technology HINGE MANUFACTURER S P E C I A L T Y F U R N I T U R E F I T T I N G • High dimensional stability • Low slip effect • No squeaking noises • Very low wear properties • High process stability • Provided high quality solutions for mass production with high processing performance • Met customer’s tribological requirements over the entire product life cycle of more than 20 years • Customized tailor-made solutions for specific applications that are constantly being adapted to new requirements LubriOne™ Internally Lubricated Formulations KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

BIO additives MR snapshot 2022 Final EXTRUSION CAST PROCESSOR T H I N P L A F I L M & B A G S • Non-stick performance during manufacturing • Excellent film quality with good aesthetics • Efficient and clean process performance • Compliant with food contact applications* • Provided a performance additive to prevent biodegradable resin from sticking to the chill-roll surface • Reduced the polymer friction factor on metal surfaces, resulting in a better film quality • Helped improve the manufacturing process with fewer cleaning steps CESA™ OnCap™ & BIO Additives KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

Microsoft PowerPoint - OnColor Combination MIC Color - Lower Bumper - Application Snapshot AUTOMOTIVE OEM L O W E R E X T E R I O R B U M P E R • Develop a new color for molded-in-color plastics • Create ‘Wow’ effect without chroming or paint • Provide metallic aspect with good UV resistance for exterior part • Developed new “gris megalithe” color for PP (AS1) utilizing Avient Design center • Produced master plaques to showcase new color • Accelerated testing to certify outstanding weathering resistance • Collaborated across the supply chain to optimize metallic effect in the final part Smartbatch™ Combination Colorants & Additives KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

AUTOMOTIVE OEM C E N T R A L C O N S O L E P A R T • Metallic aspect • Good surface appearance • UV resistance • Cost effective alternative to paint • Offered a paint replacement solution with a molded-in-color metallic effect • Provided color matching expertise • Utilized simulation tools to predict part aspect and suggest the best injection point for process and mold optimization • Optimized formulation for metallic effects Smartbatch™ Combination Colorants & Additives KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

EUROPEAN OEM & TIER 2 MOLDER C U P H O L D E R M A T • Low odor material • Excellent surface finish • Provided excellent low VOC/FOG properties and lower density than previous solution with a specialty TPE grade • Delivered high-quality aesthetics, including soft touch and low gloss finish • Offered global support and production capabilities to allow molder to source the grade globally OnFlex™ AF 7210-70N Thermoplastic Elastomer KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

LEADING CONSUMER PRODUCTS OEM W A T E R P I T C H E R H A N D L E • Access to the latest colors & effects for inspiration and assistance with brand aesthetics • Meet sustainability expectations while maintaining product and brand integrity • Accelerate product development timeline to meet aggressive commercial deadlines • Offered blue marble effect in Oceanworks PS • Developed a proprietary blue marble aesthetic in a recycled PS, meeting brand and sustainability expectations • Expedited product development to satisfy ambitious timeline requirements • Provided ongoing inspiration and global support throughout the process OnColor™ (Remafin™) Polymer Colorants for polyolefins KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

WATER STORAGE MANUFACTURER P O T A B L E W A T E R T A N K S • Diminish growth of microbials in water tanks to provide differentiating feature for landmark product launch • Prevent undesirable odor associated with bacteria and fungal growth on the product’s polymer surface • Meet FDA, NSF, and UL regulatory requirements • Formulated a multi-polymer solution that ensured microbial and fungal growth were diminished while preserving polymer performance • Utilized antimicrobials to mitigate the causal effect of undesirable tastes and odors • Enabled customer to meet requirements through Avient’s knowledge and expertise of regulatory protocols Cesa™ WithStand™ Antimicrobial Additives KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

LEADING GARDEN TOOLS BRAND O S C I L L A T I N G S P R I N K L E R S • Superior abrasion resistance performance • Ability to pass standard UV testing as well as the customer’s more stringent UV criteria • Global support and material availability • Developed a customized TPE material with superior UV resistance, adhesion to ABS, and demolding • Leveraged in-house UV chamber tests to exceed UV parameter requirements • Worked closely with customer’s product development, engineering and quality teams to test and specify material • Supplied grade globally with local technical and manufacturing support OnFlex™ S KE Thermoplastic Elastomer KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

GLOBAL APPLIANCE BRAND P O W E R T O O L H A N D L E • Bonding to ABS • Scratch resistance • Colorable compound • Easy to grip/soft touch • Worked in synergy across business to produce a scratch resistant material suitable for ABS bonding in 19 different color options • Made new ergonomic design possible through better material properties, especially grip and soft touch • Enabled customer to market next generation of power tool, with updated look and feel OnFlex™ S KE Series KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

Catering oem CATERING OEM F O O D B L E N D E R P I T C H E R • FDA compliance with no Bisphenol A (BPA) • High heat resistance • Transparent aesthetics • Good processing performance • Developed a solution that seamlessly complements pure PES materials • Minimized color deviation • Enabled the possibility of weight reduction • Made target color available • Provided commercial, technical, and operational excellence support Colorant Chromatics PES Color Concentrate KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?