Basic Instinct places emphasis on the constant and accelerating pace of change on our planet. As we evolve to cope with these changes, we look at the way life forms on earth manages the extremes in their environments – often with primitive elegance.

The beam changes the molecular structure of the additive, causing a color change and creating a permanent mark.

A change to the formulation used to manufacture LubriOne anti-wear solutions has led to: •    improved processability •    improved surface finish on parts •    lower densities •    improved impact performance These changes have not affected the excellent lubrication and mechanical properties of the original formulation. 

In April 2019, the respondents signed an Administrative Settlement Agreement and Order on Consent with the USEPA to conduct the remedial design. We are exposed to foreign currency changes and to changes in cash flows due to changes in our contractually specified interest rates (e.g., LIBOR) in the normal course of business. In April 2019, the respondents signed an Administrative Settlement Agreement and Order on Consent with the USEPA to conduct the remedial actions at the site.

Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those implied by these forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to: • 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; • disruptions or inefficiencies in our supply chain, logistics, or operations; • changes in laws and regulations in jurisdictions where we conduct business, including with respect to plastics and climate change; • fluctuations in raw material prices, quality and supply, and in energy prices and supply; • demand for our products and services; • 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; • our ability to pay regular quarterly cash dividends and the amounts and timing of any future dividends; • information systems failures and cyberattacks; • our ability to service our indebtedness and restrictions on our current and future operations due to our indebtedness; • amounts for cash and non-cash charges related to restructuring plans that may differ from original estimates, including because of timing changes associated with the underlying actions; • other factors affecting our business beyond our control, including without limitation, changes in the general economy, changes in interest rates, changes in the rate of inflation, geopolitical conflicts, tariffs, and any recessionary conditions; and • other factors described in our Annual Report on Form 10-K under Item 1A, “Risk Factors.” Any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which such statement is made, and we undertake no obligation to publicly update forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. EPS – Q2 2025 $0.79 2025 financial guidance unchanged... ▲ U.S. consumer sentiment and GDP growth stays robust ▲ China trade war and tariffs de-escalate ▲ European economy improves due to increased infrastructure spend ▲ Continued strength in defense and healthcare markets ▼ Global trade uncertainty / volatility ▼ Persistent inflation and slowdown in global economies ▼ Supply chain disruptions resulting from global trade policy changes ▼ FX volatility ACCELERATORS DECELERATORS 24Copyright © .

Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those implied by these forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to: • 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; • disruptions or inefficiencies in our supply chain, logistics, or operations; • changes in laws and regulations in jurisdictions where we conduct business, including with respect to plastics and climate change; • fluctuations in raw material prices, quality and supply, and in energy prices and supply; • demand for our products and services; • 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; • our ability to pay regular quarterly cash dividends and the amounts and timing of any future dividends; • information systems failures and cyberattacks; • our ability to service our indebtedness and restrictions on our current and future operations due to our indebtedness; • amounts for cash and non-cash charges related to restructuring plans that may differ from original estimates, including because of timing changes associated with the underlying actions; • other factors affecting our business beyond our control, including without limitation, changes in the general economy, changes in interest rates, changes in the rate of inflation, geopolitical conflicts, and any recessionary conditions; and • other factors described in our Annual Report on Form 10-K under Item 1A, “Risk Factors.” Any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which such statement is made, and we undertake no obligation to publicly update forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. EPS guidance 2025 financial guidance ▲ Further Fed rate cuts ▲ Chinese stimulus ▲ Economic recovery in Europe ▲ Continued strength in defense applications for both military and local law enforcement ▼ Policy uncertainty and changes ▼ Persistent inflation impacting consumer spending / slowdown of US economy ▼ Further deterioration of Europe economy ▼ FX volatility MACRO ASSUMPTIONS INFLUENCING RANGE 19Copyright © .

Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those implied by these forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to: • 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; • disruptions or inefficiencies in our supply chain, logistics, or operations; • changes in laws and regulations in jurisdictions where we conduct business, including with respect to plastics and climate change; • fluctuations in raw material prices, quality and supply, and in energy prices and supply; • demand for our products and services; • 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; • our ability to pay regular quarterly cash dividends and the amounts and timing of any future dividends; • information systems failures and cyberattacks; • our ability to service our indebtedness and restrictions on our current and future operations due to our indebtedness; • amounts for cash and non-cash charges related to restructuring plans that may differ from original estimates, including because of timing changes associated with the underlying actions; • other factors affecting our business beyond our control, including without limitation, changes in the general economy, changes in interest rates, changes in the rate of inflation, geopolitical conflicts, tariffs, and any recessionary conditions; and • other factors described in our Annual Report on Form 10-K under Item 1A, “Risk Factors.” Any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which such statement is made, and we undertake no obligation to publicly update forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. EPS – Q2 2025 $0.79 2025 financial guidance unchanged... ▲ U.S. consumer sentiment and GDP growth stays robust ▲ China trade war and tariffs de-escalate ▲ European economy improves due to increased infrastructure spend ▲ Continued strength in defense and healthcare markets ▼ Global trade uncertainty / volatility ▼ Persistent inflation and slowdown in global economies ▼ Supply chain disruptions resulting from global trade policy changes ▼ FX volatility ACCELERATORS DECELERATORS 13Copyright © .

Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those implied by these forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to: • 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; • disruptions or inefficiencies in our supply chain, logistics, or operations; • changes in laws and regulations in jurisdictions where we conduct business, including with respect to plastics and climate change; • fluctuations in raw material prices, quality and supply, and in energy prices and supply; • demand for our products and services; • 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; • our ability to pay regular quarterly cash dividends and the amounts and timing of any future dividends; • information systems failures and cyberattacks; • our ability to service our indebtedness and restrictions on our current and future operations due to our indebtedness; • amounts for cash and non-cash charges related to restructuring plans that may differ from original estimates, including because of timing changes associated with the underlying actions; • other factors affecting our business beyond our control, including without limitation, changes in the general economy, changes in interest rates, changes in the rate of inflation, geopolitical conflicts, tariffs, and any recessionary conditions; and • other factors described in our Annual Report on Form 10-K under Item 1A, “Risk Factors.” Any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which such statement is made, and we undertake no obligation to publicly update forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. EPS – Q2 2025 $0.79 2025 financial guidance unchanged... ▲ U.S. consumer sentiment and GDP growth stays robust ▲ China trade war and tariffs de-escalate ▲ European economy improves due to increased infrastructure spend ▲ Continued strength in defense and healthcare markets ▼ Global trade uncertainty / volatility ▼ Persistent inflation and slowdown in global economies ▼ Supply chain disruptions resulting from global trade policy changes ▼ FX volatility ACCELERATORS DECELERATORS 13Copyright © .

In particular, these include statements relating to future actions; prospective changes in raw material costs, product pricing or product demand; future performance; estimated capital expenditures; results of current and anticipated market conditions and market strategies; sales efforts; expenses; the outcome of contingencies such as legal proceedings and environmental liabilities; and financial results. We undertake no obligation to publicly update forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Even more, our manufacturing capabilities are flexible and easily adaptable to changing customer needs.

In particular, these include statements relating to future actions; prospective changes in raw material costs, product pricing or product demand; future performance; estimated capital expenditures; results of current and anticipated market conditions and market strategies; sales efforts; expenses; the outcome of contingencies such as legal proceedings and environmental liabilities; and financial results. We undertake no obligation to publicly update forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Even more, our manufacturing capabilities are flexible and easily adaptable to changing customer needs.