A lead-free free-cutting copper-antimony alloy comprises in percentage by
weight: 55 to 65% Cu, 0.3 to 2.0% Sb, 0.2 to 1.0% Mn, at least two
elements selected from the group of Ti, Ni, B, Fe, Se, Mg, Si, Sn, P and
rare-earth metal in amount of 0.1-1.0%, as well as balance Zn and
unavoidable impurities. The brass alloys according to the present
invention possess superior cutting property, weldability, corrosion
resistance, dezincification resistance and high-temperature-oxidation
resistance, and are suitable for use in drinking-water installations,
domestic appliances, toy for children, fastener, etc. The process for
producing such alloys is also proposed.