GEON 8700X BROWN 3894 GEON 06935 White 1575 GEON M3400 White (pricing only)

GEON E7364 WHITE GEON M5240 GREEN 5213 (PRICING) GEON M3500 GRAY

Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those implied by these forward-looking statements include disruptions, uncertainty or volatility in the credit markets that could adversely impact the availability of credit already arranged and the availability and cost of credit in the future; the effect on foreign operations of currency fluctuations, tariffs and other political, economic and regulatory risks; the current and potential future impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our business, results of operations, financial position or cash flows including without any limitation, any supply chain and logistics issues; the speed and strength of growth in the global 5G infrastructure market; our ability to achieve the strategic and other objectives relating to the acquisition of Clariant's Masterbatch business, including any expected synergies; changes in polymer consumption growth rates and laws and regulations regarding plastics in jurisdictions where we conduct business; fluctuations in raw material prices, quality and supply, and in energy prices and supply; production outages or material costs associated with scheduled or unscheduled maintenance programs; unanticipated developments that could occur with respect to contingencies such as litigation and environmental matters; an inability to achieve the anticipated financial benefit from initiatives related to acquisition and integration working capital reductions, cost reductions and employee productivity goals; our ability to pay regular quarterly cash dividends and the amounts and timing of any future dividends; information systems failures and cyberattacks; our ability to consummate and successfully integrate acquisitions; and amounts for cash and non-cash charges related to restructuring plans that may differ from original estimates, including because of timing changes associated with the underlying actions.

Geon(TM) DB4835B PLUM GEON 8700X GREEN (Pricing) GEON W9300 NAT 0000

The new masterbatch package produces a special effect that makes every TPE cork look different, with a unique light brown swirl pattern and random black specs. Corks can be produced using existing injection molding technology, and are price-competitive with their natural counterparts.    

When viewed under a black light or other illumination technology, the unique identification in the ink or dye is revealed. Software advances are making these solutions more attainable but there is also a price premium as well as a cost to establish the initial infrastructure required.

A product that gives off a stylish, premium feel, while offering improved comfort and functionality, can attract buyers and often justify a higher price point. But by adding a TPE grip to an outdoor product, the perceived value and selling price skyrockets. The premium selling price offsets the initial investment by a long shot, and helps you increase profitability.

These enhanced products are typically priced higher than standard designs. In a big box store visit, the following price differential between these common household items was observed: PRICE COMPARISON OF CONSUMER GOODS WITH & WITHOUT TPES Every day, consumers see and choose among competing products found side-by-side on store shelves. Research has shown that adding sensory enhancement and aesthetics to these products can attract buyers and can also justify a higher price point.

GEON 161J-A BLUE (pricing only) GEON X155-058-022-02 GEON X155-058-022-01

Seller’s entire liability to Buyer for damages, whether under breach of warranty or any other cause whatsoever, and whether under this contract or otherwise, shall in no event exceed that part of the purchase price applicable to the portion of Product giving rise to Buyer’s claim for such damages. If a present or future law, governmental decree, order, regulation, or ruling under any existing or future legislation prevents Seller from increasing or revising the price as provided herein, or nullifies or reduces any price or price increase hereunder, upon written notice from one to the other Seller and Buyer will attempt to identify mutually agreeable changes to conform this contract with such law, decree, order, regulation, or ruling. Seller may change the price and/or terms of delivery and shipment at any time up until shipment, except where a written alternative pricing mechanism exists in this contract.