Patterson President and Chief Executive Officer PolyOne Corporation Page 5 PolyOne Leadership Name Title Name Title Stephen D. Christopher Murphy Vice President of Research and Development, Chief Innovation Officer Michael A. Christopher Murphy Vice President, Research and Development Chief Innovation Officer PolyOne Corporation Page 22 2 lbs Plastic = 3 lbs aluminum or 8 lbs steel or 27 lbs glass 33% less material by weight than aluminum 75% less material by weight than steel 93% less material by weight than glass Requires 91% less energy to recycle a pound of plastic versus a pound of paper Source: SPI: Sustainability and the Plastics Industry Plastics: Key to Future Sustainable Development PolyOne Corporation Page 23 Decreasing Dependence on Fossil Fuels Globalizing and Localizing • Aging population • Longer life expectancy • Healthy living • Aging in place • Environmental consciousness • Alternative energy • Resource efficiency • Biotechnology • Global leader/local expert with customized solutions • Global OEMs seeking one standard of service everywhere • Efficiency focus • Reduced size/weight • Mass transit • Alternative materials • Electric vehicles Protecting the Environment Improving Health and Wellness Alignment with Megatrends PolyOne Corporation Page 24 Innovation Drives Earnings Growth $20 $53 2006 2013 Research & Development Spending ($ millions) Specialty Platform Vitality Index Progression* *Percentage of Specialty Platform revenue from products introduced in last five years 14.3% 30.7% 2006 2013 Specialty Platform Gross Margin % 19.5% 43.0% 2006 2013 PolyOne Corporation Page 25 Prototype Frame Opportunity Scale-up & Test Market Build Business Case Commercial Launch Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5 4 11 5 10 6 9 3 4 2 15 9 1 10 4 Breakthrough Platform Derivative A Rich Pipeline of Opportunity Number of Projects 25 14 19 17 18 93 Addressable Market ($ millions) TBD TBD $800 $450 $450 $1,700 PolyOne Corporation Page 26 Recent Innovations Aligned with Megatrends in Key End Markets and 2015 Goals Robert M.

This has allowed us to expand shareholder returns through our dividend program, which has increased at a compounded annual growth rate of 15%." 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; an inability to raise or sustain prices for products or services; our ability to pay regular quarterly cash dividends, including at the increased rate, 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.

Homepage // News Center // PolyOne Develops High-Performing Plasticizer Alternative for Flexible PVC In cooperation with a leading wire and cable PVC compounder, PolyOne’s cross-functional Synthetic Esters team proactively began developing another option.  The foresight and expertise of PolyOne’s Synthetic Esters team, combined with PolyOne’s manufacturing agility, enabled rapid development, production and delivery of a cost-effective alternative.”

Our application development, engineering and industrial design teams can help you to: • Increase stiffness • Improve impact resistance • Reduce weight through thin-walling and material reduction or replacement • Add strength in high stress areas Avient’s thermoplastic composite innovation cell in Englewood, CO features injection and compression molding equipment as well as design and testing services, all under one roof. CAPABILITIES • Prototype part sampling • Tooling validation • Process optimization • Material configuration • Application development support • Laminate analysis • Mechanical system analysis • Resin flow with laminate inserts • Finite Element Analysis EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS Injection Molding • Milacron-Fanuc Roboshot α-S15OiA with 4-axis robot • Maximum shot capability at 171 grams with a clamping for 198 tons • Trial molds include a 4"x6" flat plaque and a 3"x10" hat stiffening member Compression Molding • 450 ton down acting press • 39" x 39" platen size • Features automatic shuttle table with IR preheat oven Material Testing • Instron Model 5982 Universal Testing System with 100 kN load capacity • AVE2 non-contacting video extensometer with digital image correlation capability • Environmental chamber that enables testing from -150° to 350° C PRODUCT BULLETIN PROCESSABILITY MEETS PERFORMANCE Polystrand™ advanced thermoplastic composites combine high strength, unidirectional, continuous fibers with engineered thermoplastic resins to create continuous fiber reinforced thermoplastic (CFRTP) materials that feature exceptional strength-to-weight ratio and high impact resistance.

From a material perspective, we can help you make your way through regulatory complexities by leveraging our Product Stewardship program. We support your Device Master File submission for healthcare materials by developing and maintaining U.S.

DETROIT – PolyOne was recognized last night at the SPE Automotive Innovation Awards ceremony for its participation in developing an all-plastic temperature sensor, which will be commercially introduced on the 2015 Ford Edge. We are extremely pleased to once again be recognized by this prestigious automotive awards program for our collaborative efforts in replacing metal to improve production efficiency, reduce weight, and raise performance,” commented Kurt Schuering, Vice President, Global Key Accounts. 

Crist in the leadership role for PolyOne Distribution as a widely respected, 36-year veteran of the chemical distribution industry.  Horn began his career with Fiberchem in 1981 as a sales representative and progressively ascended through various leadership positions, culminating in being named president in 1991, at which time Fiberchem was acquired by

We manage training and development through global programs and technology, to provide a consistent and high-quality experience for associates. Our key development opportunities include nomination-based leadership programs (such as NextGen, Emerging Leaders and Elevate), foundational leadership training for all current or aspiring people managers, called Core Leadership, and Lean Six Sigma training at a variety of levels, where individuals can be certified for job-specific Lean Six Sigma programs, up through Master Black Belt certification. This is completed through regular performance feedback, individual development plans, mentoring programs and nomination-based leadership development programs for key top talent.

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