ferrous alloys

 Their composition must be controlled to ensure the quality, conformity and performance of finished products. The FILAB laboratory can help you carry out a complete analysis of your ferroalloys thanks to its expertise and state-of-the-art equipment.
### Why use a ferroalloy analysis laboratory?

A**ferroalloy analysis laboratory** is often commissioned by the **[metallurgical industry](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/laboratory-metallurgy-steelmaking-analysis.md)** to address issues related to the quality, performance, and compliance of metal materials and products.

Ferroalloy analysis **verifies the chemical composition** of alloys, ensuring that the materials used meet the standards required for specific applications, thus avoiding the risk of failure. Furthermore, these analysis help identify and understand the causes of failures, such as corrosion, fatigue, or fracture, allowing for improved manufacturing processes and material selection.

## Ferroalloy services

[Analysis of the chemical composition of metal alloys](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/metallic-alloy-analysis-laboratory.md)

Analysis and determination of [carbon](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-determine-carbon.md), [hydrogen](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-analysis-hydrogen.md), [nitrogen](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/determination-nitrogen-content.md) and [oxygen](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-oxygen-determination.md) on the surface of ferroalloys

[Elemental analysis in the laboratory](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/chemical-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-elemental-analysis.md)

[Corrosion expertise](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-analysis-deposit-contamination/laboratory-expertise-and-analysis-of-corrosion.md)

## Analytical facilities dedicated to the appraisal and analysis of ferroalloys

  [### Elemental analyzer](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/chemical-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-elemental-analysis.md) [### ICP-AES](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-icp-icp-ms-icp-aes/icp-aes-analysis-laboratory.md) [### OES](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-oes-alloys.md) [### TGA](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/tga-tga-ftir-and-tga-ms-analysis-at-filab-laboratory.md)
## FILAB, laboratory of expertise in metallurgical analysis

For over 30 years, the FILAB laboratory has been offering several thousand clients high added-value metallurgical analysis services, and for certain analysis services, under [COFRAC ISO 17025](https://filab.fr/en/about-us/accreditations-en.md), Pr 6000 and Pr 7210 accreditation from Safran or linked to our customer approvals.

## Our chemical analysIs on ferroalloys

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[Aluminum Alloy Analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-analysis-aluminum-alloys.md)

[Aluminum Alloy Analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-analysis-aluminum-alloys.md)

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[Copper Alloy Analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-analysis-copper-alloys.md)

[Copper Alloy Analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-analysis-copper-alloys.md)

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[Cobalt Alloy Analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-analysis-cobalt-alloys.md)

[Cobalt Alloy Analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-analysis-cobalt-alloys.md)

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[Chrome Cobalt Alloy Analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/analysis-cr-co-alloys.md)

[Chrome Cobalt Alloy Analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/analysis-cr-co-alloys.md)

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[Tin Alloy Analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-analysis-tin-alloy-sn.md)

[Tin Alloy Analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-analysis-tin-alloy-sn.md)

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[Titanium Alloy Analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-analysis-titanium-alloys.md)

[Titanium Alloy Analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-analysis-titanium-alloys.md)

[Nickel Alloy Analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-analysis-nickel-alloys.md)

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[Iron alloys analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/iron-alloys-analysis-at-filab-laboratory.md)

[Iron alloys analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/iron-alloys-analysis-at-filab-laboratory.md)

### Our accreditations

 ![](https://filab.fr/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/ESSAI-Logo-COFRAC.jpg)
The FILAB laboratory is accredited by COFRAC (French Accreditation Committee) – Laboratories section – for its departments in Chemistry, Metallurgy, Organic Chemistry, Chemical Expertise, Materials Expertise, and Environment in the following fields: 

✔️ Physicochemical analysis of metallic materials
✔️ Physicochemical analysis of cosmetic and pharmaceutical products
✔️ Physicochemical analysis of medical devices, medical equipment, and chemical and biological products

Scope available No. 1-1793

This [Nadcap accreditation](https://filab.fr/en/about-us/accreditations-en/materials-testing-nadcap-laboratory.md) notably covers:
✔️ Chemical analysis (ICP-OES) of critical metallic alloys (Al, Fe, Ni, Ti)
✔️ Metallography

An international recognition that confirms our commitment to quality and reliability for the most demanding applications, particularly in the aerospace sector.

 ![](https://filab.fr/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/PNG-bleu-e1775737225243-1024x446.png) [Explore our accreditations](https://filab.fr/en/about-us/accreditations-en.md)
## FAQ

 What types of samples can be analysed?
We analyse :

- Solid ferroalloys
- Metal powders
- Slag or smelting residues

 Why analyse ferroalloys?
Ferroalloy analysis is used to :

- Accurately check their chemical composition
- Check compliance with standard specifications (ISO, ASTM, etc.)
- Identify impurities or contaminants
- Optimise formulations in metallurgical production processes

 What is the difference between a standard ferroalloy and a made-to-measure ferroalloy?
A standard ferroalloy has a composition defined by industry standards. A bespoke ferroalloy, on the other hand, is developed to meet specific performance or process requirements and often requires more detailed characterisation.

 Can the stability of a ferroalloy be analysed over time or at high temperature?
Yes, using salt spray corrosion testing techniques, we can assess the thermal resistance, oxidability and ageing of ferroalloys under real or simulated conditions.

 Is it possible to identify the crystalline phases present in a ferroalloy?
Yes, X-ray diffraction (XRD) can be used to determine the crystalline phases and characterise the structure of the material (e.g. presence of carbides, ferrite, austenite, etc.).

 Can you detect the presence of pollutants or undesirable elements?
Exactly. Our analysis can detect metallic impurities (lead, arsenic, mercury, etc.), non-metals (sulphur, phosphorus, etc.) or undesirable inclusions that could alter the final quality.

 Do you offer any help in interpreting the results?
Yes, beyond the raw analysis, our experts can interpret the results, relate them to your processes or industrial issues, and suggest areas for improvement or formulation adjustments.