On January 16, 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 follows on-demand procurement, with a relatively subdued market transaction atmosphere. Factories maintain their shipment pace, while 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 in a wait-and-see mode in the short term.