PRODUCT BULLETIN ColorMatrix™ Liquid Dispersion for Extrusion Blow Molding Avient’s ColorMatrix™ LCX liquid color products are the latest advancement in technology to deliver stable pigment dispersions for the extrusion blow molding (EBM) process. These highly concentrated liquid formulations deliver a consistent finish with repeatable and dependable processing. ColorMatrix LCX dispersions are designed to minimize and eliminate screw slip, streaking and specking, all while generating cost-to-color savings through processing efficiencies that include: • Handling efficiency – bulk distribution, individual feed stations • Inventory reduction – less inventory and required floor space • Process efficiency – improved color change times KEY CHARACTERISTICS • Highly concentrated pigment dispersions specifically for EBM processing • Provides dimensional stability by utilizing more resin instead of fillers • Reduces costs through handling and processing efficiencies • Customization available for design and product handling • Can be formulated in combination with a wide selection of additive technologies to meet performance needs MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS ColorMatrix LCX Liquid Dispersions for EBM processing are well suited for the following: • Monolayer applications • LDR less than 3% • Large volume whites and blacks • Tints 1.844.4AVIENT www.avient.com Copyright © 2021, Avient Corporation.

Enhancing polymer materials with colorants can: • Differentiate products • Reinforce branding • Evoke emotions • Add value to a commodity item • Promote safety Creative and effective use of polymer colorants, which come in liquid and solid forms, can have an impact all along the value chain. COMPLEMENTARY SOLUTIONS SMART COLORANTS: MAKING THE MOST OF COLOR SOLID COLORANTS LIQUID COLORANTS Available based on many different carrier resins Clean, easy handling + feeding Designed + engineered for compatible polymer matrix More effective for low letdown ratios Highly accurate dispensing Can be processed at lower temperatures COLOR STRATEGY BEST PRACTICES EXPANDING COLORANT OPTIONS Avoid limiting yourself to either solid or liquid forms, and focus on the requirements of the end application instead • Widen your materials and applications possibilities • Achieve the desired effect for each part • Optimize productivity and system costs by matching the right colorant type to the project ADDING SPECIAL EFFECTS Further differentiate and add value to your products • Examples include: metallic, pearlescent, chrome look, edge glow, sparkle/glitter, neon/fluorescent look, woodgrain/stone/camouflage SELECTING + SIZING COLORANT EQUIPMENT Both liquid and solid colorants can be used in the same production facility • Use the right colorant to significantly impact production and offer improvements in terms of efficiency and quality

PlanetPak containers are recommended for Avient liquid colors and additives. What is the normal liquid addition rate? See image) Avient can provide support and assistance on every aspect of liquid color and additive processing.

Case Study - ColorMatrix Impress rPET Bottle vF PDF © 2019, All Right Reserved PolyOne Corporation, 33587 Walker Road, Avon Lake, Ohio USA 44012 BOTICÁRIO C O S M E T I C P A C K A G I N G • Cosmetic bottle packaging colorant designed to help distinguish product on the shelf • Compatible with sustainable packaging material to enable use in rPET technology • Brand-specified color • Local material development support • Achieved brighter color and more brilliant metallic effect than alternative colorants • Developed for use in 10% recycled rPET bottle • Formulated custom liquid colorant on-site and matched to brand color standard ColorMatrix™ Impress™ High Gloss Metallic Effect Colorants liquid color for bottle packaging KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY POLYONE? https://www.polyone.com/products/polymer-colorants/liquid-color-concentrates/impress-high-gloss-metallic-effect-colorants

In automated systems, pipette tips are often made of conductive polymer materials, enabling the tip to sense the liquid and accurately measure the correct amount of liquid being transferred. This ensures accurate liquid level readings and prevent static discharge. Excellent hydrophobic properties allow complete liquid dispensing and help prevent contamination.

COLORMATRIX™ rePrize™ Liquid dispersion chain extender for PET monolayer, multilayer and foamed sheet ColorMatrix™ rePrize™ is a PET and PC compatible formulated liquid dispersion chain extender. INCREASED RECYCLE CONTENT Benefits of using rePrize include: • Increased product target IV • Improved melt flow consistency • Increased recycle content • Reduced brittleness • Reduced rejects and scrap • Improved low temperature performance rePrize can be combined with other liquid additives and can be used to optimize sheet manufacturing processes and product quality, whilst allowing for increased levels of recycle, contributing towards improved sustainability and reduced costs. FEATURE BENEFIT • Liquid technology • More accurate dose control • Less variation in melt flow and product IV • Can be coupled to an on-line rheometer • Shorter transition times • Does not require pre-drying • Less dust • Higher IV in melt phase • Improved uniformity when replacing virgin PET in PCR sheet • Eliminate/reduce solid phase polymerization (rPET) • Increased use of post consumer flake or re-grind (Sheet) • Reduced brittleness, less breakages and scrap • More consistent melt flow IMPACT • Reduced cost • Higher productivity • Cleaner working environment PROCESS HIGHLIGHTS IMPACT • Higher productivity • Reduced cost • Cleaner working environment • New product designs and applications • Improved shelf appeal PET SHEET PROCESS BENEFITS • Increases final IV • Less variation in product IV • More consistent melt flow • Increased use of flake or regrind • Shorter transition times • Reduced scrap • Reduced dust PRODUCT BENEFITS • Improved impact strength • Improved low temperature performance • Reduced brittleness • Improved aesthetics Information and photographs supplied by Sunwell Global Ltd IMPACT • Higher productivity • Reduced cost • Improved sustainability IMPACT • Lighter weight, higher strength • Reduced cost • Properties comparable to PS packaging • Recyclable PET MONO/MULTI LAYERED SHEET XPET FOAM SHEET ROUND DIE PROCESS BENEFITS • Improved melt flow consistency • Improved IV consistency • Increased recycle content • Reduced rejects and scrap PRODUCT BENEFITS • Increased product strength • Improved low temperature performance • Reduced brittleness PROCESS BENEFITS • Increase final IV • Increased use of regrind • Impossible to start up without it • Faster product changeover • Easier to cut PRODUCT BENEFITS • Increased strength • Lighter weight • Good sealing ColorMatrix™ rePrize is a PET compatible formulated liquid dispersion, designed to increase the polymer chain length via reactive extrusion.

Traditionally, UHT liquid dairy products have been packaged in laminated paperboard cartons, pouches, or multilayer high-density polyethylene (HDPE) and PET bottles. As a result, light-induced oxidation is minimized and properties and taste are preserved, even at the lengthy ambient shelf life common with UHT liquid dairy products. MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS Dairy packaging, including UHT liquid dairy products

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Available in varying viscosity from liquid to paste