Material & Color Expertise Manufacturing Expertise 3 to 14 industrial designers $0 to $7M new business revenue $4M to $40M opportunities identified LSS CUSTOMER FIRST PolyOne Corporation 15 Customer Projects Cumulative LSS 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 PolyOne Corporation 16 W H Y I N V E S T I N P O L Y O N E ? 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 SEGMENT HIGHLIGHTS PolyOne Corporation 17 C O L O R , A D D I T I V E S & I N K S PolyOne Corporation 18 Solid Colorants Performance Additives Screen Printing Inks Liquid Colorants 27% 14% Textiles Building & 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 PolyOne Corporation 19 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 PolyOne Corporation 20 Engineered Formulations Advanced Composites Thermoplastic Elastomers 20% 19% Electrical & 13% Building & 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 PolyOne Corporation 21 $21 $57 $78 0.1% 5.1% 9.3% 12.5% 28% 48% 22% 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 PolyOne Corporation 22 Specialty Vinyl Solutions Healthcare Formulations Smart Device Materials Flame Retardant Polymers Building & 30% 15%Appliance Electrical & 1% Mexico 77% Latin America 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% 0 100 PolyOne Corporation 23 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 PolyOne Corporation 24 23% Healthcare 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 & Margin 2017 Revenue | $1.2 Billion http://www.avient.com/Pages/VariationRoot.aspx http://www.avient.com/Pages/VariationRoot.aspx 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 PolyOne Corporation 25 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 1 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 common shareholders, adjusted earnings per share (EPS) attributable to PolyOne common shareholders and adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) to assess performance and allocate resources because senior management believes that these measures are useful in understanding current profitability levels and that current levels may serve as a base for future performance. Segment highlights COLOR, ADDITIVES & INKS Color, Additives & Inks Specialty Engineered Materials Specialty Engineered Materials Performance Products & Solutions Performance Products & Solutions DISTRIBUTION Target end markets & �application examples Slide Number 26 Slide Number 27 Slide Number 28 Slide Number 29 Slide Number 30 Slide Number 31 Slide Number 32 Slide Number 33 Slide Number 34 Slide Number 35 Slide Number 36 Slide Number 37 Investor Presentation - March 2018 r4.pdf Investor Presentation - March 2018

They help make plastic parts opaque, but they don’t interfere with polymer colorants. They can withstand high temperatures and are resistant to most chemicals, abrasion and dirt2 and can be used with a range of colorants. Boyson, et al., “Graphene: Sheets of Carbon-based Nanoparticles,” http://www.dummies.com/education/science/nanotechnology/graphene-sheets-of-carbon-based-nanoparticles/ 5E.

ADVENTURE CAMPER MANUFACTURER W A L L & F L O O R P A N E L S • Ability to customize the face sheet structure, core material, and thickness to meet performance requirements • Lightweight, high strength-to-weight ratio compared to wood and aluminum • UV, chemical, and moisture resistant • Custom formulated the panel construction to meet lightweight, durability, and insulation requirements • Avient engineering team provided on-going material sampling and technical support throughout the development cycle • Ensured the face sheet structure provided a smooth surface finish and good adherence to paint or aluminum fixtures Polystrand™ Thermoplastic Composite Sandwich Panels KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

These new materials are available in a range of gloss levels and use temperatures, and can be used to produce capstock for vinyl, cellular vinyl, or wood-plastic composite profiles, or solid profiles and sheet if needed. PolyOne’s extensive experience in exterior applications combined with Geon Bold weathering data from multiple geographic regions provides customers with the necessary support and confidence during the selection process. PolyOne Corporation, with 2014 revenues of $3.8 billion, is a premier provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions.

Colorcoat™ Fiber Color Coating Achieve vibrant colors for safety, identification and aesthetics Vectran® Liquid Crystal Polymer

 (NYSE: POL), a premier global provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions, today announced the acquisition of Magenta Master Fibers (Magenta), an innovative developer of specialty solid color concentrates for the global fiber industry.  president, Global Color, Additives and Inks,  is a premier provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions.

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Increase sustainability, optimize color usage and reduce weight with just one technology Molded-in color hides scratches, withstands tough weather and helps you optimize manufacturing efficiency Infrared Detection Colorants

PolyOne at ITMA 2016: Meeting Stringent Environmental Regulations with Advanced Fiber Coloring Solutions Packaging That Dazzles Your Consumer: PolyOne Introduces Impress™ Color Concentrates with High Gloss Metallic Effect DŰSSELDORF, Germany – PolyOne today unveiled new Impress™ color concentrates that enhance polymer packaging with an ultra-glossy metallic ef

ColorMatrix™ Fiber Colorant Solutions feature a breakthrough liquid melt extrusion spin coloring technology for polyester fiber. Coupled with easy color-on, color-off operations to increase color change speed, the result is higher efficiency and productivity.  About PolyOne PolyOne Corporation, with 2015 revenues of $3.4 billion, is a premier provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions.