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As a result, chemical emissions testing and reporting is now a requirement for most major automotive manufacturers.

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For more information visit the Product Carbon Footprint section of this report.

Each of us, particularly personnel in the Finance organization, is expected to report any accounting or auditing matters that would appear to circumvent the preparation of reliable financial reports or the internal control system, and to report other concerns regarding questionable accounting or auditing matters. Certain European countries limit the topics you can report and your ability to report anonymously. An independent company receives all Web and phone reports on the Ethics Hotline and reports the information to the Corporate Ethics Officer.

In this press release, statements that are not reported financial results or other historical information are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. 1)  Special items include charges related to specific strategic initiatives or financial restructuring such as: consolidation of operations; debt extinguishment costs; costs incurred directly in relation to acquisitions or divestitures, including adjustments related to contingent consideration; employee separation costs resulting from personnel reduction programs, plant realignment costs, executive separation agreements; asset impairments; mark-to-market adjustments associated with actuarial gains and losses on pension and other post-retirement benefit plans; environmental remediation costs, fines, penalties and related insurance recoveries related to facilities no longer owned or closed in prior years; gains and losses on the divestiture of operating businesses, joint ventures and equity investments; gains and losses on facility or property sales or disposals; results of litigation, fines or penalties, where such litigation (or action relating to the fines or penalties) arose prior to the commencement of the performance period; one-time, non- recurring items; and the effect of changes in accounting principles or other such laws or provisions affecting reported results.

In general, nominees are selected on the basis of the following criteria, among others: business or professional experience; knowledge and skill in certain specialty areas such as accounting and finance, international markets, physical sciences and technology, or the specialty materials industry; personal characteristics such as ethical standards, integrity, judgment, leadership, and the ability to devote sufficient time to the affairs of the Company; substantial accomplishment with demonstrated leadership capabilities; freedom from outside interests that conflict with the Company’s best interests; the unique backgrounds and experience they will bring to the Board, including differences in viewpoint, background and skill; and the needs of the Company from time to time. In addition to the other duties of a director under these Guidelines, the Chairman of the Board (if an independent director) or the Lead Director, as applicable, is responsible for coordinating the activities of the independent directors, and in that role will: 4 Chair executive sessions of the non-employee directors, as described below under the caption “Executive Sessions,” and provide feedback and perspective to the Chief Executive Officer regarding discussions at these sessions; Approve information sent to the Board; Approve meeting agendas for the Board; Approve meeting schedules to assure that there is sufficient time for discussion of all agenda items; Serve as a liaison and facilitate communications between the Chief Executive Officer and other members of the Board; Advise the Chief Executive Officer as to the quality, quantity and timeliness of the flow of information from management to the Board and regarding the effectiveness of Board meetings; Interview all Board candidates, and provide the Governance and Corporate Responsibility Committee with recommendations on each candidate; Maintain close contact with the Chair of each standing committee and assist in ensuring communications between each committee and the Board; Consider the retention of advisers and consultants who report directly to the Board; Chair Board meetings; Have the authority to call meetings of the independent directors; If requested by major shareholders, ensure that he or she is available for consultation and direct communication; and Perform various other duties as may from time to time be determined by the Board. The Board administers its risk oversight function directly and through its committees. 8 The Board has delegated specific risk oversight responsibility to the committees of the Board as follows: (i) the Audit Committee oversees risks related to the Company’s financial statements, financial reporting processes, internal controls, information technology, and cybersecurity; (ii) the Compensation Committee oversees risks related to the Company’s compensation programs; (iii) the Governance and Corporate Responsibility Committee oversees risks related to the Company’s programs, policies, and practices related to certain sustainability and governance matters, including a review of reports on corporate responsibility and/or sustainability published by the Company; and (iv) the Environmental, Health and Safety Committee oversees risks related to safety, health, physical security, environmental, and product stewardship matters.

Additional Requirements: The Company’s directors and officers who are subject to the reporting and liability provisions of Section 16 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 or the restrictions applicable to “affiliates” under Rule 144 promulgated by the Securities and Exchange Commission will be informed of their status by the General Counsel and are reminded that additional policies and procedures are applicable to them. 17. Revised: December 20, 2024 ANNEX A COVERED EMPLOYEES All Directors All Elected Officers All Appointed Officers Assistant Controller Executive Assistants to Covered Employees Corporate Communications/Investor Relations (all levels) Internal Audit VP, Directors, Managers and Staff of Audit (all levels), Tax Managers and Tax Analysts, Staff of Tax (all levels) Directors, Managers and Staff, Mergers and Acquisitions and functional professionals supporting Mergers and Acquisitions (including Legal professionals) All Other Employees (including Finance and IT employees) with access to full quarterly results within the Avient Systems Secretaries and Direct-Reporting Assistants to any Covered Employee Financial and Business Consultants who have undertaken to comply with this policy Revised: December 20, 2024 ANNEX B Please access the PeopleLink home page and search for “pre-clearance” after clicking “My Help” General Counsel: Amy M. Sanders By Phone: (440) 930-1318 or By E-Mail: Amy.Sanders@Avient.com Jamie Beggs By Phone: (440) 930-3574 or By E-Mail: Jamie.Beggs@Avient.com mailto:Amy.Sanders@Avient.com mailto:Jamie.Beggs@Avient.com Revised: December 20, 2024 ANNEX C The following list illustrates examples of types of information that may be considered Inside Information, if not yet available to the public: Ø Unpublished monthly, quarterly or annual financial information, statements or reports for the Company or its subsidiaries; Ø Proposed mergers, acquisitions and divestitures; Ø Proposed new security issues; Ø Liquidity or cash problems; Ø Changes in earnings, dividends or other financial information; Ø Pending patents or new products; Ø Credit history; Ø Information concerning significant changes in the business or personal lives of senior-level management; Ø The existence of and risks associated with significant threatened or pending litigation; Ø Significant regulatory proceedings and governmental investigations involving the Company; Ø Significant cybersecurity incidents involving the Company; and Ø Awareness that the Company or management’s expectations regarding Company performance differ significantly from analysts’ expectations.