The prices for graphite and soda ash in China have recently fluctuated, with amorphous graphite and soda ash seeing changes in trading values. China's graphite prices rose above the usual range, while soda ash prices were also expected to increase due to closures in capacity. Chinese soda ash prices are set to rise by Rmb 50/tonne ($7.66/tonne) for light soda ash and Rmb 100/tonne ($15.33/tonne) for heavy soda ash. Additionally, zircon prices in China currently range from $1,000-1,100/tonne for standard grade material and$1,030-1,100/tonne for premium grade.