| Product | Region | Incoterm Basis | Price | Last Updated Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soda Ash (Dense) | China | FOB | USD 161.00/MT | August 2026 |
| Soda Ash (Dense) | China | FOB | USD 170.00/MT | July 2026 |
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In China, the average price of Soda Ash (Dense) fell from ~USD 170.00/MT (FOB) in July to ~USD 161.00/MT in August, a decline of ~5.3%. Surplus supply was the main reason. Chinese producers kept operating rates high despite weak domestic demand, and inventories rose to about 1.73 million tonnes, with no supply cuts announced. As local glass container makers reduced production, more Soda Ash (Dense) was pushed into export markets, where producers competed strongly for orders. Exports had already grown sharply earlier in the year, rising 58.4% in April, led by shipments to Bangladesh, Malaysia and India. By late July, export offers were close to production cost, with many Chinese producers losing money on a cash basis, and Southeast Asia faced the strongest price pressure. Demand elsewhere offered some support, as growing glass production in India lifted domestic spot prices, and Latin American demand improved on lithium carbonate output. However, Indian producers expected higher energy and raw material costs to squeeze margins rather than lift prices.
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According to Procurement Resource, in the near term, Soda Ash (Dense) prices may hold near current levels as cost support limits further declines, though high Chinese stocks could delay any meaningful rebound.
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During Q2 2026, Asian Soda Ash (Dense) markets remained under downward pressure, particularly in China, as high production availability and elevated inventories outweighed temporary maintenance-related supply reductions. Chinese capacity utilization remained above 82%, keeping output sufficient while float-glass and photovoltaic-glass manufacturers maintained low raw-material inventories and purchased mainly against immediate requirements. Weak profitability across glass production reduced restocking interest, while demand from detergents and other chemical applications was insufficient to absorb excess availability. European Soda Ash (Dense) markets also remained soft and highly competitive during the quarter. Lower-cost seaborne material from international suppliers increased pressure on domestic producers, particularly as imports from Turkey and China expanded sourcing options for buyers. European synthetic producers continued facing elevated energy, freight and processing expenses, but weak construction and broader industrial activity prevented full cost pass-through. Automotive glass demand provided some support, yet it was not strong enough to offset subdued consumption elsewhere.
Soda ash (dense) is a high-purity, granular form of soda ash used primarily in industrial applications. Its dense composition makes it ideal for processes requiring minimal dust and precise handling, such as glass manufacturing, detergent production, and chemical processing. It is valued for its ability to lower melting points, regulate alkalinity, and enhance efficiency in various applications.
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Dense sodium carbonate
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Soda ash (dense) is a vital raw material in various industrial applications due to its high purity and bulk density. It is extensively used in the glass manufacturing industry for producing flat, container, and specialty glass by acting as a flux to lower the melting temperature of silica. Additionally, it serves as a key ingredient in the production of detergents, chemicals, and water treatment processes, contributing to its widespread demand in industrial operations.
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In this process, sulfuric acid is used to treat NaCl to create salt cake (sodium sulfate).
In the Solvay process, brine is mixed with ammonia and carbon dioxide, leading to the precipitation of sodium bicarbonate, which eventually leads to the production of soda ash.
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