TS EN 10001

TS EN 10001 is a standard that defines pig-irons and organizes the terminology used to subdivide them into classes. Pig iron is a carbon-rich iron product used as an intermediate material in metallurgy, especially in steelmaking and foundry practice; this standard establishes a common language for naming the material and describing its basic classification.

Why definition and classification matter

In metallurgy, the same product may be discussed in different ways depending on its production route or intended use. Standardizing the definition of pig iron helps manufacturers, buyers, and technical teams refer to the same material consistently, while classification separates the main types into recognizable groups. That distinction is important for material selection, commercial communication, and the interpretation of technical documents in foundries and steel plants.

What this standard covers

• The standardized definition of pig irons
• The subdivision of pig irons into different classes
• A shared terminology basis for naming the material

This document is a terminology and classification standard rather than a test method standard. In other words, it does not set out a specific experimental procedure, strength limit, or chemical acceptance threshold; it provides the conceptual framework for understanding and naming pig iron consistently. For users in metallurgy, that kind of standard is valuable because it supports clear product descriptions, consistent documentation, and aligned technical communication across organizations.