The export volume of screw from Taiwan to U.S. was around 550,000 tons in the first eleven months of 2013, slightly up by 1.76% from a year ago. In addition, it is expected that the export volume in December will be up to 40,000 tons

The export volume of screw from Taiwan to U.S. reached around 700,000 tons in 2004. However, it went down to below 400,000 tons in 2009 due to global financial crisis.

Market analysts indicate the performance in 2013 will keep strong for four years in row although the growth rate is the fewest since financial crisis.