On January 13, the quotation for soda ash in Central China: the mainstream market price of light soda ash is around 1,120–1,180 yuan/ton, with a reduction of 20–40 yuan/ton on January 4; the mainstream market price of heavy soda ash is around 1,200–1,300 yuan/ton, with a reduction of 100 yuan/ton on January 4. Downstream demand for soda ash is primarily driven by rigid needs, with a generally subdued market transaction atmosphere. Factory shipments are limited, and inventory pressure persists on the supply side. Industry participants maintain a cautious outlook, and the soda ash market in Central China is expected to operate steadily with a wait-and-see approach in the short term.