Our Cesa™ Laser Marking Additives not only contain a laser marking additive but also deliver a part’s color and can include other additives such as those for scratch or UV resistance.

This literature shall NOT operate as permission, recommendation, or inducement to practice any patented invention without permission of the patent owner. 1.844.4AVIENT www.avient.com ADDITIVE TECHNOLOGIES Flame retardant additives Mitigates fire hazard by reducing flame spread and heat release Anti-static and conductive additives Controls build-up of static charges to reduce risk of fire and enhance safety Antimicrobial technology Reduces bacterial, mold and fungal growth on the surface and through the thickness of the part Light spectrum management Provides UV protection to prevent discoloration or degradation of mechanical properties for lasting outdoor durability and color fastness Scratch and mar resistant additives Adds protection to stand up to surface abrasion and wear and tear COLORANT TECHNOLOGIES UL 94 colorants Over 2,000 UL 94-recognized color concentrates, including for high temperature resins Special effect colorants Visual enhancements including metallic, granite, or pearlescent appearance Bio colorants and additives For use in bio-based plastics without compromising performance TECHNOLOGIES AVAILABLE TO ENHANCE PUBLIC CHARGING STATIONS Avient supports all of these solutions with a range of world-class services, including: • Polymer material expertise with a focus on sustainability • Application development expertise with global design centers • Regulatory compliance coordination to help mitigate risk • Reliable field technical services and support • Leading color trend and design services

MEVOPUR COLORANTS • Standard colors in PP and PE to shorten time-to-market • Custom colors matched to Pantone, RAL or other color reference • White colorants for pharmaceutical packaging for LDPE, HDPE and PP with opacity to reach USP chapter MEVOPUR FUNCTIONAL ADDITIVES • Antistatic formulation with good flow/impact for injection molding • Amide- and amine-free antistatic for film in contact with API (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients) • UV blocking for transparent PP and PE packaging to meet USP chapter • Non-migrating friction reduction/processing aid for PE and PP • Laser marking/welding additive for fast, reliable marking/assembly • MVTR (Moisture Vapor Transmission Rate) reduction for HDPE to improve shelf-life • Thermal protection of the polymer during processing • Gamma/e-beam sterilization protection for PP (up to 50kGy) with color compensation for reduced yellowing REGULATORY SUPPORT • Raw materials tested to: - ISO 10993-1 and USP biological evaluation - European Pharmacopeia 3.1.3/3.1.5 (polyolefin) - USP (polyethylene) - ICH Q3D elemental impurities • Registered Drug Master File (Type III) and/or Device Master File • Food contact established with FDA/EU* APPLICATION BULLETIN * FDA/EU compliance information available upon request Bormed™ is a registered trademark of Borealis Healthcare use limitations apply—see below.

The concentrates are particularly recommended for the coloration of yarns in specific undertones and when UV protection is needed.

PDI) on extruded profiles 2 ASTM D-638 3 ASTM 256 4 ASTM D-648 66 psi, unannealed, 0.125" 5 Savings depends on profile size and production volume Acrylite is a registered trademark of Evonik Performance Materials Lens Performance Resilience™ LS Frost PVC Acrylite® Satinice Frost PMMA Light Transmission1 at 0.060" (1.5mm) 83% Low Diffusion 78% Medium Diffusion 75% High Diffusion 81% Low Diffusion Diffusion Half Power Angle (DLD) 26° Low Diffusion 41° Medium Diffusion 58° High Diffusion 26° Low Diffusion Tensile Strength2 Tensile Modulus2 Tensile Elongation (break)2 7,360 psi 400,000 psi 20% 7,330 psi 330,000 psi 43% Flammability (UL 94) V-0 @ 1.5mm 5VA @ 2.0mm HB @ 1.6mm Notched Izod Impact (73°F)3 2.3 ft-lb/in 0.6 ft-lb/in Heat Deflection Temperature4 157°F/69°C 182°F/83°C UV Stability Good Excellent Chemical Resistance Excellent Good Typical Lens Profile Cost 10–15% Savings5 Baseline 1.866.POLYONE www.polyone.com Copyright © 2018, PolyOne Corporation.

KEY CHARACTERISTICS • Excellent impact resistance • Lightweight without compromising durability • UV and thermal stability • Ability to withstand harsh conditions • Resistance to rot and rust • Simplified manufacturing processes • Customizable material choice and appearance Ready to make the switch?

The concentrate also included the required color for the manufacturer’s branding and an additive for UV protection.

PRODUCT BULLETIN Silcosperse™ LM Laser Marking Additive Dispersions Silcosperse™ Laser Marking additives are laser absorbing silicone dispersions that use UV, YAG or fiber laser technologies.

THE IMPACT • FLEXIBILITY through wide range of color options • PROTECTION of product through antimicrobial technology • SPEED to MARKET through supplier expertise • COST REDUCTION through simplified processing • CONSISTENT performance through all-inclusive, one step masterbatch Each Smartbatch solution is custom formulated to incorporate color, antimicrobial technology and UV stability in one material, simplifying them manufacturing process and delivering consistent performance

They also add important characteristics, such as SWELLCOAT® water-blocking, water repellence, adhe- sion, color, and wear and UV-resistance to these and many other applications.