Soda ash (Sodium Carbonate) is odourless, water soluble salts and large quantities of this alkaline salt are used to making dyes, coloring agents, glass, detergents, fertilizers and cleansers, production of containers, fiberglass insulation, commercial building and automotive industries. It's an important chemical agent used in enameling and petroleum industries. It's an additive to raise the pH and alkalinity in swimming pools and also used to clean the air and soften water. Chemical producers use it as an intermediate to making products that sweeten soft drinks, relieve physical discomfort and improve foods and toiletries.