With improved processability, reduced energy use, and lower minimum wall thickness, these new materials are an ideal alternative to PBT in gel-filled stranded loose tube optical fiber applications.”

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Animal testing may be required when there are no viable alternatives. Avient is committed to replacing, reducing and refining the use of animal testing by applying the following practices: • Replace – Before any vertebrae testing, Avient will investigate the use of alternative methods and approaches, including use of data that is already publically available, computational toxicology models and read-across to available data for similar substances. • Reduce – Avient will only consider animal testing if it is a legal requirement, or to ensure the safety of our products, when no suitable alternatives are available.

CONCRETE REINFORCEMENT I N F R A S T R U C T U R E R E P A I R • Alternative to steel for reduced weight and improved corrosion resistance • Surface modification capabilities to improve concrete adhesion • Superior strength-to-weight ratio • Durable, long-lasting performance to extend service life • Provided peel ply and other surface modification capabilities that comply with specific CA regulations and allowed for better adhesion with concrete • Performed with higher strength-to-weight ratio than typical steel alternatives • Prolonged service life by resisting corrosion and dampening vibration Glasforms™ Carbon Fiber Composites KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

CRAFTECH® N O N - M E T A L L I C F A S T E N E R S • Corrosion resistance • Electrical isolation • Strength performance similar to competitive products made of metals • Supplied pre-colored long fiber reinforced composites for consistent appearance • Formulated an LFT solution to meet key performance needs and strength to compete against metal alternatives • Delivered custom formulated materials on- time with short lead times and in low release quantities Complēt™ Long Glass Fiber ETPU Composite KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT? AVIENT SOLUTION METAL ALTERNATIVE LEARN MORE Copyright © 2020, Avient Corporation.

The alternatives often are not as efficient and process more slowly. SynPlicity™ 1000 cosmetic ester provides an excellent balance of performance and durability for nail polish formulations in a highly-efficient, non-phthalate and bio-based alternative to petroleum-derived plasticizers. SynPlicity™ 1000 cosmetic ester can help you achieve plasticizer usage levels and performance characteristics comparable to DBP, BBP and other high solvating plasticizers with a 94% bio-based, non-phthalate alternative.

AN ALTERNATIVE FLAME RETARDANT SOLUTION FOR CATEGORY CABLES CASE STUDY: MAXXAM™ FR POLYPROPYLENE Challe nge Accepted. MEETING FR GOALS IN DATA CABLES WITH AN ALTERNATIVE TO FEP Maxxam FR materials can provide cost savings and improved processing capabilities when used in category 5e cables and above. THE SOLUTION The manufacturer worked with Avient to identify alternatives to FEP insulation that would meet requirements in their data cable.

They offer a more sustainable alternative to density modified grades based on prime/virgin polymers. They help to reduce product carbon footprint compared to fossil feedstock alternatives, reduce waste, and support the circular economy. KEY CHARACTERISTICS • Customized density offering a wide range of specific gravities (1.5–11 gm/cm3) • Formulated with partially bio-based resin from renewable plant sources • Broad modulus range, from very flexible to very rigid grades • Corrosion resistance that withstands oxidization for long-term use and benefit • Chemical resistance that can be adapted depending on base resin as required • Provides visual surface effects, aesthetics and cool touch • Design flexibility and processing ease • Food contact compliance available MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS Applications in packaging and consumer goods in which a more sustainable solution is preferred: • Cosmetic caps and closures • Perfume caps • Spirit bottle caps • Luxury boxes • Handles and knobs SUSTAINABILITY BENEFITS • Formulated with partially bio-based resin from renewable plant sources • Reduces waste and supports the circular economy • Reduces carbon footprint compared to fossil feedstock alternatives • Simplifies manufacturing and lowers cost versus metal PRODUCT BULLETIN CHARACTERISTICS UNITS Gravi-Tech BIO GT5200-5077 FD Natural Gravi-Tech BIO RS5200-5001 RS FD Natural Gravi-Tech BIO RS5200-5001 RS FD Natural X1 Gravi-Tech BIO GT5200-5003 FD Black Gravi-Tech BIO GT5200-5004 FD Black Gravi-Tech BIO GT5200-5002 FD Black Base Resin Bio-based PP Bio-based PP Bio-based PP Bio-based PP Bio-based PP Bio-based PP Recycled Content/Filler g/cm Mineral Mineral Mineral Metallic Metallic Metallic Density (ISO 1183) g/ccm 1.90 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.5 3.0 AVAILABLE GRADES Copyright © 2023, Avient Corporation.