FOOD PROCESSING BELT MANUFACTURER C O N V E Y O R B E L T • Electrical resistivity of E+8 Ω • FDA and EU 10/2011 food compliant • Designed to meet ATEX standard • Light color (white) • Provided a permanent statically dissipative solution • Met stringent compliance requirements • Reduced manufacturing steps from two-step process to single-step process Stat-Tech™ Thermoplastic Elastomer KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

AUTOMOTIVE OEM L O W E R E X T E R I O R B U M P E R • Develop a new color for molded-in-color plastics • Create ‘Wow’ effect without chroming or paint • Provide metallic aspect with good UV resistance for exterior part • Developed new “gris megalithe” color for PP (AS1) utilizing Avient Design center • Produced master plaques to showcase new color • Accelerated testing to certify outstanding weathering resistance • Collaborated across the supply chain to optimize metallic effect in the final part Smartbatch™ Combination Colorants & Additives KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

B&C COMPANY L I V I N G W A L L P L A N T E R • Non-halogen flame retardant formulation • SBI fire test rating of B-S2-D0 • Good durability and UV stability • Easy to process • Good cost/performance • Provided an optimal balance of fire safety and durability • Improved environmental responsibility for construction application • Supported the appealing design and surface aesthetic Maxxam NHFR Non-Halogen Flame Retardant Polyolefin Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

REFORM DESIGN LAB B I O - B A S E D D E S I G N F U R N I T U R E • Matt black color in cellulose fiber filled PLA • 3D-printable material • Possible outdoor use • Fast development to adapt to online requests • Developed custom products that fulfill color, appearance, UV stabilization and material requirements • Provided fast support to answer evolving online demands • Offered small and flexible quantities and suggestions for further colors OnColor™ custom masterbatch and engineered material KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

Dynaflex G - Cooler Feet & Wagon Wheel Tread COOLER MANUFACTURER C O O L E R F E E T & W A G O N W H E E L T R E A D • Abrasion resistance and excellent tear strength • UV and heat stability • Overmoldable to PP or PC • Provided durable TPE materials at target durometers to achieve component-specific performance requirements • Offered rapid response technical support for mold trials and guidance on processing best practices • Delivered consistent material quality globally and with short lead times Dynaflex™ G KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

AVIATION COMPONENTS MANUFACTURER S E A T B E L T C O V E R • Paint-free, metallic look • Reduced Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) • Lightweight • Excellent mechanical performance • Non-conductive solution • Provided a non-conductive solution with reduced VOCs and coexisting color and metallic effects • Supplied a technology compatible with PPSU, PES, and PSU • Lowered density compared to virgin resin • Reduced the need for secondary processing and associated VOCs • Supplied low minimum order quantity of gold, silver and bronze colors Colorant Chromatics Metallic Effect Pre- colored Sulfone Colorants KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

ENERGY STORAGE OEM A Q U E O U S B A T T E R Y G A S K E T • Sealing performance from -40 to 110°F • Ability to flow in a long, thin seal design • Chemical resistance to a proprietary electrolyte solution • Natural color • Provided a chemically resistant TPE that outperformed competitive TPE and thermoplastic rubber in rigorous customer testing • Offered material expertise and education to empower an informed material decision • Enabled OEM to model and evaluate sealing performance via design support and data files • Met global production needs through material consistency and local technical support Dynaflex™ Thermoplastic Elastomer KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

LUXURY CLOSURE MANUFACTURER S P I R I T B O T T L E C A P D I S K • Specific gravity of 2.6 to match incumbent metal weight • Polypropylene-based material suitable for physical vapor deposition (PVD) surface treatment • Provided an easy-to-process material with an excellent surface finish for metallization • Met custom weight target and used a magnetic filler to support the magnetic system in the PVD metallization process • Enabled more design freedom by eliminating metal working Gravi-Tech™ Density Modified Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

LEADING ARCHERY OEM C A M M O D U L E • Ability to pass fatigue testing of 100,000 cycles • Maintain low vibration performance • Replace metal to reduce weight • Meet short lead time and budget constraints • Provided design guidance and mold flow analysis, saving the customer $800 - $1,500 compared to outsourcing the analysis • Streamlined the development process using an existing, specialty product to meet key performance needs as well as budget and timeline constraints, enabling the customer to launch in time for a leading industry tradeshow Nymax™ PIR Nylon Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

LEADING BIOTECH MANUFACTURER C O N D U C T I V E P I P E T T E T I P S • Accuracy of liquid measurements • Hydrophobic properties to minimize fluid retention • Concentric dimensional stability and warp resistance • High flow properties for multi-cavity molds • Offered consistent electrical conductivity to achieve repeatable part performance and minimize failures from inconsistent conductivity • Provided high flow grade with easy processing to improve efficiency and cost effectiveness • Achieved high stiffness and warp resistance, minimizing the rejection rate Trilliant™ HC Conductive Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?