© 2019, All Right Reserved Avient Corporation, 33587 Walker Road, Avon Lake, Ohio USA 44012 LED LIGHT MANUFACTURER H E A T E X C H A N G E R F O R A N E L E C T R O N I C C I R C U I T B O A R D • Looking to replace aluminum • Reduce corrosion • Light weighting • Eliminated the effects of corrosion • Provided a lightweight alternative to aluminium • Redesigned the part for easier processing and further weight reduction • Enabled the customer to take a new, innovative product in to the market Therma-Tech™ Thermally Conductive Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

© 2019, All Right Reserved Avient Corporation, 33587 Walker Road, Avon Lake, Ohio USA 44012 BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION SUPPLIER H E A T E X C H A N G E R : G A S R E C O V E R Y • Resistance to corrosion and fouling • Good thermal conductivity • Good pressure resistance • Compatible with current processing methods – extrusion • Eliminated the effects of corrosion and fouling by replacing aluminum • Improved thermal performance over time • Developed a customized solution that utilized the customers existing extrusion processing methods Therma-Tech™ Thermally Conductive Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

MEDICAL EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER S U R G I C A L X - R A Y G L A S S E S • Replace lead while providing uniform shielding performance • Radiation shielding up to 140KeV • Improve glasses design • Compliance with Radiation Protection Regulation: Adult eye exposure must be below 20 mSv per calendar year • Conducted extensive testing to ensure comparable and uniform shielding performance • Improved geometric flexibility • Lowered shielding component costs 30-50% by eliminating machining and assembly steps (associated with lead) • Reduced weight of the glasses and enabled a more ergonomic design • Eliminated disposal concerns associated with lead Trilliant™ XR Lead Replacement Thermoplastics KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

AUTOMOTIVE AFTERMARKET MANUFACTURER S T O R A G E B O X L A T C H • Low coefficient of friction (CoF) to allow for ease-of-use • Colorable to a brand-specified Pantone color • Low odor in the end product • Maintain performance when exposed to outdoor elements and extreme temperatures • Offered lubricious polyketone (PK) material to facilitate easy slide and effective latching • Provided excellent chemical resistance to cleaning and harsh chemicals, such as bleach, isopropyl alcohol and automotive fluids • Formulated a durable material with abrasion resistance, UV stability, and tolerant of temperatures from 0°-140°F • Delivered surety of supply vs. incumbent material LubriOne™ PKE Polyketone Formulations KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

INDUSTRIAL FAN MANUFACTURER A X I A L F A N B L A D E • Replace aluminium alloy • Reduce thickness and weight of fan blade • Withstand 920 Pa of static pressure, high relative humidity (90-95%), and max temperature of 104ºF • Redesigned the 1600mm blade utilizing 3D modeling and mold flow analysis services from Avient Design • Simulated mechanical load to determine which new design would provide optimal performance • Increased strength using a carbon fiber grade, enabling injection-moldable parts and streamlined production • Reduced blade thickness to 35% of the original and blade weight from 7.71 lbs to 1.76 lbs (77% decrease) • Improved overall efficiency of fan with a thinner, lighter blade that cuts through the air Complēt Long Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

Heavy Truck manufacturer HEAVY TRUCK MANUFACTURER E X T E R I O R S T E P P E D A L • Offer pre-color support to achieve an approved silver color formulation • Provide a metallic look with good weather resistance and wear performance for the exterior part • Shorten development time to gain durability approval • Offered color options that met desired metal color and texture, which was different from an ordinary plastic feel • Achieved excellent wear performance and weather resistance, qualifying it to replace metal • Provided support in achieving durability approval, resulting in significant time and cost savings OnForce Long Glass Fiber Reinforced Polypropylene Composites KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

Biodegradable & compostable BIO FILM BAG MANUFACTURER F L E X I B L E P L A F I L M • Easy film unwinding without optical impairments or mechanical damage • Excellent clarity and transparency in BOPLA applications • Compliant with food contact applications* • Provided a solution to minimize film-to-film surface contact, decreasing the coefficient of friction between layers lying on top of each other • Created a customized formulation by mixing anti- blocking additives and slip agents, maintaining process speed without impacting performance or film quality • Improved handling of the PLA shopping bags, making them easier to open CESA™ & OnCap™ BIO ABSL additives KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

SIDING & CLADDING MANUFACTURER P R O F I L E E X T R U S I O N • Achieve consistent distribution and uniform cell structure • Avoid adverse chemical reactions caused by material incompatibility with PVC formulations • Maintain impact resistance and durability • Attain thermally-stable chemical foaming agent (CFA) and gas decomposition temperatures to avoid manufacturing downtime • Ensure the integrity of color, finish, and aesthetics • Validated performance and compatibility during formulation and testing to confirm material compatibility and consistency • Established processing parameters for real- time precision in temperature, pressure, and extrusion speed • Optimized CFA and process to balance weight reduction and retain mechanical properties and aesthetics Hydrocerol Chemical Foaming Agents KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

W A X M A T ® G R I P T A P E • Provide alternative material to traditional wax and EVA foam for grip on surfboards • Translucent appearance • Coextrude with polypropylene (PP) film • Excellent UV resistance • Customized formulation for exceptional hydrophobic grip and non-abrasive finish • Incorporated specialty additives to enhance UV resistance and inhibit mold growth • Solved technical processing challenges to achieve efficient coextrusion of materials and achieve optimal bonding to adhesive backing • Enabled customer to achieve market differentiation and expand into new markets and applications Custom GLS™ TPE Wet Grip Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

% Pigment Specific Gravity Color Index Lightfastness WHITE 10EPX03 Titanium Dioxide, Rutile 57 1.95 PW-6 I/O YELLOW 12EPX01 Diarylide AAOT GS 25 1.22 PY-14 I 12EPX03 Diarylide HR RS 20 1.2 PY-83 I/O (Mass) 13EPX02 Isoindolinone RS 30 1.3 PY-110 I/O 13EPX03 Benzimidazolone GS 40 1.27 PY-151 I/O (Mass) 81EPX01 Iron Oxide 40 1.62 PY-42 I/O ORANGE 15EPX03 Benzimidazolone 30 1.26 PO-36 I/O RED 23EPX04 Quinacridone BS 25 1.21 PV-19 I/O 23EPX06 Specialty Naphthol BS 30 1.21 PR-170 I/O (Mass) C 25EPX01 Red 2B, Ca Salt Bs 24 1.27 PR-48:2 I/O (Mass) 28EPX01 Red 2B, Ba Salt YS 23 1.29 PR-48:1 I/O (Mass) 82EPX01 Iron Oxide, Light BS 40 1.67 PR-101 I/O 82EPX02 Iron Oxide, Dark BVS 40 1.68 PR-101 I/O 82EPX04 Iron Oxide, Light VYS 40 1.67 PR-101 I/O BLUE 40EXP03 Phthalocyanine GS 25 1.25 PB-15:3 I/O 40EXP05 Phthalocyanine RS 25 1.25 PB-15:3 I/O 42EXP02 Ultramarine 50 1.54 PB-29 I/O 49EXP01 Cobalt 50 1.83 PB-28 I/O GREEN 50EPX02 Phthalocyanine BS 18 1.34 PG-7 I/O 50EPX03 Phthalocyanine YS 25 1.42 PG-7 I/O 59EPX01 Chromium Oxide 40 1.64 PG-17 I/O VIOLET/MAGENTA 24EPX03 Quinacridone Violet 15 1.2 PV-19 I/O 24EPX04 Ultramarine Violet 50 1.66 PV-15 I/O 24EPX05 Quinacridone Magenta 20 1.21 PR-122 I/O 24EPX06 Benzimidazolone 20 1.2 PV-32 I/O 24EPX07 Carbazole Violet 15 1.2 PV-23 I/O BROWN/TAN 83EPX01 Iron Oxide, Light 39 1.64 PBr-6 I/O 83EPX02 Iron Oxide, Dark 40 1.66 PBr-6 I/O BLACK 90EPX01 Furnace - High Jet 14 1.23 PBk-7 I/O 90EPX04 Furnace - Medium 20 1.25 PBk-7 I/O 90EPX05 Iron Oxide 50 1.77 PBk-11 I/O EPX RS = Red Shade YS = Yellow Shade VYS = Very Yellow Shade BS = Blue Shade VBS = Very Blue Shade GS = Green Shade HR = Heat-Resistant LIGHTFASTNESS I = Indoor Only I/O = Indoor or Outdoor Mass = Outdoor Masstone Application Only C = Some Caution Advised www.avient.com Copyright © 2020, Avient Corporation.