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2016 Revenue: $0.7 Billion
At a Glance: Performance Products & Solutions
2016 Revenue by Industry Expanding Profits
5.5%
6.9%
3.8% 3.6%
5.5%
4.3%
6.3% 7.2% 7.7%
8.3%
12-14%
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2020
Operating Income % of Sales
Platinum
Vision
11.1%
B & C
30%
Transportation
18%
W & C
16%
Industrial
16% Appliance
6%
Consumer
5%
Packaging
5%
E & E
3%
Healthcare
1%
United
States
78%
Canada
16%
Latin
America
4%
Asia
2%
Key Applications
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2016 Revenue: $1.1 Billion
At a Glance: Distribution
Key Suppliers
ROIC Expanding Profits
2.6%
3.0%
3.5%
4.0%
4.6%
5.6%
6.4%
5.9% 6.1%
6.6%
6.5-7.5%
6.4%
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2020
Operating Income % of Sales
Platinum
Vision
15%
51%
2006 2016
Transportation
24%
Healthcare
22%
Industrial
18%
Consumer
15% Appliance
6%
E & E
5%
B & C
4%
Packaging
4%
W & C
2%
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Application Examples
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Luxury Packaging
with Gravitech Density Modified Polymers
Impart weight, sound and
metallic finish to caps and
closures for cosmetics and
spirits applications
Elevate quality and prestige
perceptions among high-end
consumers
Eliminate time and cost
associated with secondary
operations and assembly
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Eliminate costs by increasing
pigment density
Enhance color performance
without altering form and
formulation
Increase design capabilities by
reducing weight and layer
thickness
Optimize Color Usage
with OnColor Super Concentrates
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Inhibit microbial growth on
polymer surface
Enhance value or products
and devices
Highly versatile concentrate
with the ability to be
incorporated into a wide
variety of products
Combat Bacteria Formation
with WithStand Antimicrobial Technology
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Medical Device Housings
with Chemically Resistant Engineered Polymers
Durable, long-lasting
products stand up to the
most aggressive disinfectants
Minimize environmental
stress cracking and
discoloration
One of the broadest
medically approved polymer
and colorant portfolios
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Color & Design Services
Greater control of color development
and supply chain
Work across entire design process
from concept to commercialization
Inspire creativity in the use of
polymer materials, colors
and effects
Innovative brand differentiation
Faster development timelines
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Outdoor Applications
Leading provider of high performance
specialty materials for the recreational
and sports & leisure industry
Well positioned across all segments to
address market needs
Metal to Polymer Conversion
Lightweighting
Thermal Management
Impact Performance
Source: Outdoor Industry Association
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Fiber Colorants
Solutions for clothing, apparel, footwear, automotive & sporting goods
ColorMatrix Fiber Colorant Solutions
Proprietary advanced liquid color
formulations and equipment enable
greater efficiency and productivity
Eliminates aqueous dyeing and its
associated wastewater treatment
Solid Color Concentrates
Extrusion-spun fibers colored via
solid masterbatch
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High-Barrier Packaging Containers
Capability to extrude up to 13
layers
Strong oxygen and moisture vapor
transmission protection
Can be made symmetrical or
asymmetrical to meet customized
needs of broad variety of
applications
Barrier protection and superior
sensory properties
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Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures (Unaudited)
(Dollars in millions, except per share data)
Senior management uses comparisons of adjusted net income attributable to PolyOne common shareholders, adjusted earnings per share (EPS) attributable to PolyOne common
shareholders and operating income before special items to assess performance and allocate resources because senior management believes that these measures are useful in
understanding current profitability levels and that current levels may serve as a base for future performance.
Segment Highlights
At a Glance: Color, Additives & Inks
At a Glance: Specialty Engineered Materials
At a Glance: Designed Structures & Solutions
At a Glance: Performance Products & Solutions
At a Glance: Distribution
Application Examples
Luxury Packaging�with Gravitech Density Modified Polymers
Optimize Color Usage�with OnColor Super Concentrates
Combat Bacteria Formation�with WithStand Antimicrobial Technology
Medical Device Housings�with Chemically Resistant Engineered Polymers
Color & Design Services
Outdoor Applications
Fiber Colorants�Solutions for clothing, apparel, footwear, automotive & sporting goods
High-Barrier Packaging Containers
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Chairman, President and CEO
INTRODUCTION
B O B P A T T E R S O N
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H I S T O R I C P A S T
S U S T A I N A B I L I T Y A T P O L Y O N E
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P E O P L E P R O D U C T S P L A N E T
S A F E T Y F I R S T
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1.3
1.1 1.1
0.85
0.65
0.57
0.54
0.97
0.84
0.74 0.74
0.69
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017
Injuries per 100 Workers
Spartech
Acquisition
T H E P O L Y O N E A C A D E M Y
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Leadership Program Participants
2012
2013
2015
86
2016
125
169
216
Campus Hires
2008
2011
25
S U S T A I N A B L Y I M P A C T I N G D I V E R S E E N D M A R K E T S
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With emphasis on:
• Light-weighting
• Reducing packaging materials
• Improving recyclability
• Reducing spread of infection
• Facilitating alternative energy
solutions
Building &
9%
Electrical &
P R O D U C T S A N D P O R T F O L I O O P T I M I Z A T I O N
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R E I N V E S T G R O WD I V E S T ( D S S )
OUR PLANET
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Energy
Saving Projects
26
REDUCTION
REDUCTION
Waste
Reduction Projects
2,557
LSS Projects
Executed
202
PolyOne LSS
Blackbelts
2011
2017 202
2008
147
67
2,557
2008 2017
S U S T A I N A B I L I T Y A T P O L Y O N E
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2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016* 2017*
A D J U S T E D E P S E X P A N S I O N
C O N S E C U T I V E
Y E A R S
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$0.13
$0.68
$0.82
$1.00
$1.31
$1.80
$1.96
$2.06
$2.21
*Pro Forma for sale of DSS
E A R L Y Y E A R S D E F I N E D B Y S P E C I A L T Y
M I X I M P R O V E M E N T
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65%
2005 2014
$5M $242M
+ 25%
+ 33%
Specialty OI
% of Operating Income
C O M M O D I T Y P R U N I N G
H E L D O R G A N I C S A L E S F L A T
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2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Acquisitions
Organic
Revenue
I N V E S T M E N T I N COMMERCIAL RESOURCES D R I V I N G R E S U L T S
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Largest organic revenue growth
since recession
$2.9 $2.9
$3.2
2015 2016 2017
Revenue in billions of $
Total + 10%
Organic + 7%
S U S T A I N A B L E P A T H T O D O U B L E - D I G I T E P S G R O W T H
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Double digit
annual EPS
growth
Expand specialty portfolio
with strategic acquisitions
Innovate and develop new
technologies and services
Repurchase 600K-1M
shares annually
Increase commercial
resources 6-8% annually
Double acquired
company margins
Enhance efficiencies
through Lean Six Sigma
and commercial excellence
5.0%
2006 2017 Platinum Vision Updated Expectations
R A I S I N G T H E B A R
R O I C D R I V E S S H A R E H O L D E R R E T U R N
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COMMERCIAL
EXCELLENCE
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M I C H A E L G A R R A T T
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35% more sales calls
25% more marketing campaigns
1,000 new customers, expanding
customer base by 5%
$1.0B increase in new opportunities
8% reduction of average territory
size, enabling greater
customer focus
20% more prospecting calls
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P O L Y O N E
+34%
$3.0 billion
$4.0 billion
A L I G N I N G W I T H T R E N D S F O R G R O W T H
T R A N S P O R T A T I O N P A C K A G I N G H E A L T H C A R E C O N S U M E R
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Facilitate
alternative
energy
solutions
Light-
weighting
Reduce
packaging
materials
Improve
recyclability
Reduce
spread of
infection
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Customization
55%
M&A
Innovation
Pipeline
Adjacent
Opportunity for
Growth Through New
Innovation comes from
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Adjacent
Opportunity for
Growth Through New
New
development
adjacent to our
existing
New development
beyond our current
Development within
our current
markets and
Create new
markets, target
new customer
Service existing
markets and
Adjacent
Opportunity for
Growth Through New
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markets and
Create new
markets, target
new customer
Service existing
markets and
Gordon/Polystrand –
Composites
GLS – Thermoplastic Elastomers
ColorMatrix – Liquid
Color & Additives
New
development
adjacent to our
existing
New development
beyond our current
Development within
our current
Adjacent
Opportunity for
Growth Through New
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markets and
Create new
markets, target
new customer
Service existing
markets and
Non-Halogen Flame
Retardant Polymers
Barrier Technologies
Fiber Colorants
Advanced Composites
Thermoplastic Elastomers
New
development
adjacent to our
existing
New development
beyond our current
Development within
our current
I N N O V A T I O N P I P E L I N E
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PrototypeFrame
Opportunity
Scale-up & Test
Build
Business Case
Commercial
Launch
Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
6
2 1
15 4
10
11
4
7
Breakthrough
Platform
Derivative
Number of Projects 26 16 20 15 2 79
Color Technologies – – $335 $670 $410 19 $1,415
Barrier Additives – – $160 $255 – 8 $415
Flame Retardant Polymers – – $200 $50 – 14 $250
Thermoplastic Elastomers – – $410 $80 $30 17 $520
Advanced Composites – – $100 $40 – 8 $140
Specialty Vinyl Formulations – – $25 $75 – 13 $100
Total Addressable Market
($ millions)
– – $1,230 $1,170 $440 $2,840
38%
$20
$52
Research & Development Spend
($ millions)
Vitality Index
% of sales from products launched last 5 years
I N N O V A T I O N D R I V E S E A R N I N G S G R O W T H
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A U N I Q U E C U S T O M E R E X P E R I E N C E
Industrial
Design
IQ DESIGN LABS
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Material
& Color
Expertise
Manufacturing
Expertise
3
14
Industrial designers
$0
$7M
$4M
$40M
Opportunity funnel New business revenue
3 D P R I N T I N G
B R I N G I N G N E W I D E A S T O L I F E
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Enables validation of fit and function
Shortens design cycle and time to market
Avoids tooling rework
Drives innovation
Delivers substantial customer value
LSS CUSTOMER FIRST
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Customer Projects
Enables sales growth by building more intimate
customer relationships, giving us insight to customers’
needs, with a service that is not easily replicated
2 85
Lead
Specialists
T H E E V O L V I N G C U S T O M E R R E L A T I O N S H I P
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Expanded Path
Traditional Path
Strategic Accounts/
Field Sales
Business
Development
Customer
Service
Web and Social
Media
Inside Sales
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Investments in digital and dedicated inside sales to
improve customer experience
80% increase in leads (from 6,000 to 11,000) driven
by website, phone, and online chat
EXPANDED PATH
A D D I N G C U S T O M E R T O U C H P O I N T S
4
21
Inside sellers
$11M
$88M
Inside sales/digital revenue
4 focused end-markets aligned with global
megatrends
5 strategic innovation platforms
30% increase in IQ Design projects
35% increase in revenue from inside sales/digital
≥35% vitality index
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I N N O V A T I N G W I T H P O L Y O N E
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SEGMENT REVIEWS
POLYONE
DISTRIBUTION
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S C O T T H O R N
D I S T R I B U T I O N
E N D M A R K E T S & S U P P L I E R S
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23%
22%
Electrical &
Building &
$20
$63
$73
2.9%
5.9%
1.0%
3.0%
5.0%
7.0%
15
25
35
45
55
65
75
Operating Income & Margin2017 Revenue | $1.2 Billion
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S E R V I C E I S O U R B U S I N E S S
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Uniquely positioned to help our customers grow
their brand and value-added solutions
1.2B
$
Annual Sales
250
Global Employees
24
Strategic
Presence
132
Sales Reps
Warehouse
Locations
6
Service Centers
Dedicated Commercial
Team
S E R V I C E I S O U R B U S I N E S S
S A F E L Y A N D R E S P O N S I B L Y
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95% on-time delivery
Customer/Product
Combinations
14,000
Transactions/Month
In-Person
Customer Visits
6,500 27,000
$
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37% more sales calls
$65M in new revenue from
inside sales
$400M increase in new
opportunities
24% increase in close rate
51% increase in prospecting calls
119
13211
1315
23
Sales R&D / Technical Marketing
+ 53%
+ 11%
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Providing differentiated services that meet the needs
of the changing customer landscape
G R O W T H T H R O U G H I N S I D E S A L E S
$65
PolyOne Distribution Inside Sales
$ in millions
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G R O W T H T H R O U G H M U L T I P L E S A L E S
C H A N N E L S
Technical
Field Sales
Key Accounts /
Industry Sales
Inside
Sales
Serving a broad spectrum of customers
Leveraging digital systems to drive awareness and
enhance the customer experience
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P O D S A L E S
+27%
$1.2 billion
$1.6 billion
>10% annual increase in revenue from inside sales and
digital with expanded customer touch points
8% annual expansion of sales funnel with best-in-class
service and technical expertise
6-8% compound annual operating income growth
6-7% operating margins
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SPECIALTY
ENGINEERED
MATERIALS
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M I C H A E L G A R R A T T
S P E C I A L T Y E N G I N E E R E D M A T E R I A L S
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Engineered
Formulations
Advanced
Thermoplastic
Elastomers
19%
Electrical &
13%
8%
Building &
S P E C I A L T Y E N G I N E E R E D M A T E R I A L S
Revenue by Region Operating Income & Margin
2 0 1 7 R E V E N U E | $ 6 2 4 M I L L I O N
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$21
$57
$76
0.1%
5.1%
9.3%
12.1%
Europe
28%
48%
22%
C A P I T A L I Z I N G O N T H E G L O B A L M A R K E T
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Demand for engineered materials is accelerating
Expanding thermoplastic elastomer portfolio to meet
the demands of local consumption
Grow and develop low smoke, non-halogen
technologies to meet increasing European standards
Adding capacity in strategic markets
India Germany
China North America
Establishing a commercial hub in Southeast Asia
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13% more sales calls
36% increase in customization
projects
$270M increase in new opportunities
12% reduction in average territory
size, enabling greater
customer focus
50% improvement in speed of
formulation turnaround
Increased commercial headcount
133
17335
39
120
147
+ 30%
+ 11%
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S E M
S A L E S
+43%
$610 million
$880 million
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Leading Sporting Goods
Manufacturer
Provided Lean Six Sigma training
and led an onsite Black Belt
project to improve product
development cycle times
Reduced
innovation project
cycle times by over
10%
and prototyping by
40%
80%
increased
resulting in
$500k
savings
I N N O V A T I O N S P O T L I G H T :
C O M P O S I T E S
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C O M P O S I T E S R E F R E S H E R
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Polymer
Composite
Strength
Design Flexibility
Continuous
Fiber
Thermoset
Short Glass
Fiber
Thermoplastics
Continuous Fiber
Long Glass Fiber
Thermoplastics
S T R A T E G I C I N V E S T M E N T H I S T O R Y
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Acquired
Polystrand
Installed LFT
production
Avon Lake
Long Fiber
Thermoplastic
(LFT)
Technology
Installed
LFT
Barbastro,
Spain
Acquired
Glasforms
Acquired
Gordon
Thermoplastic
Long Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastics
Continuous Fiber Thermosets
2010 2012 2015 2016 20162009 20122011 2014
C O M P O S I T E S I N T R A N S P O R T A T I O N
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W A T E R C R A F TR A I L H E A V Y T R U C K
Bulkheads and Transoms
Ceilings and Hatches
Doors and Cabinetry
Flooring
Door Panels
Side Walls
Flooring & Side Panels
Aerodynamic Fairings
Seat and Bunk
Reinforcements
44
At Acquisition Now
Commercial Resources
0%
At Acquisition Goal
Operating Margins
Test Market
Innovation
Projects
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A D V A N C E D C O M P O S I T E S
Long-term investments align with key global megatrends
Light-Weighting Design Flexibility Sustainability
>10% annual increase in customization projects
10% annual expansion of sales funnel, enhancing
portfolio in 4 focus end markets
20% increase in global capacity
12-15% compound annual operating income growth
14-16% operating margins
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PERFORMANCE
PRODUCTS
& SOLUTIONS
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D O N W I S E M A N
P E R F O R M A N C E P R O D U C T S & S O L U T I O N S
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Specialty Vinyl
Solutions
Healthcare
Formulations
Smart Device
Materials
Flame Retardant
Polymers
Building &
Electrical &
1%
Asia
77%
Mexico
P E R F O R M A N C E P R O D U C T S & S O L U T I O N S
Operating Income & MarginRevenue by Region
2 0 1 7 R E V E N U E | $ 7 2 1 M I L L I O N
$40
$33
$56
$77
4.6%
3.6%
7.2%
10.7%
16.0%
10
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$886 $668 $773 $721Sales
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25% more sales calls
113% increase in innovation
pipeline
$240M increase in new
opportunities
36% increase in
prospecting calls
300 basis point
improvement in
operating margin
57
66
18
37
53
+ 16%
+ 43%
+ 6%
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P P & S
S A L E S
+40%
$610 million
$850 million
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Leading Wire & Cable
Manufacturer
Provided Lean Six Sigma training
and led on-site Kaizen process
improvements
Reduced
over
400
labor hours
through
reorganized
work area and
floor space
Increased
manufacturing
throughput value
$1.4M
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IQ Design is collaborating with a
leading medical device
manufacturer to replace metal
and provide chemical resistance
to solve cracking issues related
to intense cleaning requirements
H E A L T H C A R E I N N O V A T I O N S
I N N O V A T I O N S P O T L I G H T :
F L A M E R E T A R D A N T
P O L Y M E R S
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F L A M E R E T A R D A N T
D R I V E R S
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Shift toward less toxic solutions
Increased consumer awareness
Focus on environmentally
friendly solutions
New regulatory standards
F L A M E R E T A R D A N T P E R F O R M A N C E S P E C T R U M
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Flame Retardant Flame Retardant Flame Retardant
Non-Halogen
No Dripping
Low Smoke
Low Toxicity &
Corrosiveness
H A L O G E N N O N - H A L O G E N L S F O H
( L o w S m o k e a n d F u m e ,
N o n - H a l o g e n )
Non-Halogen
R E G U L A T O R Y C H A N G E S P R O V I D E O P P O R T U N I T Y
L E D S O L U T I O N S
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Solutions for rigid molded &
extruded applications
Superior outdoor weather performance
Excellent light dispersion qualities
Formulated to meet stringent
flame-rating regulations
Custom design support to meet demand
8% more sales calls annually
10% annual expansion of sales funnel, including
breakthroughs in healthcare technologies
8-10% compound annual operating income growth
12-14% operating margins
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COLOR ADDITIVES
& INKS
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M A R K C R I S T
C O L O R , A D D I T I V E S & I N K S
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Solid
Colorants
Performance
Additives
Screen
Printing Inks
Liquid
Colorants
27%
14%
Textiles
Building &
8%
Electrical &
Operating Income & MarginRevenue by Region
C O L O R , A D D I T I V E S & I N K S
2 0 1 7 R E V E N U E | $ 8 9 3 M I L L I O N
$104
$139
0.9%
5.5%
12.2%
15.5%
16.0%
18.0%
110
120
130
140
150
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Europe
32%
46%
1%
Mexico
Brazil
C A P I T A L I Z I N G O N T H E G L O B A L M A R K E T
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Emerging markets driving strong demand for color
and additives
Rapid adoption of food and beverage
packaging additives
Fiber colorants growth focused on expanding
Asia-Pacific market
Increase commercial investments focused on China,
India and Mexico
Expand capacity in China and leverage investments
in India
Recent acquisitions increasing global reach
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35% more sales calls
30% increase in customized color
formulations
106% increase in innovation pipeline
$170M increase in new opportunities
20% increase in prospecting calls
9 days or less in design
turnaround time:
best-in-class
Increased commercial investment
301
382
38
43
209
275
+ 27%
+ 13%
+ 32%
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C A I S A L E S
+32%
$540 million
$710 million
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Developed
inventory
management
framework to
reduce
working
capital by
Printing Equipment
and Supply Manufacturer
Provided Lean Six Sigma training
and conducted process mapping
exercises to identify key
improvement opportunities
Optimize
manufacturing:
45%
improvement in
assembly process,
25%
cycle time
A D D I T I V E & C O L O R A N T
T E C H N O L O G I E S
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B A R R I E R T E C H N O L O G I E S
Active oxygen scavenging
additive in the bottle wall
Evolving technology for active
oxygen scavenging additive in
the bottle cap
Amosorb™ HyGuard™
UV and visible light blocking
additive to prevent degradation
of product
Lactra™ SX
Market leader in oxygen, light and UV barrier solutions for the PET bottle market
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S T R A T E G I C A D D R E S S A B L E M A R K E T > $ 2 0 0 M
F I B E R C O L O R A N T S
Eliminate waste water associated
with conventional dyeing
Help meet sustainability targets
for brand owners
Enable “uncolored fiber” producers
to bypass dyehouse
Strategic addressable market >$300M
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S T R A T E G I C I N V E S T M E N T H I S T O R Y
PolyOne Corporation 87
Thermoplastic
2011 2015 2018
Acquired
ColorMatrix
Acquired
Magenta
Acquired
IQAP
$10
$45
Revenue from Fiber Color
Invested in
development
of liquid fiber
colorant
technology
Expanded
solid
colorant
offerings
38
43
At Acquisition Now
Commercial Resources
Innovation
Projects
PolyOne Corporation 88
I N V E S T I N G F O R T H E F U T U R E
Nearly 900 projects identified
Gaining sustainable momentum & building trust with consumers
Sales Funnel
$125M
“We are unleashing the power of human potential, all
to advance the game.
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VERSAFLEX™
HC MEDICAL
TUBING SERIES
• Improve extrusion
rates, achieve high
service temperature
performance or
increase clarity
in medical tubing
• Meet
biopharmaceutical
needs for weldability
and minimize
extractables during
processing
VERSALLOY™
HC SERIES
• Obtain better flow in
long, thin paths and
lower shrink rates
versus typical TPVs
with our alloys, made
with Santoprene™
TPV
• Color easily and
obtain a smooth
tactile feel
VERSAFLEX™
HC GASKETS &
STOPPERS SERIES
• Achieve no coring,
good puncture and
resealability in static
stoppers
• Meet low COF
and low stiction
requirements in
dynamic seals
CL E SERIES
• Increase clarity and
flexibility in bags,
bottles and films
• Mitigate risk with
plasticizer-free
formulations for
film extrusion
• Deliver excellent
odor & O2 barrier
performance for
film extrusion
INDUSTRY BULLETIN
TPE HEALTHCARE PRODUCT SELECTOR GUIDE
Versaflex™ HC MT Series
Versaflex™ HC MT222 Clear 66A 0.88 14 - 334 2.30 629 4.34 898 6.19 430 220 36 ✔ ✔
High clarity,
without plasticizersVersaflex™ HC MT224 Clear 75A 0.89 19 - 468 3.23 773 5.33 1360 9.40 530 321 56 ✔ ✔
Versaflex™ HC MT226 Clear 84A 0.88 20 - 606 4.17 885 6.10 1600 11.00 600 433 76 ✔ ✔
Versaflex™ HC MT317 Clear 68A 0.89 17 69 450 3.10 660 4.55 870 6.00 470 221 39 ✔ ✔ Very high service temperature
Versaflex™ HC BT218 Natural 67A 0.89 19 69 381 2.60 683 4.70 1186 8.20 608 - - ✔ ✔ Weldable, kink resistant
Versaflex™ HC Gaskets & Stoppers Series
Versaflex™ HC 2110-35N Natural 34A 0.90 19 47 145 1.00 261 1.80 400 2.76 620 97 17 ✔ ✔ Good resealing
Versaflex™ HC 2110-43N Natural 43A 0.98 12 46 134 0.92 368 2.54 723 4.98 710 - - ✔ ✔ Good compression set
Versaflex™ HC 2110-57B Black 59A 1.01 20 37 369 2.54 558 3.85 537 3.70 350 147 26 ✔ ✔ Low stiction
Versaflex™ CL E Series
Versaflex™ CL E85 Clear 84A 0.90 20 72 752 5.18 1160 8.00 1550 10.70 450 433 76 ✔ ✔
High clarity, without
plasticizers; E95 also offers
excellent odor & O2 barrier
Versaflex™ CL E90 Clear 90A 0.90 27 73 1000 6.89 1230 8.50 1830 12.60 57 - - ✔ ✔
Versaflex™ CL E95 Clear 95A 0.90 38 71 1680 11.60 1730 11.90 2500 17.20 580 720 126 ✔ ✔
Versaflex™ HC 3810 Series
Versaflex™ HC 3810-20N Natural 20A 0.88 16 54 123 0.80 185 1.30 342 2.40 650 - - ✔ -
Formulated without
animal derivatives,
excellent colorability,
translucent
Versaflex™ HC 3810-30N Natural 30A 0.89 18 58 170 1.20 245 1.70 459 3.20 680 - - ✔ -
Versaflex™ HC 3810-40N Natural 40A 0.88 19 59 191 1.30 275 1.90 506 3.50 670 - - ✔ -
Versaflex™ HC 3810-50N Natural 50A 0.89 21 61 264 1.80 366 2.50 699 4.80 690 - - ✔ -
Versaflex™ HC 3810-60N Natural 60A 0.88 24 65 459 3.20 594 4.10 790 5.40 510 - - ✔ -
Versaflex™ HC 3810-70N Natural 70A 0.88 28 67 535 3.70 684 4.70 1000 6.90 570 - - ✔ -
Versaflex™ HC 3810-80N Natural 80A 0.88 30 67 689 4.80 869 6.00 1390 9.60 620 - - ✔ -
Versaflex™ HC 3810-90N Natural 90A 0.88 27 89 1087 7.50 1350 9.30 1890 13.00 570 - - ✔ -
Versalloy™ HC 9210 Series
Versalloy™ HC 9210-45N Natural 45A 0.89 19 39 160 1.10 320 2.20 484 3.33 480 100 18 - ✔
Smooth surface
aestheticsVersalloy™ HC 9210-55N Natural 53A 0.89 20 44 208 1.44 335 2.31 580 4.00 610 120 21 - ✔
Versalloy™ HC 9210-70N Natural 70A 0.89 23 53 356 2.45 510 3.52 780 5.38 590 180 32 - ✔
Versalloy™ HC 9220 Series
Versalloy™ HC 9220-70 Natural 70A 0.95 17 51 453 3.12 - - 643 4.43 265 208 36 ✔ ✔
ExtrudableVersalloy™ HC 9220-80 Natural 80A 0.94 18 59 553 3.67 777 5.36 945 6.52 415 208 36 ✔ ✔
Versalloy™ HC 9220-90 Natural 90A 0.94 25 55 1030 8.13 1350 9.33 1945 13.45 620 400 70 ✔ ✔
Standard Healthcare Grades
Versaflex™ G2705N Natural 60A 0.88 - - - - 528 3.64 670 4.62 470 - - ✔ ✔ Natural, high strength
Versaflex™ CL 2242 Clear 43A 0.89 23 - 152 1.05 294 2.02 731 5.00 780 124 22 ✔ ✔
High clarity, boilable
Versaflex™ CL 2250 Clear 50A 0.89 20 - 220 1.52 337 2.32 827 5.70 770 140 25 ✔ ✔
Versaflex™ OM Series
Versaflex™ OM 1040X Natural 42A 0.92 22 - 180 1.24 301 2.08 504 3.47 580 100 18 ✔ ✔ ABS/PC
overmoldVersaflex™ OM 3060 Clear 59A 0.90 33 - 420 2.90 360 2.48 500 3.45 480 180 32 ✔ ✔
Color Hardness Specific Gravity Compression Set
@ 23°C
Compression Set
@ 100°C 100% Modulus 300% Modulus Tensile Strength Elongation Tear Strength ISO
10993 USP VI Special
Characteristics
ASTM Shore A ASTM/ISO ASTM % ASTM % ASTM psi Mpa ASTM psi Mpa ASTM psi ISO Mpa ASTM % ASTM pll ISO kN/m
GENERAL PROPERTIES TENSILE PROPERTIES OTHER
For further information on specific grades, review technical data sheets.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-06/Complet REC Technical Bulletin.pdf
Additionally, longer filaments of fiber
provide more stiffness and strength to support
weight loads and exceptional impact and fatigue
resistance to endure rigorous usage environments.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-09/stan-tone-pep-et-product-bulletin.pdf
% Pigment Specific Gravity Color Index Lightfastness
WHITE
10ET03 Titanium Dioxide, Rutile 56 1.74 PW-6 I/O
YELLOW
12ET01 Diarylide AAOT GS 40 1.15 PY-14 I
12ET03 Diarylide HR RS 20 1.07 PY-83 I/O (Mass)
13ET02 Isoindolinone RS 20 1.11 PY-110 I/O
13ET03 Benzimidazolone GS 20 1.08 PY-151 I/O (Mass)
81ET01 Iron Oxide 60 1.84 PY-42 I/O
ORANGE
15ET03 Benzimidazolone RS 25 1.11 PO-36 I/O
RED
20ET01 Red Lake C YS 30 1.16 PR-53 I
22ET01 Lithol Rubine BS 30 1.17 PR-57:1 I
23ET04 Quinacridone BS 15 1.05 PV-19 I/O
23ET06 Specialty Naphthol BS 30 1.09 PR-170 I/O (Mass) C
25ET01 Red 2B, Ca Salt BS 29 1.15 PR-48:2 I/O (Mass)
28ET01 Red 2B, Ba Salt YS 30 1.18 PR-48:1 I/O (Mass)
82ET01 Iron Oxide, Light BS 60 1.94 PR-101 I/O
82ET02 Iron Oxide, Dark VBS 60 1.95 PR-101 I/O
82ET04 Iron Oxide, Light VYS 60 1.94 PR-101 I/O
BLUE
40ET01 Phthalocyanine GS 25 1.11 PB-15:3 I/O
40ET05 Phthalocyanine RS 20 1.09 PB-15 I/O
42ET02 Ultramarine 55 1.46 PB-29 I/O
49ET01 Cobalt 65 2.02 PB-28 I/O
GREEN
50ET01 Phthalocyanine BS 30 1.2 PG-7 I/O
50ET03 Phthalocyanine YS 25 1.16 PG-7 I/O
59ET01 Chromium Oxide 65 2.12 PG-17 I/O
VIOLET/MAGENTA
24ET03 Quinacridone Violet 20 1.08 PV-19 I/O
24ET04 Ultramarine Violet 60 1.66 PV-15 I/O
24ET05 Quinacridone Magenta 20 1.08 PR-122 I/O
24ET06 Benzimidazolone 25 1.08 PV-32 I/O
24ET07 Carbazole Violet 13 1.05 PV-23 I/O
BROWN/TAN
83ET01 Iron Oxide, Light 64 2.02 PBr-6 I/O
83ET02 Iron Oxide, Dark 60 1.9 PBr-6 I/O
BLACK
90ET04 Furnace - Medium 22 1.12 PBk-7 I/O
90ET05 Iron Oxide 60 1.9 PBk-11 I/O
POLYETHER URETHANE PASTE COLORANTS (ET)
PEP/ET
RS = Red Shade
YS = Yellow Shade
VYS = Very Yellow Shade
BS = Blue Shade
VBS = Very Blue Shade
GS = Green Shade
HR = Heat-Resistant
LIGHTFASTNESS
I = Indoor Only
I/O = Indoor or Outdoor
Mass = Outdoor Masstone Application Only
C = Some Caution Advised
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FX -11%
FX -3%
Total Avient -14%
YoY Comparison against 2022 pro forma results
• Aging infrastructure driving need for greater
technological advancements and upgrades
• Increased focus on strength and capacity
of electrical grid plays into further adoption
of composites into the market
UV, weather-resistance, customized
capabilities
Best-in-class customer responsiveness
Local high-quality manufacturing,
unparalleled breadth of portfolio
Expanding position in insulators, utility
poles, crossarms, and wind energy
Avient Confidential 15
ENERGY
15
• Fiber-optic investments from AT&T, Corning,
Commscope continue to drive industry toward
innovation
• $42B BEAD program in Infrastructure Bill to
increase cable deployments; well-positioned to
capitalize on “Made in America” requirement and
“last mile” buildout
Flame retardance, weather-resistance enables
faster, safer, more reliable connections
Local manufacturing, unparalleled breadth of
portfolio
Expanding position in insulation for wire
jacketing, 5G buildout
TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Source: U.S.
National Defense
budget of $842 billion submitted to Congress
in Q1 2023
• European NATO members annual defense
spend expected to increase by up to 20%
Dyneema® is the world’s strongest fiber™
One of the highest strength to weight
ratios of any material on Earth
Direct relationships with industry leading
armor manufacturers
Resistant to most chemicals, UV, and
moisture to handle any environment
Avient Confidential 17
DEFENSE
Source: US Department of Defense, defense.gov, NATO17
Source:
TRANSPORTATION
• Increased EPA regulations requiring
improved fuel efficiency, enabled in part by
lower-weight vehicles
• Automakers preparing for 2/3 of U.S.
vehicles to be 100% electric by 2032
Lightweight panels that establish both
strength and stiffness resulting in
decreased energy usage, lower emissions
Long-lasting Color applications to resist
UV exposure, temperature fluctuations
and exceed the stylistic requirements of
global automakers
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$130
$530
$0.60
$2.40
2023 GUIDANCE
19
Sales Adjusted EBITDA
$845
$3,400
Adjusted EPS
(in millions) (in millions)
CASH FLOW / LEVERAGE
20
• Maintaining free cash flow
and leverage guidance from
February earnings call
• IT investment to further
integrate acquired
businesses and capture
operational efficiencies
• Restructuring actions to
streamline operations and
improve profitability,
primarily in Europe
($ millions) 2023E
Cash Flow from Operating Activities 350$
Less:
Run-Rate CapEx (110)
CapEx for IT System Upgrade (25)
CapEx for Restructuring (15)
Total CapEx (150)
Free Cash Flow 200$
Adjusted EBITDA 530$
Net Debt / Adjusted EBITDA 2.9x
LONG-TERM REVENUE GROWTH DRIVERS
Growth Drivers
Long-Term
Growth Rate
Sustainable Solutions 8–12%
Healthcare 8–10%
Composites 10%
Asia / LATAM 5%
Other (GDP growth) 2–3%
Avient 6.5%
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Sustainable
Solutions
32%
Asia / LATAM
Composites
Other (GDP
Growth)
39%
• Virtual presentation to be held
September 20, 2023
• The company will be
conducting an investor-focused
presentation around our
sustainability solutions portfolio
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SUSTAINABILITY
INVESTOR DAY
22
$340M
$405M
$455M
$550M
$790M
$915M
2016 2017 2018 2019 2020PF** 2021 2022PF***
SUSTAINABILITY FOR A BETTER TOMORROW
Revenue From Sustainable Solutions* 2016-2022
($ in millions)
Organic Future Growth Revenue Assumptions From Sustainable Solutions: 8 - 12%
23
*Avient Sustainable Solutions definitions aligned with FTC 2012 Guide for the Use of Environmental Marketing Claims (“Green Guides”)
**2020 is Pro Forma to include full year of the Clariant Color business
***2022 is Pro Forma for the acquisition of Avient Protective Materials and the divestiture of Distribution
$1,175M
Lightweighting
Eco-Conscious
Recycle Solutions
VOC Reduction
Sustainable Infrastructure
Human Health & Safety
Reduced Energy Use
Bio-polymers
SUSTAINABILITY NEEDS BY MARKET
B&C
• Eco-Conscious
• Carbon footprint
• Resource
conservation
• Carbon footprint
• Bio based content
• Eco-Conscious
Automotive
• Light weighting
• Recycled Content
• VOC reduction
• Recycle Solutions
• Carbon Footprint
Packaging
• Recycle Solutions
• Food waste
reduction
Common Theme: CO2 Emission Goals
Increasing Single-Use Plastic Regulation
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INVESTING
IN INNOVATION
S U S T A I N A B I L I T Y P O R T F O L I O
25
AP P EN D IX
28
RAW MATERIAL 2022 ANNUAL PURCHASES
Performance
Additives
Pigments
12%
TiO2
Dyestuffs
2%
Polyethylene
Nylon
Polypropylene
Styrenic Block
Copolymer
Other Raw
Materials
33%
~40% hydrocarbon based
(Grey shaded materials are hydrocarbon based,
includes portion of “Other Raw Materials”)
Non-hydrocarbon
based materials
• Cost inflation
decelerating,
particularly for
hydrocarbon-based
raw materials
2022 pro forma results for the acquisition of Avient Protective Materials
SEGMENT DATA
U.S. & Canada
40%
37%
18%
2022 PRO FORMA SEGMENT, END MARKET AND GEOGRAPHY
GEOGRAPHY REVENUESEGMENT FINANCIALS
24%
Building and
END MARKET REVENUE
$2,355M $402M
$1,300M $272M
Sales EBITDA
Specialty Engineered Materials
Color Additives and Inks
$592M$3,653M
(1)
9%
30
(1) Total company sales and adjusted EBITDA of $3,653M and $592M, respectively, include intercompany sales eliminations and corporate costs
C O L O R , A D D I T I V E S & I N K S
2022 REVENUE | $2 .4 B ILL ION
34%
38%
END MARKET REGION
31
34%
21%
Building &
1% Energy
2%
S P E C I A LT Y E N G I N E E R E D M AT E R I A L S
2022 PRO FORMA REVENUE | $1 .3 B ILL ION
END MARKET
52%
35%
REGION
32
19%
8%Industrial
9% Defense
Building &
32%
27%
14%
Building &
3%
1% Defense
1%
(18% of sales)
9%
2022 PROFORMA AVIENT REGIONAL SALES
BY END MARKET
27%
14%
17%
Building &
(37% of sales)Transportation
24%
12%
Building &
US &
Canada
(40% of sales)
56%
23%
Building &
1%
LATAM
(5% of sales)
3%
33
PEER COMPARISONS
AVIENT IS ASSET LIGHT
Capex / Revenue
2023E (%)
Avient Specialty
Other Specialty /
Note: Avient reflects 2023 estimated revenue of $3,400 and estimated run-rate CAPEX of $110M.
35
4 4
5 5 5
6
7
9
FREE CASH FLOW CONVERSION
Note: Free cash flow conversion calculated as (Adjusted EBITDA – Capex) / Adjusted EBITDA.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-12/Polystrand Thermoplastic Composite Panel Application _ Install Guide.pdf
POLYSTRAND™
THERMOPLASTIC COMPOSITE PANELS
APPLICATION & INSTALLATION GUIDE
PRODUCT
DESCRIPTION
FEATURE BENEFIT
Exceptional strength-to-weight ratio Lightweight yet strong structural
performance and increased payloads
Resistance to UV light, chemicals,
moisture degradation and rot Withstands harsh conditions
Tough and impact resistant Durability and long product life
Dimensionally stable Consistent performance in extreme
temperature and humidity fluctuations
Strong adhesive properties Easy bonding to various materials
FEATURE BENEFIT
Ready-to-install Fewer parts & reduced scrap
Large format Improved aesthetics with
seamless designs
Made via continuous-fiber
manufacturing process Consistent quality in every panel
PERFORMANCE ADVANTAGES
MANUFACTURING ADVANTAGES
Polystrand™ Thermoplastic Composite
Panels are engineered to provide
simplified installation, long-lasting
components, and overall cost reduction.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-01/Maxxam REC Recycled Polyolefin Formulations Product Bulletin.pdf
KEY CHARACTERISTICS
• Formulated with 25–100% recycled resin
from PIR & PCR sources
• Reduces waste and supports the circular
economy
• Achieves equivalent performance to
standard polyolefin formulations
• Can be recycled at end of life
• Provides good stiffness, durability,
impact resistance and UV stability
• Enables customized performance
characteristics depending on
application need
MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS
Maxxam REC Polyolefins are suitable for use across
many industries and applications where traditional
polyolefin materials are used, including:
• Transportation - HVAC systems, engine guards,
battery housings, flame retardant applications
• Industrial - Structural parts, furniture
• Consumer - Household appliances,
personal care items, packaging, office supplies,
food contact applications
• Electrical and Electronic – Housings, buttons,
junction boxes
SUSTAINABILITY BENEFITS
• Formulated with 25–100% recycled resin
from PIR and/or PCR sources
• Reduces waste and supports the circular
economy
• Reduces carbon footprint
• Can be recycled at end of life
PRODUCT BULLETIN
CHARACTERISTICS UNITS
Maxxam REC
RS5200-5029 C
BLACK X2
Maxxam REC
MX5200-5036
HS I BLACK
Maxxam REC
MX5200-5037
Maxxam REC
MX5200-5038
Maxxam REC
MX5200-5039
Filler/
Reinforcement – Unfilled Unfilled 20% Mineral 40% Mineral 30% Glass Fiber
Recycled
Content – 95% PCR 97% PIR 75% PIR 55% PIR 65% PIR
Density
(ISO 1183) g/ccm 0.93 0.95 1.09 1.28 1.15
Tensile Modulus
(ISO 527-1) MPa 1250 950 1500 2150 4250
Tensile Stress
(ISO 527-2) MPa 25 175 10 15 50
Tensile Strain Break (ISO
527-2) % >20 >80 >30 17 4.5
Charpy Notched
(ISO 179) kJ/m 3 8 5 4 11
TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE
CHARACTERISTICS UNITS
Maxxam REC
RS5200-5026
RS NHFR
BLACK 70
Maxxam REC
FR H8 V2
BLACK RG 70
Maxxam REC
L6 GF/30 H
BLACK T RG
70
Maxxam REC
MX5200-5027
RS HS
BLACK RG
Maxxam REC
MX5200-5028
RS HS
BLACK RG
Maxxam REC
C10 H-UV AS
EP RG
BLACK 70
Filler/
Reinforcement – 30% Glass Fiber Unfilled 30% Glass Fiber 30% Glass Fiber 40% Talcum Unfilled
Recycled Content – 37% PIR 90% PIR 55% PIR 35% PIR 50% PIR 25% PIR
Density
(ISO 1183) g/ccm 1.42 0.950 1.13 1.15 1.23 1.03
Tensile Modulus
(ISO 527-1) MPa 8250 1300 6100 6400 – 700
Tensile Stress
(ISO 527-2) MPa 71.0 30.0 70.0 70.0 28.0 15.0
Notched Izod
(ISO 180) kJ/m – 4.0 10 5.8 2.7 No Break
Flame Rating
@ 1.6mm thickness
(UL 94)
– V-0 V-2 HB HB HB HB
TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE
Copyright © 2023, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-07/comptek-catalog.pdf
We have helped
customers develop parts that are:
• Wear-resistant: End products such as
bearings and sleeves that do not
require lubrication
• Conductive: Electrical and/or thermal
conductivity, in molded and extruded parts
• X-Ray opaque: Used for medical and dental
devices.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-09/chemically-compatible-tpes-for-cosmetic-pkg-application-bulletin.pdf
VERSAFLEX PKG
4345, 4355, 4365
VERSAFLEX PKG
4465
VERSAFLEX PKG
4570
VERSAFLEX PKG
4665
Chemical
Compatibility
Soaps, low-cost
solution for
non-polar oils
Soaps, some oils Polar & non-polar oils,
non-polar solvents
Non-polar oils
(abrasion resistant)
Regulatory
Compliance*
REACH SVHC,
FDA 21 CFR
EU 10/2011
REACH SVHC &
FDA 21 CFR
FDA CFR
FDA CFR
Hardness 45A, 55A, 65A 65A 70A 65A
Overmolded
Substrate Polypropylene Polypropylene
Polycarbonate
ABS
PC/ABS
Polycarbonate
ABS
PC/ABS
Color Translucent Translucent Natural Natural
* Please contact Avient for additional information
HOW CHEMICALLY COMPATIBLE VERSAFLEX PKG TPEs MAKE THE DIFFERENCE
IN COSMETIC PACKAGING
Chemical compatibility – Versaflex PKG TPEs do
not discolor, etch, crack or delaminate when in
contact with most soaps, lotions, oils, surfactants
and solvents found in cosmetics.