Gain on sale of business Business acquisitions, net of cash acquired Proceeds from sale of businesses and other assets

Taxes paid on gain on sale of business Business Segment Operations (Unaudited) Taxes paid on gain on sale of business

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We have developed key recruitment and retention strategies, objectives and measures that guide our human capital management approach as part of the overall management of our business. Business Development Manager, Color and Additives Asia, February 2010 to January 2011. Bank Trust Company, National Association (as successor in interest to U.S.

Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those implied by these forward-looking statements include the impact the COVID-19 pandemic has on our business, results from operations, financial condition and liquidity; the time required to consummate the acquisition of Clariant's color and additive masterbatch business; the satisfaction or waiver of conditions in the purchase agreements; any material adverse changes in Clariant's color and additive masterbatch business; the ability to obtain required regulatory or other third-party approvals and consents and otherwise consummate the proposed acquisition of Clariant's color and additive masterbatch business; our ability to achieve the strategic and other objectives relating to the proposed acquisition of Clariant's color and additive masterbatch business, including any expected synergies; our ability to successfully integrate Clariant's color and additive masterbatch business and achieve the expected results of the acquisition of Clariant's color and additive masterbatch business, including, without limitation, the acquisition being accretive; disruptions, uncertainty or volatility in the credit markets that could adversely impact the availability of credit already arranged and the availability and cost of credit in the future; the effect on foreign operations of currency fluctuations, tariffs and other political, economic and regulatory risks; changes in polymer consumption growth rates and laws and regulations regarding plastics in jurisdictions where we conduct business; changes in global industry capacity or in the rate at which anticipated changes in industry capacity come online; fluctuations in raw material prices, quality and supply, and in energy prices and supply; production outages or material costs associated with scheduled or unscheduled maintenance programs; unanticipated developments that could occur with respect to contingencies such as litigation and environmental matters; an inability to raise or sustain prices for products or services; an ability to achieve or delays in achieving or achievement of less than the anticipated financial benefit from initiatives related to acquisitions and integration, working capital reductions, costs reductions and employee productivity goals; information systems failures and cyberattacks; and other factors affecting our business beyond our control, including, without limitation, changes in the general economy, changes in interest rates and changes in the rate of inflation. Business acquisitions, net of cash acquired Business Segment Operations (Unaudited)

SOLVING PRODUCTION BOTTLENECKS WITH A CUSTOMIZED ADDITIVE FORMULATION © 2020, All Rights Reserved Avient Corporation, 33587 Walker Road, Avon Lake, Ohio USA 44012 To learn more about WithStand Antimicrobials, contact Avient at +1.844.4AVIENT (1.844.428.4368) THE CHALLENGE A well-known manufacturer of private label toothbrushes and dental care products for national drug store chains was experiencing several production problems in its molding operations. THE IMPACT Avient was able to reduce lead time on these newly developed additives by a week versus the original supplier, enabling this customer to better manage and control inventory levels. WithStand Antimicrobial Additives provide a proven, effective, durable, uncompromised solution to limit microbe development in finished plastic devices.

But using existing energy infrastructure to deliver these sources, especially among nations that have relied on traditional energy sources for centuries, has limitations. To help address these challenges, Avient teamed up with a leading technology development company. THE SOLUTION Avient worked with the company to develop a novel reinforcement material comprised of Avient Fiber-Line™ carbon fiber tows in which the filaments were manipulated to increase strength and improve abrasion resistance.

BUSINESS Business Overview specialized developer and manufacturer of performance enhancing additives, liquid colorants and fluoropolymer and silicone colorants. Business Development Manager, Color and Additives Asia, 2010 to 2011. Our Business specialized developer and manufacturer of performance enhancing additives, liquid colorants and fluoropolymer and silicone colorants.

You may recognize the two healthcare megatrends that are driving global demand for pharmaceutical packaging, medical devices and drug delivery devices: economic gains in developing nations and an aging global population that requires treatment for chronic conditions. The necessary increase in efficiencies has pushed optimization efforts into every facet of product development and distribution—from supply chain through production. You have an opportunity to drive growth by addressing global demand for your products, which is spiking in direct response to the needs of elderly patients and the increasing number of middle-class consumers in China, India and Brazil, among other nations.

Research and Development We have substantial technology and development capabilities. We operate research and development centers that support our commercial development activities and manufacturing operations. POWELL Retired Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, National Starch and Chemical Company Committee: 2* KERRY J.