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?

WOOD PLASTIC COMPOSITE (WPC) MFG S H E E T A N D D E C K I N G • Lightweighting solution offering energy savings and manufacturing efficiencies • Reduced downtime associated with poor quality rejections • Consistent and uniform cell structure in decking material • Compatibility with mono-core extrusion formula (rice hull bio-filler and virgin PVC) when used with a chemical foaming additive • Density control of 0.60-0.65 g/cc in production • Provided a CFA solution that offered energy savings, process optimization, and extended manufacturing run times • Enabled improved performance results and enhanced process control • Allowed tighter tolerance control with uniform cell structure, eliminating voids and surpassing density target ($100K savings) • Increased productivity and aesthetic finish with secondary operations (sanding) KEY REQUIREMENTS Excelite™ Chemical Foaming Additives (CFA) WHY AVIENT?

LEADING PIPE OEM P I P E A N D C O N D U I T • Decrease ergonomic stressors for employees (i.e., continuous lifting of 55 lbs. bags) and eliminate transport of raw material up stairs or on to mezzanine to reduce potential for injuries during material handling • Provide a dust-free raw material handling and manufacturing environment • Alleviate employee health concerns by providing a cleaner production floor and lower levels of airborne TiO2 dust • Maintain an OSHA compliant facility • Automated a raw material handling solution that included no lifting, cutting, or tearing of raw material packaging • Eliminated fine TiO2 and pigment-related particles, providing cleaner air in manufacturing areas • Provided a safe and sustainable environment by helping reduce workplace dust exposure • Enabled employee redeployment to other activities, optimizing use of labor ColorMatrix™ Liquid Colorant and Dosing Equipment KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

Airline components manufacturer AIRLINE COMPONENTS MANUFACTURER C A B I N I N T E R I O R P A R T S • Stable, consistent coloration of high temperature polymers • Improved mechanical strength, superior impact performance and resistance • Robust chemical resistance from cleaning chemicals, oil, and fats • Meet current environmental performance standards (temperatures and user interface) • Regulatory flame retardance performance • Delivered consistent distribution and dispersion in high-temperature polymers, resulting in improved mechanical properties and performance • Maintained efficient processing and waste reduction with shorter lead times • Offered regulatory support to help meet requirements • Allowed minimum order quantities as low as 5kg (10lbs) for custom color solutions requested by specific airlines KEY REQUIREMENTS PERFORMANCE + EFFICIENCY WHY AVIENT?

EUROPEAN CABLE MANUFACTURER G E L - F I L L E D C E N T R A L L O O S E T U B E C A B L E S • Fire performance: CPR classification Cca-s1, d0, a1 • Resistance to chemicals and filling compounds • Rigidity close to PBT • Melting point higher than 100°C • Developed a custom formulation to reach required rigidity • Eliminated hydrolysis experienced with previous PBT material • Provided expertise in process improvement to help the customer achieve a more competitive processing speed ECCOH™ PF 4142 Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

GLOBAL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT PROVIDER S W I T C H G E A R P L U N G E R • Customer looking to replace metal. Material needs to: • Pass ampere test at 10A and 16A conditions • Pass glow wire test at 750°C at 1.5mm thickness • Have a lubrication effect and dimensional stability at an elevated temperature of 110°C • Meet test criteria of 250K cycles switch on/off without failure or dimensional changes • Reduced risk of shock by replacing brass with polymer formulation that met all key electrical and functional performance criteria • Eliminated the need for secondary lubricant due to self- lubricating properties of LubriOne materials • Enabled in-house molding which removed reliance on external part supplier and allowed direct management of global inventory levels LubriOne™ Internally Lubricated Formulations KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

AUTO DATA CABLE MANUFACTURER C O A X I A L S I G N A L C A B L E J A C K E T • Provide good chemical resistance like that of machine oil • Pass 3,000 hours aging test of finish goods • Have low dielectric property - characteristic impedance of transmission line: 100Ω, capacitance in water: around 102.8pf/m • Provided excellent performance with low dielectric constant to make the jacket layer of signal cables have low capacitance loss • Offered a solution by combining physical and chemical foaming products in the foaming layer to reduce the dielectric constant further • Maintained exceptional mechanical properties under high temperatures Maxxam Polyolefin Formulations KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

AUTOMOTIVE MOLDER TIER 1 E L E C T R O N I C C A R D R E A D E R P A R T F O R M U L T I M E D I A H U B • Aluminum replacement • Good mechanical properties • PP with 40% Long Glass Fiber • Meet the strict automotive OEM specification • Designed a material solution to obtain all critical mechanical criteria and supply the OEM in a short timeframe • Delivered tailored strategy while offering global reach OnForce Long Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Formulations KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

APPLIANCE MANUFACTURER E L E C T R O N I C C A R D H O L D E R • UL 94 and glow wire properties • Easy to mold for complex geometries • Mechanical properties for snap hooks • Easy to process • Good cost/performance • Utilized material expertise and experience to provide a formulation that met UL and IEC standards • Met agreed specification within narrow tolerances • Provided consistent quality • Met Turkish and EU regulations including REACH and RoHS Maxxam NHFR Non-Halogen Flame Retardant Polyolefin Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

Compliant with BPR EU N. 528/2012 PT19 requirements