Soda Ash Prices, Demand & Supply | ChemAnalyst
In the quarter concluding in September 2023, Soda Ash prices saw an increase in the North American region, driven by growing international demand and a rise in consumption within the glass industry. Compounding this trend were uncertainties in production run rates and supply disruptions caused by Hurricane Idalia, which, in turn, limited stock availability in the middle of the quarter. Additionally, the export prices of Soda Ash in the USA were affected by the rise in output costs amid high energy prices. The Soda Ash market in the US experienced bullishness due to improved international and domestic offers during the week. Consequently, market players faced a shortage of inventories to meet existing offers. From a demand perspective, Soda Ash prices gained strength in the US market, propelled by increased glass consumption in the nation's automotive industry since the beginning of August 2023. As a result, the average month-on-month price of Soda Ash light stood at USD 33/MT Ex-W