 Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those implied by these forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to:  Our ability to realize anticipated savings and operational benefits from the realignment of assets, including the closure of manufacturing facilities;  The timing of closings and shifts of production to new facilities related to asset realignments and any unforeseen loss of customers and/or disruptions of service or quality caused by such closings and/or production shifts;  Separation and severance amounts that differ from original estimates;  Amounts for non-cash charges related to asset write-offs and accelerated depreciation realignments of property, plant and equipment, that differ from original estimates;  Our ability to identify and evaluate acquisition targets and consummate acquisitions;  The ability to successfully integrate acquired companies into our operations, retain the management teams of acquired companies, retain relationships with customers of acquired companies, and achieve the expected results of such acquisitions, including whether such businesses will be accretive to our earnings;  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 financial condition of our customers, including the ability of customers (especially those that may be highly leveraged and those with inadequate liquidity) to maintain their credit availability;  The speed and extent of an economic recovery, including the recovery of the housing market;  Our ability to achieve new business gains;  The effect on foreign operations of currency fluctuations, tariffs and other political, economic and regulatory risks;  Changes in polymer consumption growth rates and laws and regulations regarding the disposal of plastic in jurisdictions where we conduct business;  Changes in global industry capacity or in the rate at which anticipated changes in industry capacity come online;  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 or delays in achieving or achievement of less than the anticipated financial benefit from initiatives related to working capital reductions, cost reductions and employee productivity goals;  An inability to raise or sustain prices for products or services;  An inability to maintain appropriate relations with unions and employees;  Our ability to continue to pay cash dividends;  The amount and timing of repurchases of our common shares, if any; and  Other factors affecting our business beyond our control, including, without limitation, changes in the general economy, changes in interest rates and changes in the rate of inflation sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&frm=1&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0CAcQjRw&url=http://www.mullerquaker.com/products/greek100/greek100-peach-and-passion-fruit&ei=-acYVZq7EIqwyASDjYL4CA&bvm=bv.89381419,d.cWc&psig=AFQjCNGNCQY1_dCN2RPLzxtap_Pu0omTXQ&ust=1427765484498432 POLYONE CORPORATION 25 2015 Revenue: $0.7 Billion At a Glance: Performance Products & Solutions 2015 Revenue by Industry Expanding Profits 5.5% 6.9% 3.8% 3.6% 5.5% 4.3% 6.3% 7.2% 7.7% 8.3% 12-14% 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 YTD 2020 Operating Income % of Sales Platinum Vision 11.6% B & C 31% Transportation 19% W & C 16% Industrial 13% Appliances 7% Consumer 5% Packaging 5% E & E 3% Healthcare 1% United States 79% Canada 14% Latin America 5% Asia 2% Key Applications POLYONE CORPORATION 26 2015 Revenue: $1.0 Billion At a Glance: Distribution Key Suppliers ROIC Expanding Profits 2.6% 3.0% 3.5% 4.0% 4.6% 5.6% 6.4% 5.9% 6.1% 6.6% 6.5-7.5% 6.6% 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 YTD 2020 Operating Income % of Sales Platinum Vision 15% 53% 2006 3Q 2016 Transportation 24% Healthcare 23% Industrial 16% Consumer 13% E & E 6% Appliances 6% W & C 4% Packaging 4% B & C 4% http://www.polyone.com/Pages/VariationRoot.aspx 27 POLYONE CORPORATION Application Examples POLYONE CORPORATION 28 Luxury Packaging with Gravitech Density Modified Polymers  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 POLYONE CORPORATION 29 Medical Device Housings with Chemically Resistant Engineered Polymers  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 POLYONE CORPORATION 30 Printed Circuit Boards with Thermally Conductive Polymers  Replaces metal by etching circuit designs into thermally conductive plastic  Maintains heat transfer and cooling capabilities of metals  Reduces both weight and cost  Increases the lifetime and reliability of electronic systems POLYONE CORPORATION 31 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 POLYONE CORPORATION 32 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 Source: Outdoor Industry Association POLYONE CORPORATION 33 Fiber Colorants Solutions for clothing, apparel, footwear, automotive & sporting goods  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 POLYONE CORPORATION 34  Improve performance and reduce cost through light-weighting, reduced waste, faster cycle times and extended shelf life  Aligned with megatrend of facing climate and resource challenges:  Sustainability benefits include lower package weight and improved recyclability of package at end of use Shelf-life extension Greater product consistency Recyclability and reduced carbon footprint Color and Special Effects Weight reduction Enhanced product aesthetics High heat resistance Preservative Technology POLYONE CORPORATION 35 Metal Replacement Solutions  Replaces metal in LED lighting  Extends LED durability and life span eliminating hot spots  Greater design flexibility with fewer parts  Weight reduction  Simplifies manufacturing and lowers total production cost POLYONE CORPORATION 36 High-Barrier Packaging Containers  Capability to extrude up to 13 layers  Strong oxygen and moisture vapor transmission protection  Can be made symmetrical or asymmetrical to meet customized needs of broad variety of applications  Barrier protection and superior sensory properties 1 Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures (Unaudited) (Dollars in millions, except per share data) Below is a reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable measures calculated and presented in accordance with U.S.

 Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those implied by these forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to:  The final amount of charges resulting from the planned North American asset realignment and the Company’s ability to realize anticipated savings and operational benefits from the asset realignment;  Our ability to achieve the strategic and other objectives relating to the acquisition of Spartech Corporation, including any expected synergies;  Our ability to successfully integrate Spartech and achieve the expected results of the acquisition, including, without limita tion, the acquisition being accretive;  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 financial condition of our customers, including the ability of customers (especially those that may be highly leveraged a nd those with inadequate liquidity) to maintain their credit availability;  The speed and extent of an economic recovery, including the recovery of the housing market;  Our ability to achieve new business gains;  The effect on foreign operations of currency fluctuations, tariffs, and other political, economic and regulatory risks;  Changes in polymer consumption growth rates in the markets where we conduct business;  Changes in global industry capacity or in the rate at which anticipated changes in industry capacity come online;  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 or delays in achieving or achievement of less than the anticipated financial benefit from initiatives related to working capital reductions, cost reductions, employee productivity goals, and an inability to raise or sustain prices for products or services;  An inability to raise or sustain prices for products or services;  An inability to maintain appropriate relations with unions and employees;  The inability to achieve expected results from our acquisition activities;  Our ability to continue to pay cash dividends;  The amount and timing of repurchases of our common shares, if any; and  Other factors affecting our business beyond our control, including, without limitation, changes in the general economy, chang es in interest rates and changes in the rate of inflation Patterson President and Chief Executive Officer PolyOne Corporation Page 27 Well Positioned for Revenue Growth Addressable Market by Platform $540 $215 $120 $40 $260 $525 ($ millions) Design/Service Sustainable Solutions Surface Modification Lightweighting Thermal Control Flame Retardancy $1.0 - $2.0 Billion of revenue generated from new products in 5 years Gross margin on new products exceed current gross margin by at least 10 percentage points World class vitality index of ≥ 35% 2018 PolyOne Corporation Page 28 Megatrends Aligned with Key End Markets Decreasing Dependence on Fossil Fuels Protecting the Environment Improving Health and Wellness Megatrend End Markets Globalizing and Localizing Health & Wellness Transportation Packaging Consumer PolyOne Corporation Page 29 2006 2013 Revenue ($ millions) Health and Wellness Evolution General purpose tubing TPE applications from GLS Specialty tubing Ergonomic enhancements Pre-certified biocompatible colorants Highly sophisticated catheter and drug delivery components Chemical and heat sterilizable materials Authentication and protection technologies Addressing wellness, prevention, diagnostic and therapy changes in healthcare setting Healthcare packaging solutions 2006 2015 & Beyond $416 $105 PolyOne Corporation Page 30 Transportation Evolution General purpose formulations (bumpers, roof racks) Long fiber for lightweighting Thermal management for LED lighting Thermoset composite pultrusions Conductive polymers for EMI shielding Formulations for aerospace interiors Thermoplastic composites High temperature formulations for aerospace Expand 3D printing capabilities 2006 2015 & Beyond 2006 2013 Revenue ($ millions) $709 $315 PolyOne Corporation Page 31 Packaging Evolution Masterbatch colors and PVC packaging materials TPEs to enhance brand appeal and consumer functionality Liquid color and additive technologies to extend shelf life, preserve taste and differentiate brands Leveraging color, additives and sheet technology for healthcare and consumer packaging solutions 2006 2015 & Beyond 2006 2013 Revenue ($ millions) $612 $260 PolyOne Corporation Page 32 Consumer Evolution Commodity plastic and masterbatch color solutions Engineered materials to enhance customer appeal through visual and performance improvements Formulated metal- to-polymer conversion to enhance performance and reduce manufacturing costs Biopolymers & composite materials leveraging unique color technology to build brand identity 2006 2015 & Beyond 2006 2013 Revenue ($ millions) $394 $228 PolyOne Corporation Page 33 Interactive Display Introduction PolyOne Corporation Page 34 Interactive Displays INNOVATION DISCUSSION LEADER TECHNOLOGIES M ARKETS Polycast™ Bullet Resistant Sheet Aerospace GlasArmor™ Ballistic Resistant Panels Security reFlex™ Bio-Based Plasticizer Solutions Wilflex™ Oasis Hydrate InVisiO℠ Color Inspiration Forecast In-Store Audits OnColor™ Portfolio Light Weighting Thermal Management Corrosion Resistance Design Flexibility Sustainability Global Supply Chain Ergonomics and Aesthetics Consumer Appeal 9) Consume r Ele ctronics Solutions Walter Ripple General Manager GLS Personal Electronics Wearable Electronics Hand Held Devices Portable Audio 7) M e tal Re place me nt Te chnology Kurt Schuering Vice President Global Key Account Management Aerospace Transportation Electrical & Electronics Sporting and Shooting 8) M e dical De v ice Solutions Dr.

 Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those implied by these forward looking statements include but are not limited to: Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those implied by these forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to:  Our ability to realize anticipated savings and operational benefits from the realignment of assets, including the closure of manufacturing facilities;  The timing of closings and shifts of production to new facilities related to asset realignments and any unforeseen loss of customers and/or disruptions of service or quality caused by such closings and/or production shifts;  Separation and severance amounts that differ from original estimates;  Amounts for non-cash charges related to asset write-offs and accelerated depreciation realignments of property, plant and equipment, that differ from original estimates;  Our ability to identify and evaluate acquisition targets and consummate acquisitions;  The ability to successfully integrate acquired companies into our operations, such as Gordon Composites and Polystrand, retain the management teams of acquired companies, retain relationships with customers of acquired companies, and achieve the expected results of such acquisitions, including whether such businesses will be accretive to our earnings;  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 financial condition of our customers, including the ability of customers (especially those that may be highly leveraged and those with inadequate liquidity) to maintain their credit availability;  The speed and extent of an economic recovery including the recovery of the housing market; The speed and extent of an economic recovery, including the recovery of the housing market;  Our ability to achieve new business gains;  The effect on foreign operations of currency fluctuations, tariffs and other political, economic and regulatory risks;  Changes in polymer consumption growth rates and laws and regulations regarding the disposal of plastic in jurisdictions where we conduct business;  Changes in global industry capacity or in the rate at which anticipated changes in industry capacity come online;  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 or delays in achieving or achievement of less than the anticipated financial benefit from initiatives related to working capital reductions, cost reductions and employee productivity goals;  An inability to raise or sustain prices for products or services;  An inability to maintain appropriate relations with unions and employees;  Our ability to continue to pay cash dividends;  The amount and timing of repurchases of our common shares, if any; and  Other factors affecting our business beyond our control, including, without limitation, changes in the general economy, changes in interest rates and changes in the rate of inflation PolyOne Corporation Page 2 changes in the rate of inflation  Addressable market exceeds $40 billion St f d t t th t t t d ti Strong performance demonstrates that our strategy and execution are working  Megatrends and emerging opportunities align with our strengths  Innovation and services provide differentiation, incremental pricing power, and competitive advantage  Strong and proven management team driving growth and performance The New PolyOne: A Specialty Growth Company g p g g g p PolyOne Corporation Page 21 The New PolyOne: A Specialty Growth Company Appendix PolyOne Corporation Page 22 2Q 2016 Financial Highlights  Performance Products & Solutions operating margin grew 370 basis $18 $16 $21 $18 $22 PP&S Operating Profit points year-over-year to 12.3% $11 $15 $16 $10 $14 $18 2Q'12 2Q'13 2Q'14 2Q'15 2Q'16 SEM O ti P fit  SEM operating margin expanded 50 basis points to a record second $15 $19 $20 $21 $18 $22 SEM Operating Profit Adjusted EPS quarter level of 14.9% $13 $15 $10 $14 2Q'12 2Q'13 2Q'14 2Q'15 2Q'16 $0.37 $0.51 $0.57 $0.63 $0.45 $0.70 Adjusted EPS  Second quarter adjusted EPS has grown on average 20% per year PolyOne Corporation Page 23 $0.30 $ $0.20 2Q'12 2Q'13 2Q'14 2Q'15 2Q'16 since 2012 Note: $ in millions, except per share data At a Glance Color, Additives and Inks 2015 Revenues: $0.8 Billion Solutions United States 48% Europe 33% Asia Canada 2% 12% Latin America 5% 16.7% 18.0% 20%+Operating Income % of Sales Expanding Profits2015 Revenue by Industry Segment 14.7% Packaging 31% Textiles 1.7% 4.6% 5.1% 5.5% 7.2% 8.1% 9.7% 12.2% Building & C i Consumer Healthcare 6% Industrial 13% 8% Transportation 9% Wire & Cable 11% PolyOne Corporation Page 24 1.7% 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2Q'16 2020 Platinum Vision Appliances 2% Construction 11% 8% Electrical & Electronics 1% At a Glance Specialty Engineered Materials 2015 Revenues: $0.5 Billion Solutions United States 49%49% Europe 29% Asia 20% Canada 2% 14.7% 14.9% 20%+Operating Income % of Sales 2015 Revenue by Industry Segment Expanding Profits Appliances 3% Packaging 5% Transportation 19% Wire & Cable 15% 1.1% 1.3% 3.4% 5.1% 9.6% 8.0% 8.6% 9.3% 12.1%Building & Construction 3% Consumer 20% Electrical & Electronics Healthcare 11% Industrial 8% PolyOne Corporation Page 25 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2Q'16 2020 Platinum Vision Electronics 16% At a Glance Designed Structures and Solutions Solutions2015 Revenues: $0.5 Billion United States 97% Canada 3% 8-10% Operating Income % of Sales Expanding Profits2015 Revenue by Industry Segment Packaging 19% 1.4% 5.6% 7.3% 3.0% 1.0%Building & Construction Healthcare 7% Industrial 24% Transportation 33% PolyOne Corporation Page 26 2012 2013 2014 2015 2Q'16 2020 Platinum Vision Appliances, 3% Construction 9% Consumer 5% 7% At a Glance Performance Products and Solutions Solutions2015 Revenues: $0.7 Billion United States 79% CanadaCanada 14% Asia 2% Latin America 5% Packaging 5% Transportation 19% Wire & Cable 16% 12-14% Operating Income % of Sales Expanding Profits 12.3% 2015 Revenue by Industry Segment Appliances 7% Building & Construction 31% Electrical & El t i Healthcare 1% Industrial 13% % 5.5% 6.9% 3.8% 3.6% 5.5% 4.3% 6.3% 7.2% 8.3%7.7% PolyOne Corporation Page 27 31% Consumer 5% Electronics 3% 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2Q'16 2020 Platinum Vision At a Glance Distribution Key Suppliers2015 Revenues: $1.0 Billion Packaging 4% Transportation 24% Wire & Cable 4% Appliances 6% Building & Construction 4%Consumer 13%Healthcare Industrial 16% Electrical & Electronics 6% 23% 6 6% 6.5-7.5% 6 5% Operating Income % of Sales 53% ROIC Expanding Profits 2.6% 3.0% 3.5% 4.0% 4.6% 5.6% 6.4% 5.9% 6.6% 6.5% 15% 6.1% PolyOne Corporation Page 28 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2Q'16 2020 15% 2006 2Q 2016 Platinum Vision Plastics: Key to Future Sustainable Development 2 lbs Plastic = 3 lbs aluminum Requires 91% less energy to  recycle a pound of plastic versus  a pound of paper3 lbs aluminum or 8 lbs steel or a pound of paper or 27 lbs glass 33% less material by weight  than aluminum 75% less material by weight75% less material by weight  than steel 93% less material by weight  than glass PolyOne Corporation Page 29 than glass Source: SPI: Sustainability and the Plastics Industry Application Examples PolyOne Corporation Page 30 Luxury Packaging with Gravitech Density Modified Polymers • Impart weight, sound and  metallic finish to caps andmetallic finish to caps and  closures for cosmetics and  spirits applications • Elevate quality and prestige  perceptions amongperceptions among  high‐end consumers • Eliminate time and cost  associated with secondary  operations and assembly PolyOne Corporation Page 31 p y Medical Device Housings with Chemically Resistant Engineered Polymers • Durable, long‐lasting products  stand up to the most  aggressive disinfectants • Minimize environmental stress  cracking and discolorationg • One of the broadest medically y approved polymer and  colorant portfolios PolyOne Corporation Page 32 Printed Circuit Boards with Thermally Conductive Polymers • Replaces metal by etchingReplaces metal by etching  circuit designs into thermally  conductive plastic • Maintains heat transfer and  cooling capabilities of metals • Reduces both weight and cost • Increases the lifetime and  reliability of electronic systems PolyOne Corporation Page 33 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 PolyOne Corporation Page 34 • Faster development timelines Outdoor Applications • Leading provider of high  performance specialty materials for the recreational and sports & p leisure industry • Well positioned across all segments  to address market needs  Metal to Polymer Conversion  Lightweighting  Thermal Management  Impact Performance PolyOne Corporation Page 35 Source: Outdoor Industry Association Fiber Colorants Solutions for clothing, apparel, footwear, automotive & sporting goods • 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Extrusion‐spun fibers colored via  solid masterbatch PolyOne Corporation Page 36 PET Bottling Technology • $1.5 billion attractive, growing market  Shelf‐life  extension Weight  reduction • Improve performance and reduce cost through light‐weighting,  d d t f t l ti Greater product  consistency l b l Enhanced product  aesthetics reduced waste, faster cycle times  and extended shelf life Recyclability and  reduced carbon  footprint aesthetics High heat • Aligned with megatrend of facing  climate and resource challenges: Color and Special Effects High heat resistance Sustainability benefits include  lower package weight and  improved recyclability of package  at end of use PolyOne Corporation Page 37 at end of use  Metal Replacement Solutions • Replaces metal in LED lighting • Extends LED durability and life  span eliminating hot spots • Greater design flexibility with  fewer parts • Weight reduction l f f d• Simplifies manufacturing and  lowers total production cost PolyOne Corporation Page 38 High-Barrier Packaging Containers • Capability to extrude up to 13 layers• Capability to extrude up to 13 layers • Strong oxygen and moisture vapor  transmission protectiontransmission protection • Can be made symmetrical or  asymmetrical to meet customizedasymmetrical to meet customized  needs of broad variety of applications • Barrier protection and superiorBarrier protection and superior  sensory properties PolyOne Corporation Page 39 1 Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures (Unaudited) (Dollars in millions, except per share data) Below is a reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable measures calculated and presented in accordance with U.S.

In the event of Buyer’s breach or failure to perform, Seller shall be entitled to (but is not required to) recover from Buyer, in addition to any other damages caused by such action: (i) in the case of Products produced specifically for Buyer or which reasonably cannot be resold by Seller to a third party, the price of such Products as quoted in Seller’s order confirmation; or (ii) in the case of Products which can be resold by Seller, damages equal to fifty percent (50%) of the price for the Products as quoted in Seller’s order confirmation, as liquidated damages. 9. If (i) Buyer is in default of performance of its obligations towards Seller and fails to provide adequate assurance of Buyer’s performance before the date of scheduled delivery; or (ii) if Seller has reasonable doubts with respect to Buyer’s performance of its obligations and Buyer fails to provide to Seller adequate assurance of Buyer’s performance before the date of scheduled delivery and in any case within thirty (30) days of Seller’s demand for such assurance; or (iii) if Buyer becomes insolvent or unable to pay its debts as they mature, or goes into liquidation or any bankruptcy proceeding shall be instituted by or against Buyer or if a trustee or receiver or administrator is appointed for all or a substantial part of the assets of Buyer or if Buyer makes any assignment for the benefit of its creditors; or (iv) in case of non- compliance of Buyer with any law, statute ordinance, regulation, code or standard in the Republic of Indonesia concerning the trade, export or re-export of products, services, data or technology (“Laws and Standards”), then Seller may by notice in writing to Buyer, without prejudice to any of its other rights: (a) demand return and take repossession of any delivered Products which have not been paid for and all costs relating to the recovery of the Products shall be for the account of Buyer; and/or (b) suspend its performance or terminate its order confirmation for pending delivery of Products unless Buyer makes such payment for Products on a cash in advance basis or provides adequate assurance of such payment for Products to Seller.

Products like bottled water, 2-liter soft drinks, salad dressing, mouthwash, liquid hand soap, and window cleaner are often packaged using PET or rPET.

 Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those implied by these forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to:  The final amount of charges resulting from the planned North American asset realignment and the Company’s ability to realize anticipated savings and operational benefits from the asset realignment;  Our ability to achieve the strategic and other objectives relating to the acquisition of Spartech Corporation, including any expected synergies;  Our ability to successfully integrate Spartech and achieve the expected results of the acquisition, including, without limitation, the acquisition being accretive;  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 financial condition of our customers, including the ability of customers (especially those that may be highly leveraged and those with inadequate liquidity) to maintain their credit availability;  The speed and extent of an economic recovery, including the recovery of the housing market;  Our ability to achieve new business gains;  The effect on foreign operations of currency fluctuations, tariffs, and other political, economic and regulatory risks;  Changes in polymer consumption growth rates in the markets where we conduct business;  Changes in global industry capacity or in the rate at which anticipated changes in industry capacity come online;  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 or delays in achieving or achievement of less than the anticipated financial benefit from initiatives related to working capital reductions, cost reductions, employee productivity goals, and an inability to raise or sustain prices for products or services;  An inability to raise or sustain prices for products or services;  An inability to maintain appropriate relations with unions and employees;  The inability to achieve expected results from our acquisition activities;  Our ability to continue to pay cash dividends;  The amount and timing of repurchases of our common shares, if any; and  Other factors affecting our business beyond our control, including, without limitation, changes in the general economy, changes in interest rates and changes in the rate of inflation

 Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those implied by these forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to:  The final amount of charges resulting from the planned North American asset realignment and the Company’s ability to realize anticipated savings and operational benefits from the asset realignment;  Our ability to achieve the strategic and other objectives relating to the acquisition of Spartech Corporation, including any expected synergies;  Our ability to successfully integrate Spartech and achieve the expected results of the acquisition, including, without limitation, the acquisition being accretive;  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 financial condition of our customers, including the ability of customers (especially those that may be highly leveraged and those with inadequate liquidity) to maintain their credit availability;  The speed and extent of an economic recovery, including the recovery of the housing market;  Our ability to achieve new business gains;  The effect on foreign operations of currency fluctuations, tariffs, and other political, economic and regulatory risks;  Changes in polymer consumption growth rates in the markets where we conduct business;  Changes in global industry capacity or in the rate at which anticipated changes in industry capacity come online;  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 or delays in achieving or achievement of less than the anticipated financial benefit from initiatives related to working capital reductions, cost reductions, employee productivity goals, and an inability to raise or sustain prices for products or services;  An inability to raise or sustain prices for products or services;  An inability to maintain appropriate relations with unions and employees;  The inability to achieve expected results from our acquisition activities;  Our ability to continue to pay cash dividends;  The amount and timing of repurchases of our common shares, if any; and  Other factors affecting our business beyond our control, including, without limitation, changes in the general economy, changes in interest rates and changes in the rate of inflation

 Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those implied by these forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to:  The final amount of charges resulting from the planned North American asset realignment and the Company’s ability to realize anticipated savings and operational benefits from the asset realignment;  Our ability to achieve the strategic and other objectives relating to the acquisition of Spartech Corporation, including any expected synergies;  Our ability to successfully integrate Spartech and achieve the expected results of the acquisition, including, without limita tion, the acquisition being accretive;  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 financial condition of our customers, including the ability of customers (especially those that may be highly leveraged a nd those with inadequate liquidity) to maintain their credit availability;  The speed and extent of an economic recovery, including the recovery of the housing market;  Our ability to achieve new business gains;  The effect on foreign operations of currency fluctuations, tariffs, and other political, economic and regulatory risks;  Changes in polymer consumption growth rates in the markets where we conduct business;  Changes in global industry capacity or in the rate at which anticipated changes in industry capacity come online;  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 or delays in achieving or achievement of less than the anticipated financial benefit from initiatives related to working capital reductions, cost reductions, employee productivity goals, and an inability to raise or sustain prices for products or services;  An inability to raise or sustain prices for products or services;  An inability to maintain appropriate relations with unions and employees;  The inability to achieve expected results from our acquisition activities;  Our ability to continue to pay cash dividends;  The amount and timing of repurchases of our common shares, if any; and  Other factors affecting our business beyond our control, including, without limitation, changes in the general economy, chang es in interest rates and changes in the rate of inflation

Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those implied by these forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to:  The final amount of charges resulting from the planned manufacturing realignment and the Company’s ability to realize anticipated savings and operational benefits from the asset realignment;  Our ability to achieve the strategic and other objectives relating to the acquisition of Spartech Corporation, including any expected synergies;  Our ability to successfully integrate Spartech and achieve the expected results of the acquisition, including, without limitation, the acquisition being accretive;  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 financial condition of our customers, including the ability of customers (especially those that may be highly leveraged and those with inadequate liquidity) to maintain their credit availability;  The speed and extent of an economic recovery, including the recovery of the housing market;  Our ability to achieve new business gains;  The effect on foreign operations of currency fluctuations, tariffs, and other political, economic and regulatory risks;  Changes in polymer consumption growth rates in the markets where we conduct business;  Changes in global industry capacity or in the rate at which anticipated changes in industry capacity come online;  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 or delays in achieving or achievement of less than the anticipated financial benefit from initiatives related to working capital reductions, cost reductions, employee productivity goals, and an inability to raise or sustain prices for products or services;  An inability to raise or sustain prices for products or services;  An inability to maintain appropriate relations with unions and employees;  The inability to achieve expected results from our acquisition activities;  Our ability to continue to pay cash dividends;  The amount and timing of repurchases of our common shares, if any; and  Other factors affecting our business beyond our control, including, without limitation, changes in the general economy, changes in interest rates and changes in the rate of inflation

WA- 06, Kalyan-Padgha Road Vashere Maharashtra 421302 India Avient Corporation - Vonore, TN Manufacture of Colorants and Additives for Plastics 245 Avecor Drive Vonore TN 37885 United States Avient Corporation Warehouse 225 Industrial Drive Vonore TN 37885 United States AVIENT BRASIL LTDA Sales; Design and Development; Technical assistance; Receipt; Production and Quality Control; Logistics; Supplies; Equipment – only for liquid; Maintenance and Calibration; Management and Human Resources.