In this paper,the chemical and mineral compositions of different types of steel slag are reviewed,and the effects of carbonization temperature and time,C02 concentration and pressure,moisture content and relative humidity,particle size and admixtures on the carbonization performance of steel slag are discussed,and the research status of carbonized steel slag used as aggregates,cementitious materials and preparation of building blocks in the building materials industry is discussed,so as to promote the popularization and application of carbonized steel slag in the building materials industry and the low-carbon development.