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Avient is here to help you meet your most challenging application
requirements with the broadest portfolio of solutions, capabilities and
resources available, and our focus is on helping you succeed.
The OnFlex
portfolio offers overmolding,
UV stabilization and low
order solutions for general
purpose, automotive, and HVAC
applications.
Personal care products
Lawn & garden tools
Outdoor goods
Office supplies
Footwear
Houseware durables
PCR grade is formulated with recycled ocean plastics
Supports the circular economy
Can be overmolded to PP
Comparable performance to traditional TPEs
Versaflex™
Versaflex materials offer the
benefits of overmolding and
vibration damping to a wide
range of end user applications
such as medical tubing,
protective film, electronics
and many others.
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OUR PORTFOLIO
Colorant Dispersions
• Rubber
• Urethane
• Epoxy
• Vinyl
• Silicone
• Water-Based
Additive Dispersions
• Aqueous
• Silicone
Specialty Products
• Dry Powder Colorants
• Wet or Dry Blend Colorants
• Self-Bonding Silicone
Our colorant and additive dispersions for
polymers help you enhance aesthetics or
improve processing efficiency across a
wide variety of markets and applications.
COLORANT DISPERSIONS
RUBBER COLORANT DISPERSIONS
Stan-Tone™ MB/MC & EP
Stan-Tone™ MB/MC & EP are pigment dispersions
for rubber systems, available in customizable binder
systems suited for nitrile, EPR, EPDM, SBR, natural
rubber, CPE and EVA compounds
Applications: industrial goods, auto mats, rubber
flooring, sponge rubber, wire and cable
URETHANE COLORANT DISPERSIONS
Polyester Urethane Paste Colorants:
Stan-Tone™ PEP
Stan-Tone™ PEP colorants are reactive and
compatible with polyester systems, reacting to
become part of the final cured product
Applications: cast urethane wheels, industrial
rollers, rigid foams, adhesives, laminates, pultrusion,
glass reinforced composites, coated fabrics
Polyether Urethane Paste Colorants:
Stan-Tone™ ET
Stan-Tone™ ET colorants for urethane are compatible
with polyether systems, reacting to become part of
the final cured product
Applications: flexible foam, cast-able rolls
and wheels, adhesives and laminates
EPOXY COLORANT DISPERSIONS
Stan-Tone™ EPX
Stan-Tone™ EPX consists of selected pigments
dispersed in a Bisphenol A undiluted epoxy resin with
an epoxide equivalent of 185
Applications: protective coatings, adhesives, epoxy
flooring, electrical potting and laminates
VINYL COLORANT DISPERSIONS
Stan-Tone™ VC & VCP
Stan-Tone™ VC and VCP are products based on single
pigment or multi-pigment blends and are designed
for applications in which dispersion, uniformity,
compatibility and cleanliness are essential
Applications: profile extrusions, decking, outdoor
furniture, calendaring applications
Plasticizer-Based Colorants for Vinyl Paste:
Stan-Tone™ HCC
Stan-Tone™ HCC dispersions consist of selected
pigments dispersed in diisodecyl phthalate
plasticizer (DIDP) and are designed for applications
in which dispersion, uniformity, compatibility and
cleanliness are essential
Applications: coated fabric, vinyl sealants,
adhesives, wall coverings, toys and sporting goods
SILICONE COLORANT DISPERSIONS
Liquid Silicone Colorants:
Silcopas™
Stan-Tone™ SP or FSP (FDA-compliant)
Silcotec™ SL
Stan-Tone™ HC Plus LSR (class VI certified)
Silicone paste colorants are single pigment or custom-
made dispersions using a silicone carrier specially
developed for liquid silicone rubber (LSR) injection
molding applications
Applications: infant care, toys, seals, gaskets and
medical equipment
High Consistency Silicone Rubber Colorants:
Silcogum™
Silcotec™ S
Stan-Tone™ SMB
Stan-Tone™ HC Plus HCR (class VI certified)
Silicone rubber colorants are made with a silicone
elastomer gum binder resulting in cuttable
masterbatches or slabs for ease of handling, especially
for 2-roll, open-mill mixing
Applications: mechanical seals, keypads, gaskets, wire
and cable jacketing
Room Temperature Vulcanization Colorants:
Silcopas™ RTV and Stan-Tone™ SP
Silcopas™ RTV and Stan-Tone™ SP colorants
offer a standard line of single pigment or custom
made dispersions using a low viscosity dimethyl
fluid specially developed for room temperature
vulcanization (RTV) rubber
Applications: caulks, sealants, adhesives
WATER-BASED COLORANT DISPERSIONS
Water-Based Liquid Colorants:
Stan-Tone™ WDN
Stan-Tone™ WDN water dispersions are high-solids
organic or inorganic pigment dispersions designed to
help meet standards for dispersion including pH levels
and strength and shade
Applications: dipped latex balloons and gloves,
coatings and adhesive systems
ADDITIVE
AQUEOUS ADDITIVE DISPERSIONS
Aquamix™
Aquamix™ chemical dispersions are a full line of
dispersed and emulsified curatives, antioxidants,
fillers, vulcanizers, optical brighteners, flame
retardants, UV stabilizers and tackifiers
Applications: adhesives and latex compounding,
curatives
SILICONE ADDITIVE DISPERSIONS
Electrically Conductive Additives for Silicone:
Silcosperse™ EC
Silcosperse™ EC electrically conductive additives
provide high conductivity and lower filler loadings
Applications: resistors, printable electronics, flexible
electronics, insulator depolarizers
Laser Marking Additives for Silicone:
Silcosperse™ LM
Silcosperse™ LM laser marking additives are
dispersions that contain laser absorbers and color
formers that eliminate the need for secondary etching
Applications: medical device housings, electronic
device housings, wire and cable jacketing
Peroxide Additives for Silicone:
Silcocat™
Silcocat™ dispersions can improve silicone molding
process by stabilizing silicone peroxide compound levels
Applications: automotive hoses, seals, gaskets
Heat Stabilizer Additives for Silicone:
Silcosperse™
The Silcosperse™ family of heat stabilizing additives
provide a high quality dispersion into silicone
designed to enhance heat resistance of silicone
compounds
Mold Release Additives for Silicone:
Silcosperse™ IMR
Silcosperse™ IMR is an internal mold release
dispersion designed to be added to the silicone or
fluorosilicone compound to facilitate the de-molding
of finished parts
Acid Acceptor Additives for Silicone:
Silcosperse™ 180
Silcosperse™ 180 acid acceptor is a premium
dispersion used to neutralize acid by-products
generated by certain peroxides
Viscosity Modifiers for Silicone:
Silcosperse™ 237
Silcosperse™ 237 modifier dispersions are designed
to raise or control the viscosity without changing
solid content
SPECIALTY
PRODUCTS
DRY POWDER COLORANTS
Stan-Tone™ D and Stan-Tone™ DC
Stan-Tone™ D and Stan-Tone™ DC are dry powder
pigments available in a range of hues and
chemical types
WET OR DRY BLEND COLORANTS
Stan-Tone™ DB
Stan-Tone™ DB dry blend colorants provide
enhanced performance over dry colors, resulting
in uniform critical pigment weight ratios for
improved color control
SELF-BONDING SILICONE
Silcotec™ SCB
Silcotec™ SCB self-bonding silicone solutions
allow silicone to bond to various substrates
without prime coating
To learn more about our colorant & additive dispersions,
please contact us at +1.844.4AVIENT (1.844.428.4368) or
visit www.avient.com.
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Nymax™ BIO
Bio-based Polyamide Solutions
As brand owners look for new ways to lower their
carbon footprint and bring more sustainable
products to the market, Nymax™ BIO polyamide
formulations can help.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS
• Bio-polymers that reduce the carbon
footprint value significantly
• Achieves equivalent performance as PA66
glass fiber-filled materials
• Excellent surface appearance and colorability
• Lower warpage compared with PA66 glass
fiber-filled materials
• Cost-effective alternative to PA66 glass
fiber-filled materials
• Excellent dimensional stability and property
retention rate after water uptake
• Commercially available in Asia
APPLICATIONS
Nymax BIO formulations can be applied to reach
sustainability goals in demanding applications
including:
• Transportation • Consumer goods
• Industrial • Building and construction
PRODUCT BULLETIN
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Bringing associate members on board with a strong track record of delivering specialty solutions broadens our technical knowledge base,” explains Cheryl Kreindler, ZDHC Program Manager.
Our textile industry expertise means we can apply existing solutions, and potentially shape new ones, that can contribute to achieving the ZDHC Group’s goals.”
PolyOne Corporation, with 2014 revenues of $3.8 billion, is a premier provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions.
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V I S I O N
PolyOne Corporation 4
To be the world’s
premier provider of
specialized polymer
materials, services and
solutions
C O R E
V A L U E S
P E R S O N A L
V A L U E S
Honesty IntegrityRespect
Operational
Excellence
Commercial
Excellence
Specialization
Globalization
Collaboration ExcellenceInnovation
To be the world’s
premier provider of
specialized polymer
materials, services
and solutions
S A F E T Y F I R S T
PolyOne Corporation 5
Injuries per 100 Workers
Spartech
Acquisition
1.3
1.1 1.1
0.85
0.65
0.57
0.54
0.97
0.84
0.74 0.74
0.69
0.51
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
YTD
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P O L Y O N E
2 0 1 7 R E V E N U E | $ 3 . 2 B I L L I O N
9%
United States
59%
14%
10%
Latin
America
9%
Canada
PolyOne
Distribution
34%
Performance Products &
Solutions 21%
Specialty
Engineered
Materials
19%
Color
Additives &
Inks 26%
Segment End Market Geography
Building &
Construction
Electrical &
Electronics
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016* 2017*
P R O O F O F P E R F O R M A N C E
C O N S E C U T I V E
Y E A R S
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8
$0.13
$0.68
$0.82
$1.00
$1.31
$1.80
$1.96
$2.06
$2.21
*Pro Forma for sale of DSS
“Where we were” “Where we are”
ROIC** 5.0% 14.0%
Operating Income
% of Sales
Color, Additives & Inks 1.7% 15.5%
Specialty Engineered
Materials 1.1% 12.1%
Performance Products
& Solutions 4.3% 10.7%
Distribution 2.6% 6.3%
**ROIC is defined as TTM adjusted OI after tax divided by the sum of average debt and equity less cash over a 5 quarter period
A D J U S T E D E P S E X P A N S I O N
S U S T A I N A B L E P A T H T O D O U B L E - D I G I T E P S G R O W T H
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P E O P L E P R O D U C T S P L A N E T P E R F O R M A N C E
Double digit
annual EPS
growth
Expand specialty portfolio
with strategic acquisitions
Innovate and develop new
technologies and services
Repurchase 600K-1M
shares annually
Increase commercial
resources 6-8% annually
Double acquired
company margins
Enhance efficiencies
through Lean Six Sigma
and commercial excellence
531
711130
158
504
656
2014 Q3 2018
R&D / Technical Marketing Sales
PolyOne Corporation 9
Increased commercial headcount
+ 34%
+ 22%
+ 30%
Generating opportunities
35% more sales calls
25% more marketing campaigns
1,000 new customers, expanding
customer base by 5%
$1.0B increase in new opportunities
Enhancing efficiency
8% reduction of average territory
size, enabling greater
customer focus
20% more prospecting calls
I N V E S T M E N T I N COMMERCIAL RESOURCES D R I V I N G G R O W T H
Lead
Specialists
T H E E V O L V I N G C U S T O M E R R E L A T I O N S H I P
PolyOne Corporation 10
Expanded Path
Traditional Path
Strategic Accounts/
Field Sales
Business
Development
Customer
Service
Web and Social
Media
Inside Sales
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Investments in digital and dedicated inside sales to
improve customer experience
80% increase in leads (from 6,000 to 11,000) driven
by website, phone, and online chat
EXPANDED PATH
A D D I N G C U S T O M E R T O U C H P O I N T S
4
21
Inside sellers
$11M
$88M
Inside sales/digital revenue
N E W R E S O U R C E S F U E L I N G T H E F U T U R E
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P O L Y O N E
S A L E S
F U N N E L
+34%
$3.0 billion
2017
$4.0 billion
A L I G N I N G W I T H T R E N D S F O R G R O W T H
T R A N S P O R T A T I O N P A C K A G I N G H E A L T H C A R E C O N S U M E R
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Facilitate
alternative
energy
solutions
Light-
weighting
Reduce
packaging
materials
Improve
recyclability
Reduce
spread of
infection
I N N O V A T I O N
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Customization
55%
M&A
30%
Innovation
Pipeline
Innovation comes from Research & Development Spend
($ millions)
Vitality Index
% of sales from products launched last 5 years
38%
$20
$52
Transformational
Opportunity for Growth
Through M&A
Adjacent
Opportunity for
Growth Through New
Product Pipeline
Core
Customization
3 H O R I Z O N S O F D E V E L O P M E N T
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Incremental
development
from existing
base of
technology
New development
adjacent to current
New technology
development
outside of and with
our current base
Service adjacent
markets and
Create new
markets, target
new customer
needs
Service existing
markets and
Market
Technical
I N N O V A T I O N
Non-Halogen Flame
Retardants
Barrier Technologies
Fiber Colorants
Advanced Composites
Thermoplastic Elastomers
Gordon Composites/
Polystrand – Composites
GLS – Thermoplastic Elastomers
ColorMatrix – Liquid Color
& Additives
I N N O V A T I O N P I P E L I N E
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PrototypeFrame
Opportunity
Scale-up & Test
Market
Build
Business Case
Commercial
Launch
(since 2015)
Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
8
6
2 1
15 4
10
11
4
7
Breakthrough
Platform
Derivative
Number of Projects 26 16 20 15 2 79
Total Addressable Market
($ millions) - - $1,230 $1,170 $440 $2,840
F L A M E
R E T A R D A N T
P O L Y M E R S
A D V A N C E D
C O M P O S I T E S
B A R R I E R
M A T E R I A L S
C O L O R A N T
T E C H N O L O G I E S
T H E R M O P L A S T I C
E L A S T O M E R S
I N N O V A T I O N S P O T L I G H T :
C O M P O S I T E S
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C O M P O S I T E S R E F R E S H E R
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Polymer
Composite
Strength
Design Flexibility
Continuous
Fiber
Thermoset
Short Glass
Fiber
Thermoplastics
Continuous Fiber
Long Glass Fiber
Thermoplastics
S T R A T E G I C I N V E S T M E N T H I S T O R Y
Acquired
Polystrand
Installed LFT
production
Avon Lake
Acquired
Gordon
Thermoplastic Composites
Long Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastics
Continuous Fiber Thermosets
Long Fiber
Thermoplastic
(LFT)
Technology
Installed LFT
production
Barbastro,
Spain
Acquired
Glasforms
Long Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastics
Continuous Fiber Thermosets
2012 2015 20162009 2011
Acquired
PlastiComp,
specialty LFT
producer
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C O M P O S I T E S I N T R A N S P O R T A T I O N
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W A T E R C R A F TR A I L H E A V Y T R U C K
Bulkheads and Transoms
Ceilings and Hatches
Doors and Cabinetry
Flooring
Door Panels
Side Walls
Flooring & Side Panels
Aerodynamic Fairings
Seat and Bunk
Reinforcements
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Safety Technology Geography Service FinancialPeople
Low EH&S
risk profile
New and
complementary
technologies
Leverage our
global footprint
Strong
customer
relationships
Foundational
operating
margins of
8-10% with
ability to double
Motivated team
with a specialty
culture
I N V E S T - T O - G R O W M & A S T R A T E G Y
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Capture
sourcing
synergies
Cross-sell
& blend
8-10%
operating
margins
I N V E S T - T O - G R O W M & A P L A Y B O O K
Protect
Retain
employees
Implement LSS to
drive efficiency
improvements
Innovate with
combined
portfolio
Safety
First!
T H E N E W P O L Y O N E : A S P E C I A L T Y G R O W T H C O M P A N Y
Growing leadership position in attractive markets
Innovation, technology and service are differentiators
Capital management is a strength: Record-setting cash generation
to continue for years
Expand ROIC while increasing invested capital
Proven acquisition strategy with robust pipeline
Commercial investments are fueling momentum and generating
organic growth
SERVICE:
T H E T I M E L E S S
D I F F E R E N T I A T O R
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T A L E N T D E V E L O P M E N T
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Leadership Program Participants
2012
2013
2015
47
86
2016
125
169
315
Campus Hires
2008
2011
2017
25
47
PolyOne LSS Blackbelts
2008
2011
67
220
147
2018 141
A U N I Q U E C U S T O M E R E X P E R I E N C E
Industrial
Design
IQ DESIGN LABS
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Material
& Color
Expertise
Manufacturing
Expertise
3
14
Industrial designers
$0
$7M
$4M
$40M
Opportunity funnel New business revenue
LSS CUSTOMER FIRST
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Customer Projects
Enables sales growth by building more intimate
customer relationships, giving us insight to customers’
needs, with a service that is not easily replicated
2 85
3 D P R I N T I N G
B R I N G I N G N E W I D E A S T O L I F E
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Enables validation of fit and function
Shortens design cycle and time to market
Avoids tooling rework
Drives innovation
Delivers substantial customer value
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From concept to production
99.9%
Reduction in
turnaround time
Traditional Timeline
up to 24 weeks
PolyOne ColorMatrix
Select™
6 hours
Innovative system for processors and OEMs to develop colors in real time
Complete system that provides customers with the freedom to match,
prototype and produce color entirely within their own facility
C O L O R M A T R I X S E L E C T ™
“Being able to create color and produce parts in 1 day is unheard of in this industry”
-CEO, Industry Leader
I N N O V A T I N G W I T H P O L Y O N E
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SEGMENT HIGHLIGHTS
C O L O R , A D D I T I V E S & I N K S
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Solid
Colorants
Performance
Additives
Screen
Printing Inks
Liquid
Colorants
27%
14%
Textiles
Building &
10%
10%Transportation
Electrical &
Operating Income & MarginRevenue by Region
C O L O R , A D D I T I V E S & I N K S
2 0 1 7 R E V E N U E | $ 8 9 3 M I L L I O N
$4
$25
$104
$139
0.9%
5.5%
12.2%
15.5%
16.0%
18.0%
100
110
120
130
140
150
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32%
46%
1%
Mexico
Brazil
S P E C I A L T Y E N G I N E E R E D M A T E R I A L S
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Engineered
Formulations
Advanced
Thermoplastic
Elastomers
20%
19%
13%
Building &
Electrical &
S P E C I A L T Y E N G I N E E R E D M A T E R I A L S
Revenue by Region Operating Income & Margin
2 0 1 7 R E V E N U E | $ 6 2 4 M I L L I O N
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$21
$57
$76
0.1%
5.1%
9.3%
28%
48%
22%
12.1%
P E R F O R M A N C E P R O D U C T S & S O L U T I O N S
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Specialty Vinyl
Solutions
Healthcare
Formulations
Smart Device
Materials
Flame Retardant
Polymers
Building &
30%
Electrical &
1%
Asia
77%
Mexico
P E R F O R M A N C E P R O D U C T S & S O L U T I O N S
Operating Income & MarginRevenue by Region
2 0 1 7 R E V E N U E | $ 7 2 1 M I L L I O N
$40
$24
$56
$77
4.6%
3.6%
7.2%
10.7%
16.0%
10
100
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$886 $668 $773 $721Sales
D I S T R I B U T I O N
E N D M A R K E T S & S U P P L I E R S
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23%
22%
Electrical &
Building &
$20
$25
$63
$73
2.9%
5.9%
6.3%
1.0%
3.0%
5.0%
7.0%
15
25
35
45
55
65
75
Operating Income & Margin2017 Revenue | $1.2 Billion
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T A R G E T E N D M A R K E T S &
A P P L I C A T I O N E X A M P L E S
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Thermally Conductive
Chemical Resistant
Polymer Colorants
Elastomeric Grips and
Handles
Structural Composites
Antimicrobial Technologies
Anti-Counterfeiting
Target End Markets… Healthcare
Catheter Technologies
Under-hood Components
Target End Markets… Automotive
Interior Structural
Sound & Vibration
Management
Roof Systems
Air Management
Electronics and Cameras
Lighting
Exterior / Interior Trim
Braces & Brackets
Fasteners
Seals & Flaps
Target End Markets… Consumer
Thermally Conductive
Polymer Colorants
Elastomeric Grips and
Handles
Structural Composite
Oxygen Scavenger
Laser Marking Additives
Antistatic Technologies
UV Light Barrier Technologies
Cap & Closure Colorants
Process Optimization
Antioxidant Technologies
Density Modified
Target End Markets… Packaging
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
Luxury Packaging
GravitechTM Density Modified Polymers
Eliminate costs by
increasing pigment density
Enhance color
performance without
altering form and
formulation
Increase design
capabilities by reducing
weight and layer thickness
Optimize Color Usage
OnColorTM Super Concentrates
Inhibit microbial growth on
polymer surfaces
Enhance value or products
and devices
Highly versatile
concentrate with the
ability to be incorporated
into a wide variety of
products
Combat Bacteria Formation
WithStandTM Antimicrobial Technology
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
Medical Device Housings
Chemically Resistant Engineered Polymers
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
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
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
Fiber Colorants
High flame retardancy to
meet strict UL standards
Greater processing and
design flexibility
Specialized additives
provide long term color
stability
Diffusive lens materials
improve light dispersion
Smart Home Devices
ResilienceTM Vinyl Solutions
PolyOne investor presentation
Forward Looking Statements
USE OF �NON-GAAP�MEASURES
Vision
Safety First
PolyOne�2017 Revenue | $3.2 billion
Proof of Performance
Sustainable Path to Double-Digit EPS Growth
Investment in Commercial Resources driving growth
The Evolving Customer Relationship
Slide Number 11
New Resources Fueling the Future
Aligning with trends for Growth
Innovation
3 Horizons of Development
Innovation Pipeline
Innovation Spotlight: Composites
Composites Refresher
Strategic Investment History
COMPOSITES in Transportation
Invest-to-Grow M&A Strategy
Invest-to-Grow M&A Playbook
Invest-to-Grow Proof of performance
Invest-to-Grow Driving the future
Strong Pipeline�driven by fragmented Market
Returning cash to shareholders�Over $1 Billion since 2011
ROIC drives shareholder return
Why Invest In PolyOne?
Service:�The Timeless differentiator
Talent development
IQ DESIGN LABS
LSS CUSTOMER FIRST
3D Printing�Bringing New ideas to life
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Innovating with PolyOne
COLOR, ADDITIVES & INKS
Color, Additives & Inks
Specialty Engineered Materials
Specialty Engineered Materials
Performance Products & Solutions
Performance Products & Solutions
DISTRIBUTION
Target end markets & �application examples
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V I S I O N
PolyOne Corporation 4
To be the world’s
premier provider of
specialized polymer
materials, services and
solutions
C O R E
V A L U E S
P E R S O N A L
V A L U E S
Honesty IntegrityRespect
Operational
Excellence
Commercial
Excellence
Specialization
Globalization
Collaboration ExcellenceInnovation
To be the world’s
premier provider of
specialized polymer
materials, services
and solutions
S A F E T Y F I R S T
PolyOne Corporation 5
1.3
1.1 1.1
0.85
0.65
0.57
0.54
0.97
0.84
0.74 0.74
0.69
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017
Injuries per 100 Workers
Spartech
Acquisition
PolyOne Corporation 6
P O L Y O N E
2 0 1 7 R E V E N U E | $ 3 . 2 B I L L I O N
9%
United States
59%
14%
10%
Latin
America
9%
Canada
PolyOne
Distribution
34%
Performance Products &
Solutions 21%
Specialty
Engineered
Materials
19%
Color
Additives &
Inks 26%
Segment End Market Geography
Building &
Construction
Electrical &
Electronics
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016* 2017*
P R O O F O F P E R F O R M A N C E
C O N S E C U T I V E
Y E A R S
PolyOne Corporation 7
8
$0.13
$0.68
$0.82
$1.00
$1.31
$1.80
$1.96
$2.06
$2.21
*Pro Forma for sale of DSS
“Where we were” “Where we are”
ROIC** 5.0% 14.0%
Operating Income
% of Sales
Color, Additives & Inks 1.7% 15.5%
Specialty Engineered
Materials 1.1% 12.1%
Performance Products
& Solutions 4.3% 10.7%
Distribution 2.6% 6.3%
**ROIC is defined as TTM adjusted OI after tax divided by the sum of average debt and equity less cash over a 5 quarter period
A D J U S T E D E P S E X P A N S I O N
S U S T A I N A B L E P A T H T O D O U B L E - D I G I T E P S G R O W T H
PolyOne Corporation 8
P E O P L E P R O D U C T S P L A N E T P E R F O R M A N C E
Double digit
annual EPS
growth
Expand specialty portfolio
with strategic acquisitions
Innovate and develop new
technologies and services
Repurchase 600K-1M
shares annually
Increase commercial
resources 6-8% annually
Double acquired
company margins
Enhance efficiencies
through Lean Six Sigma
and commercial excellence
531
680130
153
504
618
2014 Q1 2018
R&D / Technical Marketing Sales
PolyOne Corporation 9
Increased commercial headcount
+ 28%
+ 18%
+ 23%
Generating opportunities
35% more sales calls
25% more marketing campaigns
1,000 new customers, expanding
customer base by 5%
$1.0B increase in new opportunities
Enhancing efficiency
8% reduction of average territory
size, enabling greater
customer focus
20% more prospecting calls
I N V E S T M E N T I N COMMERCIAL RESOURCES D R I V I N G G R O W T H
Lead
Specialists
T H E E V O L V I N G C U S T O M E R R E L A T I O N S H I P
PolyOne Corporation 10
Expanded Path
Traditional Path
Strategic Accounts/
Field Sales
Business
Development
Customer
Service
Web and Social
Media
Inside Sales
PolyOne Corporation 11
Investments in digital and dedicated inside sales to
improve customer experience
80% increase in leads (from 6,000 to 11,000) driven
by website, phone, and online chat
EXPANDED PATH
A D D I N G C U S T O M E R T O U C H P O I N T S
4
21
Inside sellers
$11M
$88M
Inside sales/digital revenue
N E W R E S O U R C E S F U E L I N G T H E F U T U R E
PolyOne Corporation 12
P O L Y O N E
S A L E S
F U N N E L
+34%
$3.0 billion
$4.0 billion
A L I G N I N G W I T H T R E N D S F O R G R O W T H
T R A N S P O R T A T I O N P A C K A G I N G H E A L T H C A R E C O N S U M E R
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Facilitate
alternative
energy
solutions
Light-
weighting
Reduce
packaging
materials
Improve
recyclability
Reduce
spread of
infection
I N N O V A T I O N
PolyOne Corporation 14
Customization
55%
M&A
30%
Innovation
Pipeline
Innovation comes from Research & Development Spend
($ millions)
Vitality Index
% of sales from products launched last 5 years
38%
$20
$52
Transformational
Opportunity for Growth
Through M&A
Adjacent
Opportunity for
Growth Through New
Product Pipeline
Core
Customization
3 H O R I Z O N S O F D E V E L O P M E N T
PolyOne Corporation 15
Incremental
development
from existing
base of
technology
New development
adjacent to current
New technology
development
outside of and with
our current base
Service adjacent
markets and
Create new
markets, target
new customer
needs
Service existing
markets and
Market
Technical
I N N O V A T I O N
Non-Halogen Flame
Retardants
Barrier Technologies
Fiber Colorants
Advanced Composites
Thermoplastic Elastomers
Gordon Composites/
Polystrand – Composites
GLS – Thermoplastic Elastomers
ColorMatrix – Liquid
Color & Additives
I N N O V A T I O N P I P E L I N E
PolyOne Corporation 16
PrototypeFrame
Opportunity
Scale-up & Test
Market
Build
Business Case
Commercial
Launch
(since 2015)
Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
8
6
2 1
15 4
10
11
4
7
Breakthrough
Platform
Derivative
Number of Projects 26 16 20 15 2 79
Total Addressable Market
($ millions)
- - $1,230 $1,170 $440 $2,840
F L A M E
R E T A R D A N T
P O L Y M E R S
A D V A N C E D
C O M P O S I T E S
B A R R I E R
M A T E R I A L S
C O L O R A N T
T E C H N O L O G I E S
T H E R M O P L A S T I C
E L A S T O M E R S
I N N O V A T I O N S P O T L I G H T :
C O M P O S I T E S
PolyOne Corporation 17
C O M P O S I T E S R E F R E S H E R
PolyOne Corporation 18
Polymer
Composite
Strength
Design Flexibility
Continuous
Fiber
Thermoset
Short Glass
Fiber
Thermoplastics
Continuous Fiber
Long Glass Fiber
Thermoplastics
S T R A T E G I C I N V E S T M E N T H I S T O R Y
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Acquired
Polystrand
Installed LFT
production
Avon Lake
Long Fiber
Thermoplastic
(LFT)
Technology
Installed
LFT
production
Barbastro,
Spain
Acquired
Glasforms
Acquired
Gordon
Thermoplastic
Long Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastics
Continuous Fiber Thermosets
2010 2012 2015 2016 20162009 20122011 2014
C O M P O S I T E S I N T R A N S P O R T A T I O N
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W A T E R C R A F TR A I L H E A V Y T R U C K
Bulkheads and Transoms
Ceilings and Hatches
Doors and Cabinetry
Flooring
Door Panels
Side Walls
Flooring & Side Panels
Aerodynamic Fairings
Seat and Bunk
Reinforcements
PolyOne Corporation 21
Safety Technology Geography Service FinancialPeople
Low EH&S
risk profile
New and
complementary
technologies
Leverage our
global footprint
Strong
customer
relationships
Foundational
operating
margins of
8-10% with
ability to double
Motivated team
with a specialty
culture
I N V E S T - T O - G R O W M & A S T R A T E G Y
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Capture
sourcing
synergies
Cross-sell
& blend
8-10%
operating
margins
I N V E S T - T O - G R O W M & A P L A Y B O O K
Protect
Retain
employees
Implement LSS to
drive efficiency
improvements
Innovate with
combined
portfolio
Safety
First!
T H E N E W P O L Y O N E : A S P E C I A L T Y G R O W T H C O M P A N Y
Growing leadership position in attractive markets
Innovation, technology and service are differentiators
Capital management is a strength: Record-setting cash generation
to continue for years
Expand ROIC while increasing invested capital
Proven acquisition strategy with robust pipeline
Commercial investments are fueling momentum and generating
organic growth
SERVICE:
T H E T I M E L E S S
D I F F E R E N T I A T O R
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T A L E N T D E V E L O P M E N T
PolyOne Corporation 30
Leadership Program Participants
2012
2013
2015
47
86
2016
125
169
216
Campus Hires
2008
2011
25
47
PolyOne LSS Blackbelts
2008
2011
67
202
147
A U N I Q U E C U S T O M E R E X P E R I E N C E
Industrial
Design
IQ DESIGN LABS
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Material
& Color
Expertise
Manufacturing
Expertise
3
14
Industrial designers
$0
$7M
$4M
$40M
Opportunity funnel New business revenue
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Customer Projects
Enables sales growth by building more intimate
customer relationships, giving us insight to customers’
needs, with a service that is not easily replicated
2 85
3 D P R I N T I N G
B R I N G I N G N E W I D E A S T O L I F E
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Enables validation of fit and function
Shortens design cycle and time to market
Avoids tooling rework
Drives innovation
Delivers substantial customer value
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From concept to production
99.9%
Reduction in
turnaround time
Traditional Timeline
up to 24 weeks
PolyOne ColorMatrix
Select™
6 hours
Innovative system for processors and OEMs to develop colors in real time
Complete system that provides customers with the freedom to match,
prototype and produce color entirely within their own facility
C O L O R M A T R I X S E L E C T ™
“Being able to create color and produce parts in 1 day is unheard of in this industry”
-CEO, Industry Leader
I N N O V A T I N G W I T H P O L Y O N E
PolyOne Corporation 35
SEGMENT HIGHLIGHTS
C O L O R , A D D I T I V E S & I N K S
PolyOne Corporation 36
Solid
Colorants
Performance
Additives
Screen
Printing Inks
Liquid
Colorants
27%
14%
Textiles
Building &
10%
10%Transportation
Electrical &
Operating Income & MarginRevenue by Region
C O L O R , A D D I T I V E S & I N K S
2 0 1 7 R E V E N U E | $ 8 9 3 M I L L I O N
$4
$25
$104
$139
0.9%
5.5%
12.2%
15.5%
16.0%
18.0%
100
110
120
130
140
150
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32%
46%
1%
Mexico
Brazil
S P E C I A L T Y E N G I N E E R E D M A T E R I A L S
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Engineered
Formulations
Advanced
Thermoplastic
Elastomers
20%
19%
13%
Building &
Electrical &
S P E C I A L T Y E N G I N E E R E D M A T E R I A L S
Revenue by Region Operating Income & Margin
2 0 1 7 R E V E N U E | $ 6 2 4 M I L L I O N
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$21
$57
$76
0.1%
5.1%
9.3%
28%
48%
22%
12.1%
P E R F O R M A N C E P R O D U C T S & S O L U T I O N S
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Specialty Vinyl
Solutions
Healthcare
Formulations
Smart Device
Materials
Flame Retardant
Polymers
Building &
30%
Electrical &
1%
Asia
77%
Mexico
P E R F O R M A N C E P R O D U C T S & S O L U T I O N S
Operating Income & MarginRevenue by Region
2 0 1 7 R E V E N U E | $ 7 2 1 M I L L I O N
$40
$33
$56
$77
4.6%
3.6%
7.2%
10.7%
16.0%
10
100
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$886 $668 $773 $721Sales
D I S T R I B U T I O N
E N D M A R K E T S & S U P P L I E R S
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23%
22%
Electrical &
Building &
$20
$25
$63
$73
2.9%
5.9%
6.3%
1.0%
3.0%
5.0%
7.0%
15
25
35
45
55
65
75
Operating Income & Margin2017 Revenue | $1.2 Billion
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T A R G E T E N D M A R K E T S &
A P P L I C A T I O N E X A M P L E S
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Thermally Conductive
Chemical Resistant
Polymer Colorants
Elastomeric Grips and
Handles
Structural Composites
Antimicrobial Technologies
Anti-Counterfeiting
Target End Markets… Healthcare
Catheter Technologies
Under-hood Components
Target End Markets… Automotive
Interior Structural
Sound & Vibration
Management
Roof Systems
Air Management
Electronics and Cameras
Lighting
Exterior / Interior Trim
Braces & Brackets
Fasteners
Seals & Flaps
Target End Markets… Consumer
Thermally Conductive
Polymer Colorants
Elastomeric Grips and
Handles
Structural Composite
Oxygen Scavenger
Laser Marking Additives
Antistatic Technologies
UV Light Barrier Technologies
Cap & Closure Colorants
Process Optimization
Antioxidant Technologies
Density Modified
Target End Markets… Packaging
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
Luxury Packaging
GravitechTM Density Modified Polymers
Eliminate costs by
increasing pigment density
Enhance color
performance without
altering form and
formulation
Increase design
capabilities by reducing
weight and layer thickness
Optimize Color Usage
OnColorTM Super Concentrates
Inhibit microbial growth
on polymer surfaces
Enhance value or products
and devices
Highly versatile
concentrate with the
ability to be incorporated
into a wide variety of
products
Combat Bacteria Formation
WithStandTM Antimicrobial Technology
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
Medical Device Housings
Chemically Resistant Engineered Polymers
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
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
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
Fiber Colorants
High flame retardancy to
meet strict UL standards
Greater processing and
design flexibility
Specialized additives
provide long term color
stability
Diffusive lens materials
improve light dispersion
Smart Home Devices
ResilienceTM Vinyl Solutions
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Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures (Unaudited)
(Dollars in millions, except per share data)
Senior management uses comparisons of adjusted net income from continuing operations attributable to PolyOne shareholders and diluted adjusted earnings per share (EPS)
from continuing operations attributable to PolyOne shareholders, excluding special items, to assess performance and facilitate comparability of results.
Service:�The Timeless differentiator
Talent development
IQ DESIGN LABS
LSS CUSTOMER FIRST
3D Printing�Bringing New ideas to life
Slide Number 34
Innovating with PolyOne
COLOR, ADDITIVES & INKS
Color, Additives & Inks
Specialty Engineered Materials
Specialty Engineered Materials
Performance Products & Solutions
Performance Products & Solutions
DISTRIBUTION
Target end markets & �application examples
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Engineered Polymer Formulations for Firearm Components
Microbial susceptibility of various polymers and evaluation of thermoplastic elastomers with antimicrobial additives
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