THE SOLUTION Ballistic-resistant panels made with fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites offer key properties that enable Southern States to meet its customers’ critical needs. THE IMPACT Southern States’ ballistic-resistant solutions incorporate three layers of uniquely formulated GlasArmor composite panels to achieve Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Level 8 protection.

Available in unfilled, impact-modified and flame-retardant grades, these formulations deliver comparable physical and mechanical performance to conventional PC blends. ACTIVE INGREDIENTS RESISTANCE RATING Clorox® Disinfecting Wipes 5813-79 Quaternary ammonium +++++ +++++ +++++ ++ +++ ++++ Formula 409® Heavy Duty Degreaser N/A Lauramine oxide, ethanolamine +++++ +++++ +++++ + ++ +++ Lysol® All-Purpose Cleaner 777-66 Quaternary ammonium +++++ +++++ +++++ + + ++ $$$ $$$ $$$$ $ $$$ $ MATERIAL COMPARISON WITH COMMON CONSUMER DISINFECTANTS P AB S P PE T P PB T E 90 0 CR E 90 0 H I C R E 92 0 C RCRITERIA FOR RESISTANCE RATING + strength and elongation at yield retention between 90-110% + strength and elongation at yield retention between 75-125% + no statistically significant reduction in elongation at break (p < 0.05) + visual observation score of 4 or better (minor/no crazing, no cracks) + samples survived disinfectant exposure in strain jig Lysol® is a trademark of Reckitt Benckiser LLC Formula 409® is a trademark of The Clorox Company Clorox® is a trademark of The Clorox Company An independent, A2LA-accredited lab tested the following polymers with various disinfectants to help customers choose the material suitable for their specific application requirements.

Formulated with organic and inorganic antimicrobial additives, Cesa WithStand technologies are tested to specific log reduction requirements to eliminate or inhibit microbe growth, and protect against microbial degradation, mold and mildew. Cesa WithStand Antimicrobial Additives can be used across a wide range of polymer types.

BENEFITS • High additive loading for optimal UV stabilization • Solutions available for a large number of injection molded polymers including PP, PE, PS, HIPS, ABS, SAN, PA (nylon), PBT, Co-PET, PC, POM and TPU • Can be combined with colors and other additives in Smartbatch™ solutions • Formulations can be customized to meet specific regulatory compliance, e.g., EU and US food contact, toy, UL 94 recognition PRODUCT BULLETIN Copyright © 2023, Avient Corporation.

Omnicolor™ Multipurpose Colorants Omnicolor™ Multipurpose Colorants offer excellent color performance across a wide range of over 25 different polymers. KEY CHARACTERISTICS • Multipurpose, multi-resin colorant concentrates • Formulated with high quality, heavy metal-free pigments • Carrier system designed for compatibility across different resin systems • Samples available with quick turnaround in small lots for customer evaluation • Available in a wide range of stock and standard colors* • Low LDRs—typically 1–3% • Low minimum order quantities for both stock and non-stock colors * Color availability dependent on region or country PRODUCT BULLETIN MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS Omnicolor Multipurpose Colorants can be used for injection molding, blow molding, or profile and sheet extrusion processes.

In order to meet demand and avoid delays, multiple PCR sourcing outlets are often necessary and multi-pass recycling is utilized, both of which can increase the risk of polymer degradation impacting mechanical properties and creating potential product safety issues due to food contact concerns. Convertors and brand owners need to make educated choices for their recycled materials based on formulation expertise and data science to help achieve a consistent packaging product.

These CFAs are the result of Avient’s combined experiences in the development of chemical foaming agents for automotive plastic components and polymer solutions for healthcare applications. They are specially formulated for healthcare applications and manufactured under controlled conditions.

GlasArmor panels made with fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites provide excellent ballistic stopping power for the MPS while meeting the requirement of being lightweight and portable. THE IMPACT The MPS incorporates Avient’s custom-formulated GlasArmor ballistic panels that meet Level 3 protection under Underwriters Laboratories (UL) 752 standards for ballistic resistance.

GILMOUR® A Q U A A R M O R T M L I G H T W E I G H T H O S E • Lightweight • Improved kink resistance and flexibility • Soft yet durable solution for consumer appeal • Shelf differentiation • Drinking water safe • Met all requirements with a custom TPE solution, enabling Gilmour to produce a more compact hose about 50% lighter than standard PVC hoses • Incorporated custom colorants for brand consistency, and specialty additives for enhanced UV and abrasion resistance • Delivered a single-material solution for easier manufacturing, and supplied materials locally to align with customer’s “Made in the USA” brand • Provided regulatory and technical support to product development Customized Versaflex™ TPE KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

HOLGER KRONIMUS Vice President, Europe General Manager, Engineered Materials Europe Holger Kronimus is vice president, Europe, and general manager, Specialty Engineered Materials Europe, of Avient Corporation, a premier provider of specialized and sustainable material solutions and services.