The dacite of the Ashele Formation formed approximately 403 Ma ago.
The formation age of the Ashele Formation volcanic rocks is 403–375 Ma.
The dacite with high Mg# values showing a sanukitoids affinity.
The basalt mainly derived from an N-MORB-type depleted asthenospheric mantle in an island arc setting.
The dacites and basalts of Ashele Formation were associated with ridge subduction.