Autoinjector Pen - Avient Application Study.mm (1) AUTO-INJECTOR APPLICATION STUDY M A T E R I A L T E C H N O L O G I E S + S E R V I C E S F O R N E X T G E N E R A T I O N D E S I G N S Avient Corporation 1 Avient Corporation 2 Innovating Design Medical innovations and plastics have gone hand-in-hand to make healthcare safer, cleaner, and more accessible for all.

Coffee Capsules case study DESIGN FOR COMPOSTING C O F F E E C A P S U L E S • Compliance with European Standard EN 13432 • Biodegradable and compostable solutions approved by certified body (TÜV Austria) • Color customization for various kind of biopolymers • Formulation expertise and regulatory assistance OnColor™ Bio-Colorants KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

PHONE CASE BRAND P H O N E C A S E S • Compatible with antimicrobial additives • Good stain resistance • Non-yellowing • Delivered enhanced solution that included antimicrobial properties and stain resistance • Collaborated with OEM and the foremost supplier of antimicrobials to comply with key bacterial growth requirements Versaflex™ CE 3320-80 TPE KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

CRAFTECH® N O N - M E T A L L I C F A S T E N E R S • Corrosion resistance • Electrical isolation • Strength performance similar to competitive products made of metals • Supplied pre-colored long fiber reinforced composites for consistent appearance • Formulated an LFT solution to meet key performance needs and strength to compete against metal alternatives • Delivered custom formulated materials on- time with short lead times and in low release quantities Complēt™ Long Glass Fiber ETPU Composite KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

NEVER SUMMER S N O W B O A R D S • Lightweight reinforcement that combines both structure and flexibility • Corrosion and moisture resistant • Consistent, durable performance • Provided structural integrity with strong yet flexible composite materials • Prevented rot and corrosion in a waterproof core layer • Added fatigue and stress resistance for reliable performance and long product life • Simplified manufacturing with consolidated material, reducing VOCs and labor intensive composite lay-up assembly Gordon Composites™ thermoset laminates KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

ANTENNA MANUFACTURER P H A S E S H I F T A N T E N N A • Achieved miniaturization through customized high dielectric constant (Dk) materials • Offered high Dk grades with superior processing window and stability compared to lower Dk ( < Dk6.0) grades • Verified dimensional and electrical stability would also meet needs of navigation system substrate to streamline sourcing Edgetek™ Formulations for 5G KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

Surgical instrument oem SURGICAL INSTRUMENT OEM E N D O S C O P E C O M P O N E N T S • Functional differentiation • ISO 10993 compliance • Excellent resistance to steam sterilization • Excellent chemical resistance • Delivered a variety of bright, distinguishing color choices for functional differentiation • Minimized color deviation • Provided a biocompatible solution • Offered low MOQ with flexible supply Transcend Premier PPSU Healthcare Pre- colored Solutions KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

OFF-ROAD VEHICLE MANUFACTURER U N I F I E D S E A T I N G S H E L L • Consolidate parts to reduce manufacturing costs • Maintain performance while replacing metal seating frame with lightweight composite material • High durability to withstand harsh usage environments • Delivered long glass fiber reinforced thermoplastic solution providing metal-like performance with excellent toughness • Lowered component costs with single-piece injection molded seat shell • Utilized global capabilities to meet manufacturing supply chain needs Complēt™ Long Glass Fiber PA66 Composite KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

REFORM DESIGN LAB B I O - B A S E D D E S I G N F U R N I T U R E • Matt black color in cellulose fiber filled PLA • 3D-printable material • Possible outdoor use • Fast development to adapt to online requests • Developed custom products that fulfill color, appearance, UV stabilization and material requirements • Provided fast support to answer evolving online demands • Offered small and flexible quantities and suggestions for further colors OnColor™ custom masterbatch and engineered material KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

ENERGY STORAGE OEM A Q U E O U S B A T T E R Y G A S K E T • Sealing performance from -40 to 110°F • Ability to flow in a long, thin seal design • Chemical resistance to a proprietary electrolyte solution • Natural color • Provided a chemically resistant TPE that outperformed competitive TPE and thermoplastic rubber in rigorous customer testing • Offered material expertise and education to empower an informed material decision • Enabled OEM to model and evaluate sealing performance via design support and data files • Met global production needs through material consistency and local technical support Dynaflex™ Thermoplastic Elastomer KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?