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– PolyOne today announced an expansion of its industry-leading Versaflex™ CE thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) portfolio for consumer electronics with two new grades tailored specifically for portable audio speakers. These new materials are formulated to improve design, performance and processing capabilities versus traditional silicone, thermoplastic urethane (TPU), or thermoplastic vulcanizates.   Protection against the Elements   For speaker gaskets and seals, Versaflex™ CE (40 Shore A) replaces separate O-rings with an overmolded, internal part that firmly bonds to polycarbonate (PC), acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS), copolyester, or PC/ABS without adhesives.

NEU™ Custom Capabilities offer engineered thermoplastic material solutions that support patient comfort and clinician sanitary needs. These tapes and laminates combined high strength, unidirectional fibers and engineered thermoplastic resins to help reduce weight while maintaining exceptional strength and impact resistance. The Solution Avient developed a new technology suite that uses specialty engineered polyketone (PK) thermoplastics and helps our customers meet their goals to lower the carbon footprint of their products versus traditional materials, like PA66 and PA6.

From Cesa™ additives that extend equipment life, to OnColor™ colorants that provide creative special effects, to specialty engineered polymers, our technologies improve the performance and aesthetics of EV charging stations. SAFETY Equipment security, fire prevention, user safety, functional performance SOLUTIONS: Flame retardants, anti-static and conductive formulations, antimicrobials, light diffusion technology LONGEVITY Long service life, chemical resistance SOLUTIONS: Scratch and mar resistant additives, impact modifiers, reinforced materials, rheology modifiers, compatibilizers OUTDOOR DURABILITY & WEATHERABILITY UV protection, chemical resistance, wind and impact resistance, color stability, light spectrum management, polymer integrity SOLUTIONS: UV resistant formulations, dimensional stabilizers, antioxidants, IR reflective, scratch and mar resistant solutions, modifiers and compatibilizers SUSTAINABILITY Eco-conscious options, lightweighting, VOC or carbon emissions reduction, reduced energy use SOLUTIONS: Bio-derived colorants and additives, chemical foaming agents, molded-in metallics, post-consumer recycled (PCR) formulations VISUAL AESTHETICS Custom colors, special effects and enhancements SOLUTIONS: Metallic or chrome- look colorants, pearlescents, granite or marble effects, wood grains, glow-in-the-dark technology HEALTH & HYGIENE Protection from mold, mildew, bacteria and unwanted odors SOLUTIONS: Antimicrobial and antifungal technologies, surface energy modification GO-TO-MARKET SUPPORT We have resources beyond our product technologies to help you get to market faster and more effectively Streamlined product development services through Avient Design • Color inspiration and technical guidance from ColorWorks™ Design & Technology Centers • Risk mitigation through invaluable regulatory compliance support • Accelerated commercialization with UL testing and part validation, and UL- recognized colorants FOCUS AREA APPLICATIONS KEY REQUIREMENTS TECHNOLOGIES Visual Aesthetics • User interfaces and touchpoints • Interactive touch screens • Lighting • Side panels and base plates • Cables • Closeouts • Informed color choices and customization options • Visual appeal for brand integrity • High- and low- gloss finishes • Consistent physical performance and dimensional stability • Special effect colorants • Smartbatch Combination Colorants & Additives • Custom and pre-colored formulations • ColorWorks Design & Technology Centers Outdoor Durability & Longevity • Ventilation panels • Closeouts • Cable retractors • Interactive touch screens • Outdoor weathering • Extreme (hot/cold) temperature resistance • Flexibility and ductility • Impact resistance • Chemical resistance • UL-recognized materials • Flame retardant formulations • Impact modifiers • Surface energy modifiers • EMI/RFI shielding solutions • Thermal and electrical management technology Health & Hygiene • User interfaces and touchpoints • Cables • Sockets • Plugs and adaptors • Filters • Kiosks • Microbial and fungal efficacy • Safe to touch • Visual clarity • Surface energy modifiers • Antimicrobial and anti- fungal solutions Sustainability • Structural panels • Connectors and electrical components • Thermal modules • Lighting • Receptacles • Reduced part weight or materials consumed • Recyclability • VOC reduction • PCR incorporation • Lower carbon footprint • Chemical foaming agents • Molded-in color (MIC) metallics • Laser marking technologies • Eco-conscious raw materials • Bio-derived technologies • Post-consumer recycled (PCR) content • Lower carbon footprint solutions 1.844.4AVIENT www.avient.com Copyright © 2023, Avient Corporation.

TRACTOR TRAILER OEM C A R G O T R A I L E R S I D E W A L L S • Suitable CFA design for PE sheet extrusion in layered, metal-laminated inner sidewall panels • Improved fuel economy and reduced trailer tare weight • Uncompromised outdoor durability and part strength • Reduced polymer usage while maintaining physical and dimensional requirements • Delivered significant 20% part weight reduction with CFA solution • Provided formulation to enhance throughput, leading to a 43% overall cost reduction • Created value beyond initial technical challenge with a credible problem solving approach • Enhanced performance with excellent sidewalls, uniform foamed plastic core, superior flatness, and rigidity Hydrocerol™ Chemical Foaming Additives (CFAs) and Cesa™ Nucleant Additives KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT? AVIENT SOLUTION LIGHTWEIGHTING + COST REDUCTION LEARN MORE Copyright © 2022, Avient Corporation.

Thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) and liquid silicone rubber (LSR) are now the materials of choice by product designers across countless industries and applications. Grade/Part Dependent Grade/Part Dependent

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Since gamers often use grips intensively for hours, there was also a risk that the soft silicone would peel off due to the unrelenting pressure on the part. THE SOLUTION While researching other possibilities online, the company found Avient and requested additional information on its thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs). In addition to providing a custom green shade, Avient’s engineers had to ensure the glow-in-the- dark effect could match dedicated gamers’ extended periods of play.

We are thrilled at the opportunity to be part of this effort by bringing enabling technologies to the Citroën team as they pioneer new directions in automotive design,” said Christoph Palm, general manager, Color & Additives EMEA & India, PolyOne Corporation. Citroën is part of PSA Peugeot Citroën, a leading manufacturer of automobiles. PSA Peugeot Citroën employs almost 200,000 around the world, and has more than 14,500 researchers and engineers across four R&D centers.

PolyOne developed an ultra-soft version of its GLS™ TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) approved for food contact and medical applications, and included non-toxic PolyOne colorants.  PolyOne is delighted to be part of this American success story,” said Charles Page, global marketing director, PolyOne GLS. Sandy Wagner Marketing Communications Manager PolyOne GLS Thermoplastic Elastomers +1 815-385-8500 sandy.wagner@avient.com