• The above list of factors is not exhaustive. • We undertake no obligation to publicly update forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. The non-GAAP financial measures include: adjusted EPS, earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA), adjusted EBITDA, net debt, Specialty platform operating income, Specialty platform gross margin percentage, adjusted operating income, return on invested capital, net debt/ EBITDA, and the exclusion of corporate charges in certain calculations. Average Debt Q3 2012 Q4 2012 Q1 2013 Q2 2013 Q3 2013 Average PolyOne Debt $ 705.2 $ 706.9 $ 1,055.5 $ 1,031.2 $ 987.7 $ 897.3 Average Equity Q3 2012 Q4 2012 Q1 2013 Q2 2013 Q3 2013 Average PolyOne shareholders’ equity $ 629.3 $ 629.1 $ 871.8 $ 993.9 $ 996.6 $ 824.1 Reconciliation to Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets YTD 2013 Short-term debt and current portion of long-term debt $ 9.9 Long-term debt 977.8 Less cash and cash equivalents (322.8) Net debt $ 664.9 Adjusted EBITDA Q4 2012 Q1 2013 Q2 2013 Q3 2013 Total PolyOne Income before income taxes $ (1.1) $ 15.7 $ 62.9 $ 38.8 $ 116.3 PolyOne Interest expense, net 13.7 15.6 16.6 16.0 61.9 PolyOne Depreciation and amortization 15.5 19.0 25.8 30.3 90.6 PolyOne Special items in EBITDA 26.5 27.7 (5.2) 11.2 60.2 PolyOne Adjusted EBITDA 54.6 78.0 100.1 96.3 329.0 Pro forma Spartech EBITDA 14.7 11.2 - - 25.9 Pro forma EBITDA $ 69.3 $ 89.2 $ 100.1 $ 96.3 $ 354.9 PolyOne Investor Presentation��Bank of America Merrill Lynch�2013 US Basic Materials Conference�December 11, 2013� Forward – Looking Statements Use of Non-GAAP Measures Strategy and Execution Drive Results Four Pillar Strategy PolyOne�At A Glance Mix Shift Highlights Specialty Transformation Proof of Performance & 2015 Goals Innovation Drives Earnings Growth We are Experts in Polymer Science and Formulation Positioned for Strong Growth Q3 2013 Financial Highlights Debt Maturities & Liquidity Summary – 9/30/13 Use of Cash Why Invest In PolyOne?

The above list of factors is not exhaustive. We will uphold these values with the utmost integrity in all that we do. With over 100 Avient production and distribution facilities, all operating with the rigor of Lean Six Sigma principles and excellence, we are proud to serve our valued customers wherever they need us.

NYSE: POL), a leading global provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions, today held its 2016 annual meeting of shareholders, during which time all presented proposals before shareholders were approved. We offer our most sincere appreciation for his leadership and wish him all the best," said The above list of factors is not exhaustive.

The above list of factors is not exhaustive. We will uphold these values with the utmost integrity in all that we do. Free cash flow conversion calculated as (EBITDA – Capex) / EBITDA HIGH FREE CASH FLOW CONVERSION Avient reflects 2021 estimated EBITDA of $580M and estimated CAPEX of $80M (excludes one-time synergy capture CAPEX of $20M) 86 93 85 83 79 77 75 89 85 83 81 79 79 78 77 74 en t (10) Total Enterprise Value / 2021E EBITDA Our current valuation with updated guidance implies an EBITDA multiple that is below many of our specialty formulator peers.

We have remained consistent in our view all year that to the extent demand conditions weakened further, we would be able to offset that with strength in composites, improving margins and cost reductions.” The non-GAAP financial measures include adjusted EPS, adjusted operating income, adjusted gross margin and adjusted EBITDA. The above list of factors is not exhaustive.

All rights reserved. This is to certify that the Environmental Management System of: PolyOne Polymers India Pvt. F-27, MIDC, Ranjangaon, Shirur, Pune, Maharashtra 412 220 India ISO 14001:2015 The Environmental Management System is applicable to: Certificate No: 55688 Certification Date: 15 March 2017 Effective Date: 09 March 2023 Expiration Date: 14 March 2026 Revision Date: 21 March 2023 Dominic Townsend, President DESIGN MANUFACTURE OF COLOR MASTER BATCHES, ADDITIVES CONCENTRATES AND SPECIALTY COMPOUNDS This certificate may be found on the ABS QE Website (www.abs-qe.com).

All rights reserved. This is to certify that the Quality Management System of: PolyOne Polymers India Pvt. F-27, MIDC, Ranjangaon, Shirur Pune, Maharashtra 412 220 India ISO 9001:2015 The Quality Management System is applicable to: Certificate No: 51482 Certification Date: 08 April 2015 Effective Date: 03 March 2021 Expiration Date: 07 April 2024 Revision Date: 08 March 2021 Dominic Townsend, President THE DESIGN AND MANUFACTURE OF COLOR, ADDITIVE CONCERTRATES AND SPECIALITY COMPOUNDS This certificate may be found on the ABS QE Website (www.abs-qe.com).

All rights reserved. This is to certify that the Occupational Health and Safety Management of: PolyOne Polymers India Pvt. F-27, MIDC, Ranjangaon, Shirur, Pune, Maharashtra 412 220 India ISO 45001:2018 The Occupational Health and Safety Management is applicable to: Certificate No: 55689 Certification Date: 15 March 2017 Effective Date: 09 March 2023 Expiration Date: 14 March 2026 Revision Date: 15 March 2023 Dominic Townsend, President DESIGN MANUFACTURE OF COLOR MASTER BATCHES, ADDITIVES CONCENTRATES AND SPECIALTY COMPOUNDS.

You have the responsibility to conduct full-scale end-product performance testing to determine suitability in your application, and you assume all risk and liability arising from your use of the information and/or use or handling of any product. This can help to reduce inventory and can allow the use of general- purpose resin Avient Value-Added Services Avient supports these colorant and additive technologies including: • A focus on sustainability with innovative materials and solutions to help you meet your sustainability goals, including PCR Color Predication Service and Product Footprint Calculator • Leading Color Trend and Design Services - Trend and color insights along with product development assistance from concept through commercialization to optimize design and gain speed to market • Avient Design - A highly specialized group of industrial designers and project engineers that provides advanced design and detailed analysis to foster higher levels of innovation • Application Development and Technical Support - Technical experts specifically trained to work directly with your team to solve definitive application challenges with new or existing approaches • Regulatory Support - Dedicated product stewardship assisting with new product approvals to reduce regulatory overheads and minimize risk • Reliable field technical services and support - Onsite support for tool design, startup, and production optimization to gain manufacturing efficiencies and help resolve technical issues

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