Globalization Positions us to serve our customers consistently, everywhere in the world. We did so at a time when the world craves a more sustainable planet, unprecedented innovation and economic growth. 22 We are a specialty formulator that enables many of the world’s products through innovation and custom solutions.

We also communicate this information to our leadership and other relevant internal stakeholders through heat-maps that visually represent our area of low, medium, and high areas of risk. It is estimated that 9% of the world’s plastic is recycled by end users. Factors for the rest of the world come from the World Bank Table 5.11 "World Development Indicators: Power and communication" (2014 data).

W H A T Avient works with OEMs in almost every market around the world, and they all face the same challenge ... product development. HOW4D DESIGN PROCESS USE OUR 4D PROCESS TO ACCELERATE NEW PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT SPECIALTY PORTFOLIO We combine design services with Avient’s materials portfolio to bring an unbiased, expert point of view to your design1 Color & Additives Engineered Materials Composites Soft Touch Distribution Rely on our technical expertise to validate that designs are manufacturable and materials will perform as intended once formed MANUFACTURING4 FEA/Moldflow/Mechanical Simulation Design Optimization Design for Manufacturing Processing Expertise Supply Chain Development Visualize color, material and finish options using our exclusive tools and expertise3 COLOR, MATERIAL & FINISH (CMF) DESIGN Color & Effects Texture/Finish Application Development Material Specification 2 INDUSTRIAL DESIGN From ergonomics and concept sketches to 3D models and photo rendering, you can count on our world-class studio to help you innovate Ethnography Brand Language Development Ergonomics & Usability Concept Sketching 3D Modeling 3D Prototypes Photo Renderings WANT TO LEARN MORE?

OUR VISION At Avient, we create specialized and sustainable material solutions that transform customer challenges into opportunities, bringing new products to life for a better world. Globalization Positions us to serve our customers consistently, everywhere in the world. We create specialized and sustainable material solutions that transform customer challenges into opportunities, bringing new products to life for a better world.

THE CHALLENGE Water purity is valued the world over. Acqua Plose natural spring water is one of the purest waters in the world and bottled without any treatment or other human intervention.

https://www.avient.com/investors https://sustainabilityday2023.avient.com/ https://www.avient.com/investors https://register.vevent.com/register/BI0b9400e410674b9d9dc80471579b64b9 https://www.avient.com/investors/events-presentations About Avient Avient Corporation (NYSE: AVNT) provides specialized and sustainable material solutions that transform customer challenges into opportunities, bringing new products to life for a better world. Examples include: • Dyneema®, the world’s strongest fiber™, enables unmatched levels of performance and protection for end-use applications, including ballistic personal protection, marine and sustainable infrastructure and outdoor sports • Unique technologies that improve the recyclability of products and enable recycled content to be incorporated, thus advancing a more circular economy • Light-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials like metal, glass and wood, which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of transportation and reduce carbon footprint • Sustainable infrastructure solutions that increase energy efficiency, renewable energy, natural resource conservation and fiber optic / 5G network accessibility Avient is certified ACC Responsible Care®, a founding member of the Alliance to End Plastic Waste and certified Great Place to Work®.

Richardson Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer PolyOne Corporation 4 PolyOne Corporation 5  Landmark portfolio transformation: > 85% of Adjusted EBITDA from specialty solutions  World-class innovation, technology and service are differentiators  Sustainability initiatives and alignment with megatrends drive above market growth in key end markets and applications:  Capital management is a strength - proven track record of expanding ROIC while increasing invested capital Transaction expected to add $0.85 to pro forma adjusted EPS 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 Integrity V I S I O N PolyOne Corporation 6 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 Respect Operational Commercial Specialization Globalization Collaboration ExcellenceInnovation To be the world’s premier provider of sustainable, specialty polymer materials and solutions. S A F E T Y F I R S T PolyOne Corporation 7 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 G R E A T P L A C E T O W O R K PolyOne Corporation 8 * Pro Forma for sale of DSS Operating Income % of Sales 2006 Q3 YTD 2019 Color, Additives & Inks 1.7% 15.5% Specialty Engineered Materials 1.1% 11.8% Distribution 2.6% 6.3% 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016*2017* 2018 $2.43 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 9 10 $0.13 $0.68 $0.82 $1.00 $1.31 $1.80 $1.96 $2.06 $2.21 A D J U S T E D E P S E X P A N S I O N 2018 2019E $1.65 $1.51 Pro Forma for sale of PP&S T R A N S F O R M A T I O N H E A D L I N E S PolyOne Corporation 10 C O M M O D I T Y T O S P E C I A L T Y T R A N S F O R M A T I O N PolyOne Corporation 11 • Volume driven, commodity production • Heavily tied to cyclical end markets • Performance largely dependent on non- controlling joint ventures • Shift to value-based selling & an innovative culture • New leadership team appointed • Implementation of four pillar strategy • Investment in commercial training and innovation • Faster growing, high margin focus • Accelerated growth with world class vitality index • Significant commercial resource additions • Expanded margins with specialty focus • Acquired strategic, bolt-on companies to expand technology offerings and improve geographic breadth Volume Value Transformation The Future 2006 - 2013 2013 – 20192000-2005 2006 - 2013 • Landmark portfolio transformation creates specialty growth company • Sustainability / mega- trends drive above market growth 2020 and Beyond F I T W I T H F O U R P I L L A R S T R A T E G Y PolyOne Corporation 12 Specialization • Innovation-led organization with heavy emphasis on R&D • World-class expertise in color formulation • Strong presence in specialty end markets including Consumer, Packaging and Healthcare Globalization • Diverse geographic portfolio with an established presence in every major region • Expands PolyOne’s ability to serve customers in key growth areas including India, China and Southeast Asia Operational • Extensive manufacturing footprint with 46 facilities • Organizational focus on optimizing supply chain to better serve customers • Color design expertise Commercial • Value-focused salesforce with vast experience marketing and commercializing specialty technologies • Diverse customer portfolio with established OEM’s People Experienced and talented associates with a winning mentality L E V E R A G I N G G L O B A L M E G A T R E N D S 13 Facilitate alternative energy solutions Light- weighting Reduce packaging materials Improve recyclability Reduce spread of infection 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 EC O N S U M E R PolyOne Corporation E N D M A R K E T T R A N S F O R M A T I O N PolyOne Corporation 14 Building & Construction 18% 8% 50% 22% High Growth End Markets Percentage of Total Revenue 38% E N D M A R K E T T R A N S F O R M A T I O N PolyOne Corporation 15 8% Building & Construction 38% Wire & Cable 11% Industrial Electrical & Electronic 7% Transportation 18% Building & Construction Wire & Cable Industrial Electrical & Electronic Appliance 3% Textiles Transportation 13% C O M P L E M E N T A R Y G E O G R A P H I C P R E S E N C E PolyOne Corporation 16 38% Europe 33% Asia 19% 22% Europe Asia & Middle East 31% 1% Color & Engineered Materials Clariant Color & Additive Masterbatch Business Net Sales by Geographic Region 31% Europe 36% Asia & Middle East 24% 3% Pro Forma Color & Engineered Materials 531 710 1,042 130 164 208 504 663 880 2014 2018 2019E PF* R&D / Technical Marketing Sales PolyOne Corporation 17 + 34% + 26% + 32% E X P A N S I O N O F COMMERCIAL RESOURCES D R I V I N G G R O W T H $2.9 $2.9 $3.5 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019E PF Total + 9% Organic + 5% Revenue in Billions Total + 10% Organic + 7%+ 47% + 27% + 33% $4.0 $3.2 2019E PF* P R I O R A C Q U I S I T I O N S : P R O O F O F P E R F O R M A N C E PolyOne Corporation 18 Commercial Resources Operating Income ($ in millions) Operating Margins 243 340 $36 $96 11% Established Acquisitions (> 7 years) + 40% + 165% + 900 bps U N I F I E D F O C U S O N S U S T A I N A B I L I T Y PolyOne Corporation 19 2006 - 2013 2013 – 2019 PEOPLE PRODUCTS PLANET PERFORMANCE Clariant Color & Additive Masterbatch Business • Building mini-recycling plants to facilitate customer projects on design for recycling - CycleWorks • Uses packaging additives & colorants to improve recyclability and enhance automated sorting • Manufactures oxygen scavengers to extend shelf-life of perishable items and reduce material requirements • Combines UV-blocking additive colorants & other barriers to prevent spoilage and waste • Offers spin-dyeing solutions that use significantly less water than traditional methods, allowing for sustainable coloration of textiles • Produces infrared absorbing additives that reduce energy requirements for bottle manufacturing ($ in millions) (Continuing Operations) Clariant Color & Additive Masterbatch Business Synergies New 2019E Total Sales $2,860 $1,150 $4,010 2019E Adjusted EBITDA $310 $130 $60 $500 % Margin 10.8% 11.3% 12.5% 2019E CapEx $60 $85 % Sales 2.1% 2.1% 2019E Free Cash Flow $170 $250 2019E Adjusted EPS $1.65 $2.22 2019E PF Adjusted EPS $1.65 $2.50 P O L Y O N E + C L A R I A N T C O L O R & A D D I T I V E M A S T E R B A T C H B U S I N E S S PolyOne Corporation 20 (1) Excludes step-up of depreciation & amortization related to purchase accounting of transaction (1) $0.85/share O V E R 8 5 % O F A D J U S T E D E B I T D A F R O M S P E C I A L T Y PolyOne Corporation 21 46% 66% 0% 60% 80% 100% 2005 2010 2015 2019E PF % o f A d ju s te d E B IT D A * JV's Performance Products & Solutions Distribution Specialty 7% 87% * Adjusted EBITDA is EBITDA excluding corporate costs and special items ** 2019E Pro Forma for PP&S Divestiture and Clariant Color & Additive Masterbatch business acquisition with synergies Specialty EBITDA $14M $117M $273M $500M ** PolyOne Corporation 22 T R A N S A C T I O N O V E R V I E W • Expected mid-2020, subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions Closing Conditions / Timing • Committed financing in place • Permanent financing to be combination of available cash on-hand, new debt and equity component to limit leverage • Equity issuance of $400 to $500MM • Target net leverage below 3.5x, 3.1x synergized, with intention to de-lever below 3.0x within 2 years PolyOne Corporation 23 • $1.45 B net purchase price • Represents 11.1x adjusted EBITDA (excluding synergies), 7.6x adjusted EBITDA (including synergies) • Pre-tax synergies of $60MM expected to be fully realized by the end of 2023 • Synergies realized from sourcing, operational, technology / commercial, and general administrative Transaction Value Synergies Estimated Synergy Breakdown $60MM • Expect EBITDA synergies of $60MM – Proven integration expertise with a decade of acquisition experience – Administrative synergies reflect reduction of duplicative internal and third-party costs • Run rate synergies of $20MM by the end of Year 1 with $60MM achieved by the end of Year 3 • Significant additional opportunity for geographical expansion – Clariant Color & Additive Masterbatch business has complementary regional presence in key growth areas including India & Southeast Asia • Opportunity to accelerate growth with a combined portfolio of innovative solutions aligned with sustainability megatrends Sourcing Operational 30% Administrative 30% PolyOne Corporation 24 S I G N I F I C A N T S Y N E R G Y O P P O R T U N I T I E S C A P I T A L S T R U C T U R E / L E V E R A G E PolyOne Corporation 25 At Close Year 1 Year 2 3.2x 3.5x 3.1x 2.6x Pro Forma with Synergies 2019E PF Two year leverage goal (1) Pro Forma Capitalization is for illustrative purposes only; amounts may vary depending on various market and other factors. Sources Cash from Balance Sheet $465 New Senior Unsecured Notes 650 New Equity 450 Total Sources $1,565 Uses Clariant Masterbatch $1,500 Clariant India Masterbatch 60 Less: Lease Adjustment (113) Net Purchase Price $1,447 Net Cash Acquired 57 Fees, Expenses & OID 61 Total Uses $1,565 ($ Millions) Cash and Cash Equivalents $370 $450M Senior Secured ABL Revolver - Senior Secured Term Loan B due 2026 624 Other Debt 25 Total Senior Secured Debt $649 5.25% Senior Unsecured Notes due 2023 $600 New Senior Unsecured Notes 650 Total Senior Debt $1,899 Net Debt $1,529 New Equity $450 Pro Forma Capitalization (1) PF 12/31/2019 $450 $600 $624 $743 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 A T T R A C T I V E F I N A N C I N G S T R U C T U R E Attractive Debt Maturity Profile Existing Revolver Existing Senior Notes Existing Term Loan B New Debt Summary Terms on New Debt  $465 million of cash from the balance sheet expected to fund a portion of the purchase price  Bridge financing for remainder fully committed from Citi, Morgan Stanley and Wells Fargo  Permanent financing expected to include a combination of long-term debt and new equity  The timing of the permanent financing is subject to a number of factors, including, but not limited to, market conditions  PolyOne is committed to preserving a strong balance sheet – Target net leverage at close below 3.5x, excluding synergies  Pro forma capital structure positions PolyOne with flexibility to pursue continued growth strategy  New financing expected to have same or better covenant package than existing capital structure  Capital structure would be “covenant lite” Capital Policy  Transaction in line with PolyOne’s disciplined capital allocation policy  Existing PolyOne dividend policy to be maintained  Focus on deleveraging in the near term 2028+ PolyOne Corporation 26 PolyOne Corporation 27 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  Landmark portfolio transformation: > 85% of Adjusted EBITDA from specialty solutions  World-class innovation, technology and service are differentiators  Sustainability initiatives and alignment with megatrends drive above market growth in key end markets and applications:  Capital management is a strength - proven track record of expanding ROIC while increasing invested capital Transaction expected to add $0.85 to pro forma adjusted EPS PolyOne Corporation 28 PolyOne Corporation 29

Globalization Positions us to serve our customers consistently, everywhere in the world. We did so at a time when the world craves a more sustainable planet, unprecedented innovation and economic growth. 33 We are a specialty formulator that enables many of the world’s products through innovation and custom solutions.

Globalization Positions us to serve our customers consistently, everywhere in the world. We did so at a time when the world craves a more sustainable planet, unprecedented innovation and economic growth. 27 We are a specialty formulator that enables many of the world’s products through innovation and custom solutions.

S&P 500 PolyOne Corporation Page 14 Well Positioned for Accelerated Growth $40 billion of market potential • Megatrends favor our solutions $1.9 billion of opportunities in our specialty innovation pipeline • Increased $200m from a year ago 44% of Specialty products introduced in the last 5 years World class leadership team drives next phase of specialty transformation: From Gold to Platinum PolyOne Corporation Page 15 Global Color, Additives & Inks John V. Garratt President, Performance Products and Solutions PolyOne Corporation Page 48 2014 Revenue by Industry Segment 2014 Revenues: $0.8 Billion At a Glance Performance Products & Solutions 80% 14% Latin America 4% Building & 33% Electrical & 1% 11% 5% Transportation 18% Wire & Cable 16% PolyOne Corporation Page 49 What We Have Delivered 4.3% 6.3% 7.2% 7.7% 2011 2012 2013 2014 Operating Margin $28 $39 $56 $63 2011 2012 2013 2014 Operating Income ($M) •Relentless focus on portfolio mix optimization •Lean Six Sigma drives operational excellence • Innovating in new markets such as healthcare •Expanding presence in Mexico and China Performance Products & Solutions PolyOne Corporation Page 50 $96 $109 2006* 2014 To Value Gross Margin ($ in millions) +13% 1,431 1,124 2006* 2014 From Volume… (lbs in millions) -21% Performance Products & Solutions *2006 = Near peak housing PolyOne Corporation Page 51 Accelerating Growth Market Growth/ Megatrends Innovation Collaboration Geographic Expansion Performance Products & Solutions PolyOne Corporation Page 52 Who We Are Growing With Performance Products & Solutions PolyOne Corporation Page 53 Geographic Growth Opportunities Mexico represents growth, spurred by: • Robust demand in Automotive • Re-shoring from Asia • PolyOne collaboration China is a $2B PVC market; 2nd largest in the world: • A new tax license enables domestic (vs. export) business • We have expanded capacity • We are investing in capability Performance Products & Solutions PolyOne Corporation Page 54 Addressable Market ($ millions) $300 $150 $200 Innovation Pipeline Potential Performance Products & Solutions Prototype Frame Opportunity Scale-up & Test Market Build Business Case Commercial Launch Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5 0 2 0 1 0 3 0 1 1 1 5 3 1 1 1 Breakthrough Platform Derivative PolyOne Corporation Page 55 Megatrends Aligned with Key End Markets Increasing Energy Efficiency Protecting the Environment Improving Health and Wellness Megatrend End Markets Globalizing and Localizing Health & Wellness Transportation Packaging Consumer Performance Products & Solutions PolyOne Corporation Page 56 Healthcare Solutions LED Lighting Key Initiatives Eco-Conscious Solutions $25M Revenue potential $30M Revenue potential $60M Revenue Potential Performance Products & Solutions PolyOne Corporation Page 57 Platinum Vision 4.3% 6.3% 7.2% 7.7% 10-12% 2011 2012 2013 2014 2020 Platinum Vision World Class Operating Margin Accelerating Growth Performance Products & Solutions Market Growth/ Megatrends Innovation Collaboration Geographic Expansion PolyOne Corporation Page 58 Summary • Business evolution from volume to value • Business is at an inflection point • Growth will be driven by:  Economic & Megatrend alignment  Innovation  Collaboration across PolyOne  Geographic sales expansion in China and Mexico Performance Products & Solutions PolyOne Corporation Page 59 PolyOne Distribution Mark Crist President, Distribution PolyOne Corporation Page 60 At a Glance PolyOne Distribution 15% 52% 2006 2014 Key Suppliers 2014 Revenues: $1.1 Billion ROIC Building & 13% Electrical & 23% 15% 4% 25% http://www.avient.com/Pages/VariationRoot.aspx PolyOne Corporation Page 61 What We Do Processing Expertise World-Class Supply Chain Deep Customer Relationships Market Consultation Right the First Time… Every Time PolyOne Corporation Page 62 What We Have Delivered 2.6% 3.5% 4.6% 6.4% 6.1% 2006 2008 2010 2012 2014 Operating Margin $19 $28 $42 $66 $68 2006 2008 2010 2012 2014 Operating Income ($M) • World class supplier line card • Differentiating with service and operational excellence • Key portfolio additions with DuPont, Bayer and Ineos • Value based selling and discipline PolyOne Distribution PolyOne Corporation Page 63 Accelerating Growth PolyOne Distribution Market Growth/ Megatrends Commercial Investment Cross-Selling & Collaboration Growth in Targeted Areas PolyOne Corporation Page 64 Who We Are Growing With PolyOne Distribution PolyOne Corporation Page 65 Megatrends Aligned with Key End Markets Increasing Energy Efficiency Protecting the Environment Improving Health and Wellness Megatrend End Markets Globalizing and Localizing Health & Wellness Transportation Packaging Consumer PolyOne Distribution PolyOne Corporation Page 66 Geographic Growth Opportunities • Currently 10% of POD’s revenue is generated from Mexico • Existing business is served “from the border” • New Mexico district & warehouse will drive transportation growth in Central Mexico • Expansion in China resulted from growing with our NA HC customers • Investing in sales deployments • Localizing supply • Gaining Share PolyOne Distribution PolyOne Corporation Page 67 Going Beyond Distribution WeatherTech® – Polymer BumpStep® BEDRUG™ – Tri-fold Truck Bed Cover CeQur PaQ – Type 2 Insulin Delivery Device PolyOne Distribution PolyOne Corporation Page 68 Platinum Vision 2.6% 4.6% 6.1% 6.5 - 7.5% 2006 2010 2014 2020 Platinum Vision World Class Distribution Margin Accelerating Growth PolyOne Distribution Market Growth/ Megatrends Commercial Investment Cross-Selling & Collaboration Growth in Targeted Areas PolyOne Corporation Page 69 Summary • Motivated and well trained POD sellers making the calls / collaborating with other PolyOne businesses • Representing a world class supplier line card • Delighted customers and suppliers who choose us to represent them PolyOne Distribution PolyOne Corporation Page 70 Financial Highlights Bradley C. Patterson President and Chief Executive Officer PolyOne Corporation Page 82 PolyOne Core Values Innovation Collaboration Excellence PolyOne Corporation Page 83 Confirmation of Our Strategy The World’s Premier Provider of Specialized Polymer Materials, Services and Solutions Specialization Globalization Operational Excellence Commercial Excellence PolyOne Corporation Page 84 ‘06-‘14 Adjusted EPS CAGR = 40% Strategy and Execution Drive Results $0.12 $0.27 $0.21 $0.13 $0.68 $0.82 $1.00 $1.31 $1.80 '06 '07 '08 '09 '10 '11 '12 '13 '14 Adjusted EPS Share Price vs.