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In particular, these include statements relating to future actions; prospective changes in raw material costs, product pricing or product demand; future performance; estimated capital expenditures; results of current and anticipated market
conditions and market strategies; sales efforts; expenses; the outcome of contingencies such as legal proceedings and environmental liabilities; and financial results.
Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those implied by these forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to:
• 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;
• Changes in 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;
• Our ability to achieve strategic objectives and successfully integrate acquisitions, including Avient Protective Materials (APM);
• An inability to raise or sustain prices for products or services;
• Our ability to pay regular quarterly cash dividends and the amounts and timing of any future dividends;
• Information systems failures and cyberattacks;
• 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; and
• Other factors affecting our business beyond our control, including without limitation, changes in the general economy, changes in interest rates, changes in the rate of inflation and any recessionary conditions
Use of Non-GAAP Measures
This presentation includes the use of both GAAP (generally accepted accounting principles) and non-GAAP financial measures.
Packaging and
Packaging Waste Directive)
Sources: UN Environment Programme; Deloitte; McKinsey & Company;
European Commission: Environment
SOLVING CHALLENGES IN KEY END MARKETS
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Transportation
VOC reduction
Bio-based content
Eco-conscious
Food waste reduction
Sustainable
Infrastructure
Eco-conscious
Resource conservation
HOW AVIENT INNOVATION ENABLES SUSTAINABLITY
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Solutions to increase recycled
content and minimize plastic waste
Solutions to reduce weight and
energy consumption
Solutions to preserve and protect
natural resources & human life
HOW WE ENABLE SUSTAINABILITY
Renew
Michael Garratt
Senior Vice President, President of Color, Additives and Inks – EMEA
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RENEW
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• Meet Aggressive Sustainability Goals - While brand owners have made
strong, public sustainability commitments – many are currently trailing far
behind goals
• Develop Strategies to Minimize Plastic Waste - Plastic waste remains
a global priority with consumers and legislatures – forcing brand owners to
implement tangible mitigation strategies
• Increase Post Consumer Recycle (PCR) Utilization & Post
Consumer Recycle Availability - Increasing the use of PCR is far more
challenging than many companies had anticipated
• Meet Legislation Requirements - Legislatures are drafting financial
penalties for companies unable or unwilling to meet post-consumer recycled
content targets
Solutions to increase
recycled content and
minimize plastic waste
PLASTICS ARE PART OF THE SOLUTION
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Source: Franklin Associates / American Chemistry Council
PLASTIC ALTERNATIVE PACKAGING (GLASS + ALUMINUM + PAPER)
2x More energy
3x More greenhouse
gas emissions
5x More waste
6x More waterWater
Waste
Emissions
Energy
BRAND OWNER PROGRESS AGAINST COMMITMENTS
39%
29%
37%
16%
6%
0.0% 5.0% 10.0% 15.0% 20.0% 25.0% 30.0% 35.0% 40.0% 45.0% 50.0%
Brand Owner 1
Brand Owner 2
Brand Owner 3
Brand Owner 4
Brand Owner 5
Brand Owner 6
Brand Owner 7
Brand Owner 8
Brand Owner 9
Brand Owner 10
Percent Recycled Plastic Used
Progress through 2022
Gap to reach 2025 targets
Source: Ellen MacArthur Foundation 2022
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Color
Management
Maintaining
Mechanical
Properties
Decontamination Mono-Material
Construction Consistent Quality
TOP 5 GAPS TO RECYCLE CONTENT UTILIZATION
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Food & Beverage Packaging
2022 Revenue: $43M
Taste and Odor Management
ColorMatrix™ AAnchor Scavenger
• Improves recyclability
• Reduces regulatory risk from migration issues
ACETALDEHYDE REDUCTION Recyclable Oxygen Barrier
ColorMatrix™ Capture ™ Oxygen Scavenger
• Protects recyclate - maintains clarity with no
discoloration
• Enables higher rPET content utilization
rPET UTILIZATION
Food & Beverage Packaging
2022 Revenue: $88M
PCR Performance Additives
ColorMatrix™ SmartHeat™
• Lowers energy use - CO2 Emissions
• Reduces yellowing and thermal instability
• Enables increased use of rPET
• Minimal impact on part color
35%
LOWER CARBON EMISSIONS
THINNER WALLS
Reduced Wall Thickness Packaging
ColorMatrix™ Ultimate™UV Light Barrier Stabilizer
Cesa™ Light Additives
• Protects ingredients from UV degradation
• Enables reduced wall thicknesses
• No negative effect on recycling
Increased Recycle Content
ColorMatrix™ Process Aid and Toner for
Recycled PET (rPET)
• Improves ability to recycle PET
• Enables higher percentages of recycled content
• Provides superior aesthetics
• Prevents degradation of physical properties
ENHANCES RECYCLING
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Design for Recycling
CycleWorks™ Center for Mechanical Recycling
• Recycling trials and field testing
• Solutions evaluation and screening
• Customer collaboration
EXPANDS PCR USAGE
PCR Color Prediction Service
• Enables use of lower-quality PCR
• Predicts achievable colors
• Increases PCR utilization rates
• Helps brands to achieve PCR usage goals
CONSUMERS:
CHOOSE BASED ON COLOR
CycleWorks™ Center
Milan, Italy
Additives for Recycling
2022 Revenue: $50M
Stabilization During Recycling
Cesa™ A4R Additives for Recycling
• Enables multi-loop recycling
• Stabilizes recyclate during processing
• Reduces discoloration, gels, and black spots
PCR UTILIZATION
ENABLES
Personal Care Packaging
New Product
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Bio-Based Phone Case
reSound™ OM BIO-based Thermoplastic Elastomers
• Derived from non-fossil-based raw materials
• Good property retention and UV resistance
BIO-BASED CONTENT
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High PCR Content Razor
reSound™ Recycled Thermoplastic Elastomers
• Excellent processability
62%
2022 Revenue: $1M
Carbon Footprint Analysis
Carbon Footprint Mapping Service
• Provides input metrics for independent brand
carbon footprint calculations
• Aligns with a defined ISO standard, certified by
TUV Rhineland
ENABLES
CARBON AWARENESS
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2022 Revenue: $1M
Portable Power Station
Nymax™ Recycled Nylon
• Recycle content up to 60%
• Excellent weathering performance
• Reduces weight
Swim Goggles
reSound™ BIO Thermoplastic Elastomers
• Performs like traditional TPE
35 - 70%
BIO-RENEWABLE CONTENT
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2022 Revenue: $3M
Off Road Vehicle Structural Components
Nymax™ REC Reinforced Nylon
• Replaces steel/aluminum
• Excellent fatigue resistance
INCORPORATES
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“Avient’s bio-circular materials for our Biofuse 2.0 goggles are a real game changer that
will set Speedo apart from the competition - and will support our aim of reducing
environmental impact.”
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-12/sem-tri-fold-selection-guide.pdf
Artisan™
Pre-Colored
Thermoplastics PA Powersports,
Lawn & Garden, Marine
Customizable pre-color solutions
Scratch & mar resistance
Weatherability & UV resistance
High impact resistance
Simplifies processing/replaces paint
Tailored temperature performance range: -20°C to 105°C
Global availability
Complēt™
OnForce™ PA, PP, PPA, PPS, TPU Consumer, Transportation,
Long fiber technology
Elevated impact and mechanical properties at
room temperature
Increased performance at temperature extremes
Excellent creep and fatigue resistance
Glass and carbon fiber filled options
Lubricated, fire retardant, and pre-colored options
Edgetek™
Bergadur™
ABS, LCP, PA, PC,
PC/ABS, PC/PBT,
PC/PET, PC/PSU, PEEK, PES, PEI,
POM, PPA,
PPS, PSU
Consumer, Transportation,
Strength and durability
Chemical resistance
High impact resistance
Weatherability
Flame retardant grades: UL 94 V-0, V-1, V-2, and 5VA
Pre-color solutions
Lightweighting
5G properties - Dk/Df and 3D/LDS
Gravi-Tech™ PA, TPU, TPE, PBT Consumer, Transportation,
Customized density, from 1.5 to 11 gm/cm3
Broad modulus and strength: flexible to rigid
Chemical and corrosion resistance
Gravi-Tech™ LD light density grades available
LubriOne™ PA, PBT, PC, PEEK, PEI, POM, PP,
PPA, PPS, PS
Transportation,
Electrical & Electronics,
Industrial
Low coefficient of friction
Self-lubricating
Chemical, wear, and corrosion resistance
Maxxam™ PP
Consumer, Transportation,
Electrical & Electronics,
Homopolymer and copolymer grades
Optional additives: UV, heat stabilizers
Standard grades available in natural and black
Maxxam™ FR PE, PP
Consumer, Transportation,
Electrical & Electronics,
Flame retardant grades: UL 94 V-0, V-1, V-2, and 5VA
Flame retardant masterbatches
Elevated UL RTI ratings
Halogen-free flame retardant grades available
Nymax™
Nymax™ PIR
Bergamid™
PA 6, 66, 612, 12,
co-polymers
Transportation, Building
& Construction, Electrical
Toughened grades: medium and high impact
Optional additives: heat stabilized, lubricated, impact
modified, nucleated
Standard grades available in natural and black
Pre-colored solutions available
PIR grades with 20%–100% recycled content,
supporting the circular economy
SPECIALTY ENGINEERED THERMOPLASTICS
2 From NEU™ Specialty Engineered Materials, LLC., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Avient Corporation
NAME BASE RESIN(S) AVAILABLE FEATURES1
Trilliant™
ABS, LCP, PA, PC,
ABS, PA 6, PA 66,
PC/ABS, PC/PSU,
PEBA, PEEK, PES,
POM, PPA, PSU
Certified to USP Class VI
Formulations locked down
Drug master file submissions by product stewardship
Pre-colored, small lot production down to 50 lb–250 lb
Sterilization, chemical resistance, and secondary process guidance
Adherence to FDM-GMP manufacturing standards
Antimicrobial technologies
Materials for radiation shielding protection
NEU™
Specialty
Materials2
PEBA, TPU, PA 11, PA 12,
PP, PE, TPE
Radiopacifiers, stabilizers, and surface modifiers
Antimicrobial technologies
Pre-colored formulations
Small lot capabilities
Short lead times
Versaflex™ HC TPE
Overmolding
Clear and heat resistant
Ultra clear grades
Ultra soft TPE gels, 30 shore OO
FDA, USP Class VI, ISO 10993 approved grades
Sterilizable under autoclave, radiation, and EtO gas
HEALTHCARE SPECIALTY THERMOPLASTICS
reSound™ R
Recycled
Formulations
PA6, PA66, PC
Transportation, Consumer,
Household Appliance,
Electrical & Electronics,
PA grades: Up to 100% recycled content
PC grades: Up to 70% recycled content
PIR and PCR grades available
Support the circular economy
Comparable performance to prime grades
Customizable solution
Surround™ ABS, PP, PBT, PC, PA 66 Transportation, Electrical
Integrated EMI/RFI shielding
Long fiber technology
Conductive properties
Galvanic corrosion protection
Lightweighting and ease of processing
Stat-Tech™
ABS, PA, PC, PC/ABS,
PC/PSU, PEEK, PEI,
PES, PP, PPA
Transportation, Electrical
Integrated EMI/RFI shielding
Conductive properties
Anti-static/dissipative properties
Corrosion resistance
Lightweighting and ease of processing
Clean room materials for semiconductors available
Therma-Tech™ LCP, PA, PEEK, PP,
PPA, PPS Consumer, Transportation
Thermally conductive
Low coefficient of thermal expansion
SPECIALTY ENGINEERED THERMOPLASTICS
Barricade™
Elastomers
with Fortrex™
Technology
Barricade™ high-performance
elastomers bring next genera-
tion technology to market to
bridge the gap between tradi-
tional TPEs and silicone
Healthcare, Industrial
Aerospace, Appliances,
Electronics
High temperature compression set
Processes on thermoplastic injection molding
and extrusion equipment
Customizable and colorable
Process simplicity
CROSSLINKABLE ELASTOMERS
Barricade formulations leverage licensed Fortrex™ technology.
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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.
• The above list of factors is not exhaustive.
• We undertake no obligation to publicly update forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
Use of Non-GAAP Measures
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PolyOne Commodity to Specialty Transformation
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• Continue specialty
transformation
• Targeting $2.50
Adjusted EPS by
2015, nearly
double 2013 EPS
• Drive double digit
operating income
and adjusted EPS
growth
• 17 consecutive
quarters of double-
digit adjusted EPS
growth
• Shift to faster
growing, high
margin, less cyclical
end markets
• Key acquisitions
propel current and
future growth, as
well as margin
expansion
• Established
aggressive 2015
targets
• Steve Newlin
Appointed,
Chairman, President
and CEO
• New leadership
team appointed
• Implementation of
four pillar strategy
• Focus on value
based selling,
investment in
commercial
resources and
innovation to drive
transformation
• Volume driven,
commodity
producer
• Heavily tied to
cyclical end markets
• Performance largely
dependent on non-
controlling joint
ventures
2000-2005 2006 - 2009 2010 – 2013 2014 and beyond
-150.00%
-50.00%
50.00%
150.00%
250.00%
350.00%
PolyOne S&P 500 Russell 2000 Dow Jones Chemical
All time high of
$38.38
March 7th, 2014
• 17 consecutive quarters of
double digit EPS growth
• 49% CAGR adjusted EPS
expansion 2006-2013
• 2013 stock price increased
73% versus 30% growth in the
S&P
• More than seven fold increase in
market cap: $0.5b $3.6b
Strategy and Execution Drive Results
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Appliance
4%
Building &
Construction
13%
Wire & Cable
9%
Electrical &
Electronics
5%
Consumer
10%Packaging
16%
Industrial
12%
HealthCare
11%
Transportation
18%
Misc.
2%
United
States
66%
Europe
14%
Canada
7%
Asia
6%
Latin
America
7%
PP&S
Specialty
53%
Distribution
27%
0.12
0.27 0.21
0.13
0.68
0.82
1.00
1.31
2.50
$0.00
$0.25
$0.50
$0.75
$1.00
$1.25
$1.50
$1.75
$2.00
$2.25
$2.50
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2015
Target
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2013 Revenues: $3.8 Billion
End Markets
2013 Revenues: $3.8 Billion
EPS
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PolyOne
At A Glance
Old
PolyOne Transformation
*Operating Income excludes corporate charges and special items
2%
34% 43%
62%
65-
75%
0%
20%
40%
60%
80%
100%
2005 2008 2010 2013 2015
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JV's Performance Products & Solutions Distribution Specialty
Specialty OI $5M $46M $87M $195M Target
Mix Shift Highlights Specialty Transformation
2015
Target
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2006 2013 2015
“Where we were” “Where we are” Target
1) Operating Income %
Specialty:
Global Color, Additives & Inks 1.7% 12.2% 12 – 16%
Global Specialty Engineered
Materials 1.1% 9.3% 12 – 16%
Designed Structures & Solutions -- 5.6% 8 – 10%
Performance Products &
Solutions 5.4% 7.2% 9 – 12%
Distribution 2.6% 5.9% 6 – 7.5%
2) Specialty Platform % of
Operating Income 6.0% 62% 65 – 75%
3) ROIC* (after-tax) 5.0% 9.1% 15%
4) Adjusted EPS Growth N/A 31% Double Digit
Expansion
Proof of Performance & 2015 Goals
*ROIC is defined as TTM adjusted OI divided by the sum of average debt and equity over a 5 quarter period
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Bridge To $2.50 Adjusted EPS By 2015
2015 EPS: $2.50
2013 EPS: $1.31
Mid single digit
revenue CAGR
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Mergers & Acquisitions
Spartech accretion
Incremental share buybacks
Ongoing LSS Programs
(50-100 bps/yr)
Accelerated Innovation &
Mix Improvement
Innovation Drives Earnings Growth
$20.3
$52.3
2006 2013
Research & Development
Spending
($ millions)
Specialty Platform
Vitality Index Progression*
*Percentage of Specialty Platform revenue from products introduced in last five years
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14.3%
30.7%
2006 2013
Specialty Platform
Gross Margin %
19.5%
43.0%
2006 2013
Healthcare
Consumer
Packaging and Additive Technology
Transportation
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Unique and Innovative Solutions that Help
Customers Win
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Net Debt / EBITDA* = 1.8x
$48
$317
$600
$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
2015 2020 2023
Significant Debt Maturities
As of December 31, 2013
($ millions)
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Coupon Rates: 7.500% 7.375% 5.250%
Debt Maturities & Pension Funding – 12/31/13
*TTM 12/31/2013 ** includes US-qualified plans only
60%
100%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
90%
100%
2008 2013
Pension Funding**
As of December 31, 2013
Free Cash Flow and Strong Balance Sheet Fund Investment
•Targets that expand our:
• Specialty offerings
•End market presence
•Geographic footprint
•Operating Margin
• Synergy opportunities
•Adjacent material solutions
•Expanding our sales,
marketing, and technical
capabilities
• Investing in operational and
LSS initiatives (including
synergy capture)
•Manufacturing alignment Organic
Growth
Share
Repurchases
Dividends
Acquisitions
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$0.16
$0.20 $0.24
$0.32
$0.00
$0.10
$0.20
$0.30
$0.40
2011 2012 2013 2014
Annual Dividend
• Repurchased ~5 million
shares in 2013
• 15 million shares
are available for
repurchase under
the current
authorization
The New PolyOne: A Specialty Growth Company
2015 Target: $2.50 Adjusted EPS
Why Invest In PolyOne?
Strong past performance demonstrates that our strategy and
execution are working
• Megatrends align with our strengths
• Innovation and services provide differentiation, incremental
pricing power, and competitive advantage
• Strong and proven management team driving growth and
performance
• Addressable market exceeds $40 billion
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Schedule I
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.