metallurgical coke

Metallurgical coke is a high-carbon solid produced by heating coal in the absence of air, a process known as carbonization. It is primarily used in the steel-making process, serving as a fuel and a reducing agent to convert iron ore into iron. The unique properties of metallurgical coke, such as its strength and porosity, make it an essential component in blast furnaces. Essentially, it helps generate the intense heat needed for melting and refining metals, playing a critical role in industrial metallurgy and the production of steel.