https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-colorants/high-temperature-color-concentrates
High-temperature color concentrates are suitable for demanding applications in industries such as aerospace, healthcare, industrial, and automotive.
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/uv-and-light-blocking-additives
Commonly used in consumer goods and automotive components to reduce part weight without compromising stiffness or mechanical properties.
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/foaming-agents
These agents are commonly used in consumer goods and automotive components to reduce part weight without compromising stiffness or mechanical properties.
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-colorants/colorant-dispersions
These products are used in a variety of applications across industries and markets that include automotive, fabric coating, cookware, infant care, extrusion, health care, defense and more.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-03/Global_High_Yield_%26_Leverage_Conference %281%29.pdf
T H E N E W P O L Y O N E : A S P E C I A L T Y G R O W T H C O M P A N Y
Transformational M&A with PP&S divestment and pending acquisition of
Clariant Masterbatch business
Growing leadership position in attractive markets
Innovation, technology and service are differentiators
Capital management is a strength: Record-setting cash generation to
continue for years
Proven acquisition strategy with robust pipeline
Commercial investments are fueling momentum and generating organic
growth
S E R V I C E :
T H E T I M E L E S S
D I F F E R E N T I A T O R
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T A L E N T D E V E L O P M E N T
PolyOne Corporation 41
Leadership Program Participants
2012
2013
2014
2015
47
0
86
2016
2019
125
169
412
Campus Hires
2008
2011
2014
2017
0
25
90
47
PolyOne LSS Blackbelts
2008
2011
2014
2019
0
67
247
147
2019 134
A U N I Q U E C U S T O M E R E X P E R I E N C E
Industrial
Design
I Q D E S I G N
PolyOne Corporation 42
Computer
Aided
Engineering
Design
Strategy
3
15
2014 2019
Designers &
Engineers
$0
$15M
2014 2019
$4M
$87M
2014 2019
Opportunity funnel Total Revenue
L S S C U S T O M E R F I R S T
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Customer Engagements
Enables sales growth by building more intimate
customer relationships, giving us insight to customers’
needs, with a service that is not easily replicated
2014 2019
2 210
I N N O V A T I N G W I T H P O L Y O N E
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S E G M E N T H I G H L I G H T S
C O L O R , A D D I T I V E S & I N K S
E N D M A R K E T S & S O L U T I O N S
PolyOne Corporation 45
Solid
Colorants
Performance
Additives
Screen
Printing Inks
Liquid
Colorants
Packaging
31%
Industrial
14%
Textiles
13%
Wire &
Cable
10%
Building & Construction
9%
Consumer
8%
Transportation
7%
Healthcare
5%
Appliances
2%
Electrical & Electronics
1%
Operating Income & MarginRevenue by Region
C O L O R , A D D I T I V E S & I N K S
2 0 1 9 R E V E N U E | O V E R $ 1 B I L L I O N
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Europe
34%
United
States
44%
Asia
15%
Canada
1%
Mexico
3%
South
America
3%
$4
$25
$104
$147
2005 2009 2013 2019
0.9%
5.5%
12.2%
14.7%
S P E C I A L T Y E N G I N E E R E D M A T E R I A L S
E N D M A R K E T S & S O L U T I O N S
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Engineered
Formulations
Advanced
Composites
Thermoplastic
Elastomers
Wire & Cable
15%
Telecommunications
(FOC)
13%
Consumer
19%
Electrical & Electronics
12%
Healthcare
9%
Industrial
8%
Packaging
6%
Appliance
2%
Building &
Construction
2%
Transportation
14%
Note: (FOC) refers to Fiber Optic Cabling
S P E C I A L T Y E N G I N E E R E D M A T E R I A L S
Revenue by Region Operating Income & Margin
2 0 1 9 R E V E N U E | $ 7 5 0 M I L L I O N
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Europe
27%
United
States
54%
Asia
17%
Canada
2%
$21
$57
$87
2005 2009 2013 2019
0.1%
5.1%
9.3%
11.6%
D I S T R I B U T I O N
E N D M A R K E T S & S U P P L I E R S
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Healthcare
28%
Transportation
23%
Industrial
19%
Consumer
12%
Appliance
6%
Electrical &
Electronics
5%
Building &
Construction
4%
Packaging
2%
Wire & Cable
1%
Operating Income & Margin2019 Revenue | $1.2 Billion
$25
$63
$75
2005 2009 2013 2019
$20
2.9%
4.0%
5.9%
6.3%
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O V E R V I E W O F R A W M A T E R I A L P U R C H A S E S
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Performance
Additives
15%
Polyethylene
13%
Pigments
9%
Styrenic Block
Copolymer 7%
Nylon
7%
TiO2
6%
Polypropylene
5%
Dyestuffs
4%
Plasticizers
3%
Other Raw
Materials
31%
$900 million of raw material purchases in 2019 excluding Distribution business
Note: All figures exclude divested PP&S business
T A R G E T E N D M A R K E T S &
A P P L I C A T I O N E X A M P L E S
PolyOne Corporation 51
Thermally Conductive
Technologies
Chemical Resistant
Technologies
Polymer Colorants
Elastomeric Grips and
Handles
Structural Composites
Antimicrobial Technologies
Anti-Counterfeiting
Technologies
Target End Markets… Healthcare
Catheter Technologies
Under-hood Components
Target End Markets… Automotive
Interior Structural
Components
Sound & Vibration
Management
Roof Systems
Air Management
Electronics and Cameras
Lighting
Exterior / Interior Trim
Braces & Brackets
Fasteners
Seals & Flaps
Target End Markets… Consumer
Thermally Conductive
Components
Polymer Colorants
Elastomeric Grips and
Handles
Structural Composite
Components
Oxygen Scavenger
Technologies
Laser Marking Additives
Antistatic Technologies
UV Light Barrier Technologies
Cap & Closure Colorants
Process Optimization
Technologies
Antioxidant Technologies
Density Modified
Technologies
Target End Markets… Packaging
Impart weight, sound and
metallic finish to caps and
closures for cosmetics and
spirits applications
Elevate quality and
prestige perceptions
among high-end
consumers
Eliminate time and cost
associated with secondary
operations and assembly
Luxury Packaging
GravitechTM Density Modified Polymers
Eliminate costs by
increasing pigment density
Enhance color
performance without
altering form and
formulation
Increase design
capabilities by reducing
weight and layer thickness
Optimize Color Usage
OnColorTM Super Concentrates
Inhibit microbial growth on
polymer surfaces
Enhance value or products
and devices
Highly versatile
concentrate with the
ability to be incorporated
into a wide variety of
products
Combat Bacteria Formation
WithStandTM Antimicrobial Technology
Durable, long-lasting products stand
up to the most aggressive
disinfectants
Minimize environmental stress
cracking and discoloration
One of the broadest medically
approved polymer and colorant
portfolios
Medical Device Housings
Chemically Resistant Engineered Polymers
Color & Design Services
Greater control of color
development and supply chain
Work across entire design
process from concept to
commercialization
Inspire creativity in the use of
polymer materials, colors, and
effects
Innovative brand differentiation
Faster development timelines
Outdoor Applications
Leading provider of high
performance specialty materials
for the recreational and sports &
leisure industry
Well positioned across all
segments to address market needs
Metal to Polymer Conversion
Lightweighting
Thermal Management
Impact Performance
ColorMatrix Fiber Colorant
Solutions
Proprietary advanced liquid color
formulations and equipment
enable greater efficiency and
productivity
Eliminates aqueous dyeing and its
associated wastewater treatment
Solid Color Concentrates
Extrusion-spun fibers colored via
solid masterbatch
Fiber Colorants
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Global high yield & leveraged finance Conference
Forward Looking Statements
USE OF �NON-GAAP�MEASURES
Vision
Safety First
Commodity to Specialty Transformation
PolyOne�2019 Revenue | $2.9 billion
Slide Number 8
Sustainable Path to Double-Digit EPS Growth
Expansion of Commercial Resources driving growth
The Evolving Customer Relationship
Slide Number 12
Aligning with trends for Growth
Revenue from Sustainable Solutions
Innovation
3 Horizons of Development
Innovation Spotlight: Composites
COMPOSITE MATERIALS
COMPOSITEs Portfolio�Diverse Capabilities and Solutions Serving Manufacturers and OEMS
PolyOne applications in Fiber optic cables
Fiber optical growth drivers
Invest-to-Grow M&A Strategy
Invest-to-Grow M&A Playbook
Invest-to-Grow Proof of performance
Clariant Masterbatch Acquisition Drives�Next Level Specialty Transformation
Transformation Headlines
Fit with Four Pillar Strategy
End Market Transformation
End Market Transformation
Complementary Geographic Presence
Slide Number 31
PolyOne + Clariant Masterbatch Business
Over 85% of Adjusted EBITDA from Specialty
Transaction overview
Significant Synergy Opportunities
Attractive Financing Structure
Slide Number 37
Returning cash to shareholders�Over $1.2 Billion since 2011
Why Invest In PolyOne?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/resources/September%2520Investor%2520Presentation.pdf
T H E N E W P O L Y O N E : A S P E C I A L T Y G R O W T H C O M P A N Y
Growing leadership position in attractive markets
Innovation, technology and service are differentiators
Capital management is a strength: Record-setting cash generation
to continue for years
Expand ROIC while increasing invested capital
Proven acquisition strategy with robust pipeline
Commercial investments are fueling momentum and generating
organic growth
S E R V I C E :
T H E T I M E L E S S
D I F F E R E N T I A T O R
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T A L E N T D E V E L O P M E N T
PolyOne Corporation 32
Leadership Program Participants
2012
2013
2014
2015
47
0
86
2016
2018
125
169
315
Campus Hires
2008
2011
2014
2017
0
25
90
47
PolyOne LSS Blackbelts
2008
2011
2014
2018
0
67
220
147
2018 141
A U N I Q U E C U S T O M E R E X P E R I E N C E
Industrial
Design
I Q D E S I G N L A B S
PolyOne Corporation 33
Material
& Color
Expertise
Manufacturing
Expertise
3
14
2014 2018
Industrial designers
$0
$10M
2014 2018
$4M
$80M
2014 2018
Opportunity funnel New business revenue
L S S C U S T O M E R F I R S T
PolyOne Corporation 34
Customer Projects
Enables sales growth by building more intimate
customer relationships, giving us insight to customers’
needs, with a service that is not easily replicated
2014 2018
2 104
3 D P R I N T I N G
B R I N G I N G N E W I D E A S T O L I F E
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Enables validation of fit and function
Shortens design cycle and time to market
Avoids tooling rework
Drives innovation
Delivers substantial customer value
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From concept to production
M O N T H M O N T H
M O N T H M O N T H
M O N T H M O N T H
99.9%
Reduction in
turnaround time
Traditional Timeline
up to 24 weeks
PolyOne ColorMatrix
Select™
6 hours
Innovative system for processors and OEMs to develop colors in real time
Complete system that provides customers with the freedom to match,
prototype and produce color entirely within their own facility
C O L O R M A T R I X S E L E C T ™
“Being able to create color and produce parts in 1 day is unheard of in this industry”
-CEO, Industry Leader
I N N O V A T I N G W I T H P O L Y O N E
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S E G M E N T H I G H L I G H T S
C O L O R , A D D I T I V E S & I N K S
E N D M A R K E T S & S O L U T I O N S
PolyOne Corporation 38
Solid
Colorants
Performance
Additives
Screen
Printing Inks
Liquid
Colorants
Packaging
28%
Industrial
14%
Textiles
13%
Wire & Cable
11%
Building & Construction
10%
Transportation
8%
Consumer
8%
Healthcare
5%
Appliances
2%
Electrical &
Electronic 1%
Operating Income & MarginRevenue by Region
C O L O R , A D D I T I V E S & I N K S
2 0 1 8 R E V E N U E | O V E R $ 1 B I L L I O N
$4
$25
$104
$159
0.9%
5.5%
12.2%
15.1%
0.0%
2.0%
4.0%
6.0%
8.0%
10.0%
12.0%
14.0%
16.0%
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
110
120
130
140
150
160
170
2005 2009 2013 2018
PolyOne Corporation 39
Europe
35%
United
States
45%
Asia
14%
Canada
1%
Mexico
3%
South
America
2%
S P E C I A L T Y E N G I N E E R E D M A T E R I A L S
E N D M A R K E T S & S O L U T I O N S
PolyOne Corporation 40
Engineered
Formulations
Advanced
Composites
Thermoplastic
Elastomers
Consumer
21%
Transportation
18%
Wire & Cable
13%Healthcare
9%
Industrial
9%
Packaging
7%
Appliance
3%
Building &
Construction 4%
Electrical &
Electronics
16%
S P E C I A L T Y E N G I N E E R E D M A T E R I A L S
Revenue by Region Operating Income & Margin
2 0 1 8 R E V E N U E | $ 6 4 6 M I L L I O N
PolyOne Corporation 41
$21
$57
$72
0.1%
5.1%
9.3%
11.2%
0.0%
2.0%
4.0%
6.0%
8.0%
10.0%
12.0%
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
2005 2009 2013 2018
Europe
28%
United
States
46%
Asia
24%
Canada
2%
P E R F O R M A N C E P R O D U C T S & S O L U T I O N S
E N D M A R K E T S & S O L U T I O N S
PolyOne Corporation 42
Specialty Vinyl
Solutions
Healthcare
Formulations
Smart Device
Materials
Flame Retardant
Polymers
Building &
Construction
28%
Industrial
18%
Transportation
17%
Wire & Cable
16%Consumer
7%
Appliance
6%
Packaging
4%
Electrical &
Electronics
4%
Asia
2%
United
States
78%
Mexico
5%
Canada
15%
P E R F O R M A N C E P R O D U C T S & S O L U T I O N S
Operating Income & MarginRevenue by Region
2 0 1 8 R E V E N U E | $ 7 3 6 M I L L I O N
$40
$24
$56
$74
4.6%
3.6%
7.2%
10.0%
0.0%
2.0%
4.0%
6.0%
8.0%
10.0%
12.0%
14.0%
16.0%
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
2005 2009 2013 2018
PolyOne Corporation 43
D I S T R I B U T I O N
E N D M A R K E T S & S U P P L I E R S
PolyOne Corporation 44
Healthcare
27%
Transportation
22%
Industrial
18%
Consumer
12%
Appliance
6%
Electrical &
Electronics
5%
Building &
Construction
5%
Packaging
3%
Wire & Cable
2%
$20
$25
$63
$71
2.9%
4.0%
5.9%
5.6%
0.0%
1.0%
2.0%
3.0%
4.0%
5.0%
6.0%
7.0%
15
25
35
45
55
65
75
2005 2009 2013 2018
Operating Income & Margin2018 Revenue | $1.3 Billion
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O V E R V I E W O F R A W M A T E R I A L P U R C H A S E S
PolyOne Corporation 45
Performance
Additives
15%
PVC
11%
Pigments
9%
Polyethylene
8%
Plasticizers
7%
Polypropylene
7%
TiO2
6%
Nylon
5%
Styrenic Block
Copolymer
5%
Other Raw
Materials
27%
$1.3 billion of raw material purchases in 2018 excluding Distribution business
Note: All figures exclude Distribution business
T A R G E T E N D M A R K E T S &
A P P L I C A T I O N E X A M P L E S
PolyOne Corporation 46
Thermally Conductive
Technologies
Chemical Resistant
Technologies
Polymer Colorants
Elastomeric Grips and
Handles
Structural Composites
Antimicrobial Technologies
Anti-Counterfeiting
Technologies
Target End Markets… Healthcare
Catheter Technologies
Under-hood Components
Target End Markets… Automotive
Interior Structural
Components
Sound & Vibration
Management
Roof Systems
Air Management
Electronics and Cameras
Lighting
Exterior / Interior Trim
Braces & Brackets
Fasteners
Seals & Flaps
Target End Markets… Consumer
Thermally Conductive
Components
Polymer Colorants
Elastomeric Grips and
Handles
Structural Composite
Components
Oxygen Scavenger
Technologies
Laser Marking Additives
Antistatic Technologies
UV Light Barrier Technologies
Cap & Closure Colorants
Process Optimization
Technologies
Antioxidant Technologies
Density Modified
Technologies
Target End Markets… Packaging
Impart weight, sound and
metallic finish to caps and
closures for cosmetics and
spirits applications
Elevate quality and
prestige perceptions
among high-end
consumers
Eliminate time and cost
associated with secondary
operations and assembly
Luxury Packaging
GravitechTM Density Modified Polymers
Eliminate costs by
increasing pigment density
Enhance color
performance without
altering form and
formulation
Increase design
capabilities by reducing
weight and layer thickness
Optimize Color Usage
OnColorTM Super Concentrates
Inhibit microbial growth on
polymer surfaces
Enhance value or products
and devices
Highly versatile
concentrate with the
ability to be incorporated
into a wide variety of
products
Combat Bacteria Formation
WithStandTM Antimicrobial Technology
Durable, long-lasting products stand
up to the most aggressive
disinfectants
Minimize environmental stress
cracking and discoloration
One of the broadest medically
approved polymer and colorant
portfolios
Medical Device Housings
Chemically Resistant Engineered Polymers
Color & Design Services
Greater control of color
development and supply chain
Work across entire design
process from concept to
commercialization
Inspire creativity in the use of
polymer materials, colors, and
effects
Innovative brand differentiation
Faster development timelines
Outdoor Applications
Leading provider of high
performance specialty materials
for the recreational and sports &
leisure industry
Well positioned across all
segments to address market needs
Metal to Polymer Conversion
Lightweighting
Thermal Management
Impact Performance
ColorMatrix Fiber Colorant
Solutions
Proprietary advanced liquid color
formulations and equipment
enable greater efficiency and
productivity
Eliminates aqueous dyeing and its
associated wastewater treatment
Solid Color Concentrates
Extrusion-spun fibers colored via
solid masterbatch
Fiber Colorants
Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures (Unaudited)
(Dollars in millions, except per share data)
Senior management uses comparisons of adjusted net income from continuing operations attributable to PolyOne shareholders and diluted adjusted earnings per share (EPS)
from continuing operations attributable to PolyOne shareholders, excluding special items, to assess performance and facilitate comparability of results.
https://www.avient.com/products/long-fiber-technology/benefits-long-fiber-reinforced-thermoplastic-composites
Light weighting or mass reduction is a core focus in aerospace and automotive markets where weight reduction facilitates increased fuel economy and decreases associated emissions.
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/flame-retardants-and-compliant-solutions
Our polymer additives for flame retardance are used in a broad range of applications, including building materials, electrical and electronic components, automotive parts, and much more.
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-colorants/solid-color-masterbatches
From business machines and appliances to textiles, automotive components and packaging, designers, brand managers and plastics processors rely on our cutting-edge color technology and in-depth technical support through more than 50 global manufacturing sites and regional offices.
https://www.avient.com/products/vinyl-formulations/vinyl-plastisols-organosols
Create adhesive automotive decals, pin striping and labels for a range of signage applications.