Chromite ore is a mineral that contains chromium, a metal used primarily in the production of stainless steel and other alloys. Chromite ore is a critical raw material in the production of stainless steel and other alloys, making it an important mineral resource globally.

Chromite ore mining in Pakistan is centered around the regions of Baluchistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, primarily. Chromite is the source of chromium metal, which is used for making stainless steel, alloys, and other industrial applications. Chromite mining in Pakistan is conducted by both the public sector (Pakistan Chrome Mines Ltd, PMDC) and the private sector. The mining methods used range from open-pit mining to underground mining.