L E A D I N G P R O D U C E R O F C L O S U R E S F O R S P I R I T S L U X U R Y C L O S U R E S • Replace metal while providing metallic look and feel • Customization of density and color • Easy processing • FDA compliance • Replaced metal with a weighted polymer solution to maintain high-quality perception • Minimized the appearance of chips from everyday wear better than metal by matching closure interior and metalized coating colors • Enabled the customer to introduce their luxury closures to a new market segment Gravi-Tech™ Density Modified Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT? https://www.polyone.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/eco-conscious-formulations/gravi-tech-density-modified P R O D U C T O R L Í D E R D E TA P O N E S PA R A B E B I DA S A L C O H Ó L I C A S T A P O N E S D E L U J O • Se sustituye el metal al mismo tiempo que se ofrece aspecto y sensación metálicos • Personalización de densidad y color • Procesamiento sencillo • Cumplimiento con las normas de la FDA • El metal se sustituye con un compuesto plástico de densidad modificada para mantener una percepción de alta calidad • Se redujo al mínimo la aparición de desportilladuras por el desgaste cotidiano, que supera al metal porque permite hacer coincidir el interior de la tapa con los colores de revestimiento metalizado • Permitió al cliente introducir sus tapones de lujo en un nuevo segmento del mercado Formulación de densidad modificada Gravi- Tech™ REQUERIMIENTOS CLAVE ¿POR QUÉ AVIENT?

DEVICE MANUFACTURER M E D I C A L D E V I C E H O U S I N G • Improved chemical resistance compared to PC/ABS, PC/PET & COPE • Flame retardant (FR) rating of V-1 at 0.75 mm • Zero BPA & non-halogenated FR material • Available in standard hospital grade pre-colors • Provided a cost-effective material with superior chemical resistance to traditional materials • Formulated a medical-grade, semi-crystalline blend to support regulatory testing and approvals • Demonstrated superior property retention and crack resistance after exposure to hospital- grade disinfectants, including Virex® Tb, helping to extend the device life Trilliant™ HC8900 Thermoplastics KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

Trilliant HC - OCD Microwells IVD Testing - Application Snapshot ORTHO CLINICAL DIAGNOSTICS M I C R O W E L L S F O R I V D D E V I C E • PS-based material • Strict TiO2 content/filling to secure accurate performance • Material to be suitable and complaint with the IVDD/IVDR standards • Surface chemical performance essential for the application • Worked in close collaboration with customer and internal teams to fully understand and overcome current material challenges • Identified anomalies in existing formulation using material science expertise and customized an alternative formulation • Enabled customer to improve processing efficiency, reduce scrap rate and respond to the increased market demand Trilliant™ HC7410-5001 X4 thermoplastics in white KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

SPORTING GOODS BRAND I N J E C T I O N M O L D E D B A S E B A L L B A T • Meet BBCOR safety standard for coefficient of restitution • High stiffness and toughness to hold up to ball impacts without excessive vibration • Variable feel, sound, and “sweet spot” for user preference • Provided a unique solution allowing the bat to be manufactured with injection molding instead of thermoset layup process to lower production cost • Designed unique two-part barrel and handle construction which enables tailoring weight and balance performance to player Complēt™ Long Carbon Fiber ETPU Composite KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

L E A D I N G P R O D U C E R O F C L O S U R E S F O R S P I R I T S L U X U R Y C L O S U R E S • Replace metal while providing metallic look and feel • Customization of density and color • Easy processing • FDA compliance • Replaced metal with a weighted polymer solution to maintain high-quality perception • Minimized the appearance of chips from everyday wear better than metal by matching closure interior and metalized coating colors • Enabled the customer to introduce their luxury closures to a new market segment Gravi-Tech™ Density Modified Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

O F F - ROA D V E H I C L E M A N U FAC T U R E R S T R U C T U R A L B O D Y C O M P O N E N T S • Replace metal and consolidate parts • High strength • Structural stiffness • Durability • Reduced manufacturing complexity while maintaining strength • Leveraged Avient Design services to achieve consolidated part design • Conducted mold flow analysis and guided material selection using technical and application expertise Nymax™ REC Recycled Nylon Formulation – ND 1233 Grade KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

I TA L I A N M O L D E R & PA RT P RO D U C E R L U X U R Y T O O T H B R U S H B A S E • Density 4.0 SG • Low water absorption • Good mechanical performance • Chemical resistance to toothpaste and cleaning products • Worked in close collaboration with customer to fully understand material requirements • Provided an alternative to metal with the processing and recyclability benefits of a polymer • Enabled customer to launch innovative new product into the market winning Red Dot Design Award Gravi-Tech™ Density Modified Formulations KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

Ext Building Products OEM Application Snapshot E X T E R I O R BU I L D I N G P RO D U C T S O E M S H E E T / P R O F I L E E X T R U S I O N • Source a cost competitive and effective chemical foaming additive (CFA) with prompt availability • Incorporate a CFA lightweighting solution with consistent cell structure and density for better overall operational performance • Improve material usage while manufacturing on both single and twin screw processing equipment • Met customer needs and timing with effective and efficient CFA solutions • Provided formulations that improved the dispersion and efficacy for optimized performance and control in manufacturing • Offered application and processing expertise focused on specific customer manufacturing assets and operations, allowing improved material usage and reduced operational costs Hydrocerol™ and Excelite™ CFAs KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

L E A D I N G W A S T E M A NAG E M E N T O E M I N D U S T R I A L C O N T A I N E R S • Eliminate shrinkage and warpage, and control dimensional aspects of finished parts • Improve quality assurance metrics and reduce downtime associated with quality rejections • Reduce process parameter changes and maintain consistency when running multiple colors • Lightweighting solution offering energy savings, process optimization & extended manufacturing run times • Preserved industrial waste container quality while maintaining functional performance and application dimensional stability • Provided xpertise in process optimization and polymer formulation, where material & mold flow, reducing cycle times, and color harmony between diverse polymers matter most • Accelerated speed to market by several weeks with versatile agnostic product forms (solid and liquid) coupled with technical service Hydrocerol™ and Excelite™ Chemical Foaming Agents (CFA) KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

SPORTS EQUIPMENT OEM D I S C G O L F D I S C S • Replace incumbent polymer with an alternative material that offered consistent supply and comparable performance • Colorable and able to support product differentiation using special effects • Grippy but not tacky • Ability to meet varying flexibilities and weights • Professional Disc Golf Association approval • Presented a TPE with diverse durometers to support a range of disc capabilities, weights and grip features • Delivered a durable material with good flow characteristics for simple and economical production • Provided a natural, easy-to-color material with good UV resistance • Offered a breadth of material and specialty services to enable product line expansion using metallic effects, polymer additives, and additional material formulations Dynaflex™ Thermoplastic Elastomers KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?