PolyOne Corporation Page 3 PolyOne Commodity to Specialty Transformation 2000-20052000-2005 2006 - 20092006 - 2009 2010 – 20152010 – 2015 2016 and beyond 2016 and beyond • Steve Newlin appointed, Chairman, • Steve Newlin appointed, Chairman, • Substantial EPS growth from $0.13 to all-time high of $1.96 • Substantial EPS growth from $0.13 to all-time high of $1.96 • Deliver consistent double digit annual EPS growth • Deliver consistent double digit annual EPS growth • Volume driven, commodity producer • Volume driven, commodity producer pp , , President and CEO • New leadership team appointed pp , , President and CEO • New leadership team appointed • Shift to faster growing, high margin, less • Key acquisitions propel • Shift to faster growing, high margin, less • Key acquisitions propel • Maintain >35% vitality index • Pursue strategic i iti th t • Maintain >35% vitality index • Pursue strategic i iti th t • Heavily tied to • Heavily tied to cyclical end markets • Implementation of four pillar strategy • Implementation of four pillar strategy y q p p current and future growth, as well as margin expansion • Specialty mix expands y q p p current and future growth, as well as margin expansion • Specialty mix expands acquisitions that expand specialty offerings and geographic breadth acquisitions that expand specialty offerings and geographic breadth • Performance largely dependent on non- controlling joint ventures • Performance largely dependent on non- controlling joint ventures • Focus on value based selling, investment in commercial resources and innovation to drive transformation • Focus on value based selling, investment in commercial resources and innovation to drive transformation to 65% of Operating Income – strongest mix of earnings in history to 65% of Operating Income – strongest mix of earnings in history • Invest and grow current and next generation talent • Invest and grow current and next generation talent PolyOne Corporation Page 4 Confirmation of Our Strategy SpecializationSpecialization GlobalizationGlobalization Associates Operational Operational Commercial Commercial Th W ld’ P i P id f S i li d PolyOne Corporation Page 5 The World’s Premier Provider of Specialized Polymer Materials, Services and Solutions 27 Consecutive Quarters of EPS Growth PolyOne Corporation Page 6 PolyOne At A Glance 2015 Revenues: $3.4 Billion2015 Revenues: $3.4 Billion 2015 Revenues: $3.4 Billion2015 Revenues: $3.4 Billion 7% PP&S Distribution 29% CAI 23% SEM %DSS End MarketsEnd Markets Adjusted EPSAdjusted EPS 66% 15%DSS End MarketsEnd Markets $1.31 $1.80 Adjusted EPSAdjusted EPS Textiles $1.96 $0 27 $0 21 $0.68 $0.82 $1.00 $1.31 Building & C PolyOne Corporation Page 7 $0.12 $0.27 $0.21 $0.13 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 10%Electrical & Mix Shift Highlights Specialty Transformation Old PolyOne Transformation 2020 80% nc om e* pe ra tin g In 80%+ 43% 65% % o f O 2%0% 2005 2010 2015 2020 Specialty OI $5M $87M $229M Platinum PolyOne Corporation Page 8 *Operating Income excludes corporate charges and special items JV's Performance Products & Solutions Distribution Specialty Color and Engineered Materials at the Heart of Specialty Transformation OPERATING MARGIN 16.7% 17.5% 20%+ COLOR, ADDITIVES AND INKS 15 8% 20%+ SPECIALTY ENGINEERED MATERIALS 12.2% 9.6% 9.3% 12.1% 15.8% 1 7% 4.6% 5.1% 5.5% 7.2% 8.1% 3.4% 5.1% 8.0% 8.6% 1.1% 1.3% YTD YTD PolyOne Corporation Page 9 Proof of Performance & 2020 Goals 2006 2Q 2016 2020 “Where we were” “Where we are” Platinum Vision 1) Operating Income %1) Operating Income % Specialty: Color, Additives & Inks 1.7% 18.0% 20%+ S i lt E i d M t i l 1 1% 14 9% 20%+Specialty Engineered Materials 1.1% 14.9% 20%+ Designed Structures & Solutions N/A 1.7% (TTM) 8 – 10% Performance Products & Solutions 5.5% 12.3% 12 – 14% Distribution 2.6% 6.5% 6.5 – 7.5% 2) Specialty Platform % of Operating Income 6.0% 61% 80%+ 3) ROIC* 5.0% 12.0% 15% 4) Adjusted EPS Growth N/A 11% Double Digit PolyOne Corporation Page 10 ) j % Expansion *ROIC is defined as TTM adjusted OI divided by the sum of average debt and equity over a 5 quarter period TPE’s & Film Therma-Tech™ & Sheet GEON™ Vinyl TPE + OnForce™ Gravi-Tech™ Polymer ColorantsTherma-Tech™ Film PolyOne Corporation Page 11Page 11 Target End Markets… Healthcare OnForce TPE + OnForce TPE Vibration Dampening (SEM/GLS) Source: Outdoor Industry Association TPE & Film (SEM + DSS) Thermoplastic Elastomers TPE O F Polymer Colorants (CAI) Thermatech TPE + OnForce OnForce Thermoplastic Elastomers Sheet (DSS) Polymer Colorants (CAI) PolyOne Corporation Page 12 Target End Markets… Outdoor High Performance Sound & Vibration Management Roof Systems Management Interior & Exterior Trim Interior Structural Components Fuel Handling Underhood Components g SystemsAir management Electronics & Cameras Structural Braces & Brackets Lighting Fluid Handling PolyOne Corporation Page 13 Target End Markets… Automotive ColorMatrix™ Amosorb™ ColorMatrix™ Ultimate™ UV Oxygen Scavenger Ultimate UV Light Barrier PreservaPak™ OnColor™ Smart Batch™ OnCap™ Laser Marking Additives VersaFlex™ TPE Cap Liner PolyOne Corporation Page 14 Target End Markets… Packaging Innovation Drives Earnings Growth $53 Research & Development Spending ($ millions) Specialty Platform Vitality Index Progression* 34% CAI & SEM Gross Margin Target ≥ 35% $20 $53 43% *Specialty Platform revenue from products introduced in last five years 2006 2015 2006 20152006 2015 Innovation Pipeline PotentialInnovation Pipeline Potential PolyOne Corporation Page 15 Ours is Not a Cost Cutting Story VolumeCommercial, R&D Adjusted 2,883 Volume (lbs in millions) $192 Commercial, R&D and Marketing Spending ($M) $721 Adjusted Gross Profit ($M) -16% +86% +138% 2,414$103 $303 2006 20152006 2015 2006 2015 PolyOne Corporation Page 16 Design and Service as a Differentiator Right Material & Color Desired Product Design Appropriate Manufacturing Process Connecting Delivering Concept to Commercialization Connecting the Dots with iQ Design Labs and InVisiO Color Design PolyOne Corporation Page 17 CommercializationInVisiO Color Design Customer First Through World-Class Service Strengthening relationships through:  Providing LSS services to small/medium sized customers  Providing training in Customer Centric Selling Skills with customers On-Time Delivery Commitment to Operational Excellence World’s Best Business Process Excellence Program in 2012* World’s Best Start-up program for Lean Six Sigma Deployment in 2009* 81% 93% 2006 2015 Working Capital % of Sales 16.2%  52% of associates trained in LSS PolyOne Corporation Page 18 2006 2015  Five consecutive years – CFO Magazine Best Working Capital Management in the chemical industry Debt Maturities & Pension Funding 102% Pension Funding** As of June 30, 2016 $700 $800 Debt Maturities As of June 30, 2016 ($ millions) 80% 90% $547 $600 $600 $700 70% $500 50% $300 $400 30% 2008 2Q 2016 $200 2022 2023 Coupon Rate: LIBOR + 2 75% 5 250% PolyOne Corporation Page 19 Net Debt / Adjusted EBITDA*= 2.3x ** includes US-qualified pension plans only*TTM 6/30/2016 Coupon Rate: LIBOR + 2.75% 5.250% (3.50%) Free Cash Flow and Strong Balance Sheet Fund Investment / Shareholder Return  Expanding our sales, marketing, and technical capabilities  Investing in operational  Repurchased 17.3 million shares since early 2013  10 0 million shares are Investing in operational and LSS initiatives  ~75% of capital expenditures fund growth initiatives Organic Gro th Share Rep rchases  10.0 million shares are available for repurchase under the current authorization Growth Repurchases Acquisitions Dividends Annual Dividend  Targets that expand our: • Specialty offerings • End market $0.32 $0.40 $0.48 $0.30 $0.40 $0.50 • End market presence • Geographic breadth  Synergy opportunities  Adjacent material $0.24 PolyOne Corporation Page 20 $0.16 $ $0.10 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 solutions Why Invest In PolyOne?  Addressable market exceeds $40 billion St f d t t th t t t d ti Strong performance demonstrates that our strategy and execution are working  Megatrends and emerging opportunities align with our strengths  Innovation and services provide differentiation, incremental pricing power, and competitive advantage  Strong and proven management team driving growth and performance The New PolyOne: A Specialty Growth Company g p g g g p PolyOne Corporation Page 21 The New PolyOne: A Specialty Growth Company Appendix PolyOne Corporation Page 22 2Q 2016 Financial Highlights  Performance Products & Solutions operating margin grew 370 basis $18 $16 $21 $22 PP&S Operating Profit points year-over-year to 12.3% $11 $16 $10 $14 SEM O ti P fit  SEM operating margin expanded 50 basis points to a record second $19 $20 $21 $22 SEM Operating Profit Adjusted EPS quarter level of 14.9% $13 $10 $14 $0.37 $0.51 $0.57 $0.63 $0.45 $0.70 Adjusted EPS  Second quarter adjusted EPS has grown on average 20% per year PolyOne Corporation Page 23 $0.30 $ since 2012 Note: $ in millions, except per share data Color, Additives and Inks 2015 Revenues: $0.8 Billion Solutions 48% 33% 16.7% 18.0% 20%+Operating Income % of Sales Expanding Profits2015 Revenue by Industry Segment Textiles 4.6% 5.1% 5.5% 7.2% 8.1% 12.2% Building & C i PolyOne Corporation Page 24 Electrical & 1% Specialty Engineered Materials 2015 Revenues: $0.5 Billion Solutions 49%49% 29% 14.7% 14.9% 20%+Operating Income % of Sales 2015 Revenue by Industry Segment Expanding Profits 19% 1.1% 1.3% 3.4% 5.1% 9.6% 8.0% 8.6% 9.3% 12.1%Building & Electrical & PolyOne Corporation Page 25 Designed Structures and Solutions Solutions2015 Revenues: $0.5 Billion 97% 8-10% Operating Income % of Sales Expanding Profits2015 Revenue by Industry Segment Packaging 19% 1.4% 5.6% 7.3% 3.0% 1.0%Building & Construction Industrial 24% Transportation 33% PolyOne Corporation Page 26 2012 2013 2014 2015 2Q'16 2020 Appliances, Construction Performance Products and Solutions Solutions2015 Revenues: $0.7 Billion 79% CanadaCanada 5% Transportation 19% Wire & Cable 12-14% Operating Income % of Sales Expanding Profits 12.3% 2015 Revenue by Industry Segment Building & Electrical & El t i 1% % 5.5% 6.9% 3.8% 3.6% 5.5% 4.3% 6.3% 7.2% 8.3%7.7% PolyOne Corporation Page 27 Distribution Key Suppliers2015 Revenues: $1.0 Billion 24% Building & 4%Consumer 13%Healthcare Electrical & 23% 6 6% 6.5-7.5% 6 5% Operating Income % of Sales53% ROIC Expanding Profits 2.6% 3.0% 3.5% 4.0% 4.6% 5.6% 6.4% 5.9% 6.6% 6.5% 6.1% PolyOne Corporation Page 28 2006 2Q 2016 Platinum Plastics: Key to Future Sustainable Development 2 lbs Plastic = 3 lbs aluminum Requires 91% less energy to  recycle a pound of plastic versus  a pound of paper3 lbs aluminum 8 lbs steel a pound of paper 27 lbs glass 33% less material by weight  than aluminum 75% less material by weight75% less material by weight  than steel 93% less material by weight  than glass PolyOne Corporation Page 29 than glass Source: SPI: Sustainability and the Plastics Industry Application Examples PolyOne Corporation Page 30 Luxury Packaging with Gravitech Density Modified Polymers • Impart weight, sound and  metallic finish to caps andmetallic finish to caps and  closures for cosmetics and  spirits applications • Elevate quality and prestige  perceptions amongperceptions among  high‐end consumers • Eliminate time and cost  associated with secondary  operations and assembly PolyOne Corporation Page 31 p y Medical Device Housings with Chemically Resistant Engineered Polymers • Durable, long‐lasting products  stand up to the most  aggressive disinfectants • Minimize environmental stress  cracking and discolorationg • One of the broadest medically y approved polymer and  colorant portfolios PolyOne Corporation Page 32 Printed Circuit Boards with Thermally Conductive Polymers • Replaces metal by etchingReplaces metal by etching  circuit designs into thermally  conductive plastic • Maintains heat transfer and  cooling capabilities of metals • Reduces both weight and cost • Increases the lifetime and  reliability of electronic systems PolyOne Corporation Page 33 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 PolyOne Corporation Page 34 • Faster development timelines Outdoor Applications • Leading provider of high  performance specialty materials for the recreational and sports & p leisure industry • Well positioned across all segments  to address market needs  Metal to Polymer Conversion  Lightweighting  Thermal Management  Impact Performance PolyOne Corporation Page 35 Source: Outdoor Industry Association Fiber Colorants Solutions for clothing, apparel, footwear, automotive & sporting goods • 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Extrusion‐spun fibers colored via  solid masterbatch PolyOne Corporation Page 36 PET Bottling Technology • $1.5 billion attractive, growing market  Shelf‐life  extension Weight  reduction • Improve performance and reduce cost through light‐weighting,  d d t f t l ti Greater product  consistency l b l Enhanced product  aesthetics reduced waste, faster cycle times  and extended shelf life Recyclability and  reduced carbon  footprint aesthetics High heat • Aligned with megatrend of facing  climate and resource challenges: Color and Special Effects High heat resistance Sustainability benefits include  lower package weight and  improved recyclability of package  at end of use PolyOne Corporation Page 37 at end of use  Metal Replacement Solutions • Replaces metal in LED lighting • Extends LED durability and life  span eliminating hot spots • Greater design flexibility with  fewer parts • Weight reduction l f f d• Simplifies manufacturing and  lowers total production cost PolyOne Corporation Page 38 High-Barrier Packaging Containers • Capability to extrude up to 13 layers• Capability to extrude up to 13 layers • Strong oxygen and moisture vapor  transmission protectiontransmission protection • Can be made symmetrical or  asymmetrical to meet customizedasymmetrical to meet customized  needs of broad variety of applications • Barrier protection and superiorBarrier protection and superior  sensory properties PolyOne Corporation Page 39 1 Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures (Unaudited) (Dollars in millions, except per share data) Below is a reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable measures calculated and presented in accordance with U.S.

44 in. span, ASTM 7249 Note: Additional core materials available.

Toxicity for Reproduction PROPERTY DETAIL Physical State Solid Form Powder/ Beads Color Black Odor Odorless Melting Point 3550°C Boiling Point 500–600°C Partition Coefficient: N-octanol/Water Not Applicable Bulk Density 1.7-1.8 g/cm3 (20°C) Water Solubility Insoluble Self-ignition Temperature >284°F Flammability >45 s Explosiveness 50 g/m3 PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL PROPERTIES EXPOSURE HUMAN HEALTH SAFETY ASSESSMENT Human Health Carbon Black, when generally used as noted above is bound into a matrix.

POPULAR BELT & HOSE REINFORCEMENT PRODUCTS Product ID Coating Base Fiber Nominal Break Strength Nominal Yield Geometry Diameter Notes K1000T FIBER-LINE® 43 LBs (19 KGs)  12987 FT/LB 8725 M/KG Round/Flat .374 mm Twisted Kevlar with heat-activated K2160T 100 LBs (45 KGs) 5847 FT/LB 3928 M/KG Round/Flat .558 mm Twisted Kevlar with heat-activated K1500 1x2x3 400 LBs (180 KGs) 1366 FT/LB 917 M/KG Round 1.22 mm Twisted Kevlar cord with heat-activated V1500 2x3 Vectran 550 LBS (250 KGs) 1373 FT/LB 921 M/KG Round 1.305 mm Twisted Vectran cord with heat-activated LOCATIONS Headquarters, R&D, Manufacturing FIBER-LINE® LLC 3050 Campus Drive Hatfield, PA 19440 +1 215.997.9181 fiber@fiber-line.com Manufacturing Operations FIBER-LINE® LLC 280 Performance Drive SE Hickory, NC 28602 +1 828.326.8700 fiber@fiber-line.com EMEA & Asia Pacific Operations FIBER-LINE® INTERNATIONAL B.V.

Product ID Coating Base Fiber Break Strength Yield Geometry Nominal Diameter Notes K1000 1x3 (HT) FIBER-LINE® 125 LBs (55 KGs) 3930 FT/LB (2639 M/KG) Round/Flat .762 mm Highly twisted cord lubricated for easy under armor ripping K400 1x3 FIBER-LINE® 65 LBs (29 KGs) 10989 FT/LB (7384 M/KG) Round/Flat .435 mm Lubricated for fast & easy ripping K1500 1x3 FIBER-LINE® 200 LBs (91 KGs) 2500 FT/LB (1679 M/KG) Round/Flat .905 mm Lubricated for fast & easy ripping P3000 (HT) FIBER-LINE® Repelcoat™ PET Polyester 60 LBs (27 KGs) 3935 FT/LB (2645 M/KG) Round .695 mm Water repellency coating V1420T FIBER-LINE® Blockcoat™ VectranTM 90 LBs (40 KGs) 9010 FT/LB (6050 M/KG) Round/Flat .456 mm Vectran utilized to eliminate outgassing.

Footprint (LxW cm) 86 x 80 Controller options 6000 Typical max. throughput (kg/hr) 120 Max. metering rate (cc/s) 1.25 Continuous use Yes Transfer pumps PC Metering pumps PC Interchangeable cassette Yes Note: PC = Progressing Cavity Pump Peri = Peristatic Pump PLANETPAK™ CONTAINERS The FlexCart system is designed to work with the standardized PlanetPak container range of packaging, achieving 99% reliable yield whilst at the same time achieving a sustainable packaging format in terms of full recyclability.

VALUE BENEFITS OF USING THE FLEXCART MINI SYSTEM FlexCart units & PlanetPak containers create a market leading metering system: • Robust and dependable system control • Reliable yield (typically 99% using a PlanetPak) and sustainable packaging • Capability of data networking and remote internet support • Simplified changeover with interchangeable cassettes FLEXCART™ MINI LIQUID METERING SYSTEM Combined with the PlanetPak™ delivery packaging Note: PC = Progressing Cavity Pump Peri = Peristatic Pump ATTRIBUTE FLEXCART MINI Footprint (LxW cm) 98 x 38 Controller options 3000 5000 Typical max. throughput (kg/hr) 625 Max. metering rate (cc/s) 10 Continuous use Yes Transfer pumps Peri Metering pumps PC/Peri Interchangeable cassette Yes PLANETPAK™ CONTAINERS The FlexCart system is designed to work with the standardized PlanetPak container range of packaging, typically achieving 99% reliable yield while also achieving a sustainable packaging format that is fully recyclable.

KEY CHARACTERISTICS • Manufactured at four ISO 13485 certified manufacturing sites, providing global consistency and increased security of supply • Documented change control beyond CAS number, reducing risk of change • Non-phthalate and formulated without animal-derived substances • Available as pre-colored formulation or concentrate and for use in different polymers 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 * Design note: Effect colors require careful consideration of part design and polymer flow paths to minimize visible flow lines.

Net 90 days from the bill of lading (or delivery note) or invoice date which comes later. 3.2.3 EMEA. 90 days from end of the invoice month, unless local law requires a shorter period. 3.2.4 South America. In the event Avient gives notice that an invoice is incorrect or disputed, the Supplier shall immediately issue a credit note and/or a new invoice for the correct amount. Supplier will provide the (pre-) registration number(s) to Avient. 12.

The company noted that fourth quarter 2023 GAAP EPS includes $0.06 of special items (see Attachment 3) and $0.16 of intangible amortization expense (see Attachment 1). The company also noted that it finished the year with cash flow from operations of $202 million; excluding $104 million of taxes paid on the sale of the Distribution business, cash flow from operations was $306 million. 2) Tax adjustments include the net tax impact from non-recurring income tax items, adjustments to uncertain tax position reserves and the establishment, reversal or changes to valuation allowances. 10 Attachment 4 Avient Corporation Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited) (In millions) Year Ended December 31, 2023 2022 ASSETS Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 545.8 $ 641.1 Accounts receivable, net 399.9 440.6 Inventories, net 347.0 372.7 Other current assets 114.9 115.3 Total current assets 1,407.6 1,569.7 Property, net 1,028.9 1,049.2 Goodwill 1,719.3 1,671.9 Intangible assets, net 1,590.8 1,597.6 Operating lease assets, net 65.3 60.4 Other non-current assets 156.6 136.2 Total assets $ 5,968.5 $ 6,085.0 LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY Current liabilities: Short-term and current portion of long-term debt $ 9.5 $ 2.2 Accounts payable 432.3 454.4 Current operating lease obligations 16.6 17.0 Accrued expenses and other current liabilities 315.2 395.8 Total current liabilities 773.6 869.4 Non-current liabilities: Long-term debt 2,070.5 2,176.7 Pension and other post-retirement benefits 67.2 67.2 Deferred income taxes 281.6 342.5 Non-current operating lease obligations 43.2 40.9 Other non-current liabilities 394.4 235.5 Total non-current liabilities 2,856.9 2,862.8 SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY Avient shareholders’ equity 2,319.2 2,334.5 Noncontrolling interest 18.8 18.3 Total equity 2,338.0 2,352.8 Total liabilities and equity $ 5,968.5 $ 6,085.0 11 Attachment 5 Avient Corporation Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Unaudited) (In millions) Year Ended December 31, 2023 2022 Operating activities Net income $ 76.2 $ 703.4 Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities: Gain on sale of business, net of tax expense — (550.1) Depreciation and amortization 186.9 157.6 Accelerated depreciation 1.9 5.5 Amortization of inventory step-up — 34.4 Deferred income tax (benefit) expense (61.3) 0.5 Share-based compensation expense 13.2 13.2 Changes in assets and liabilities, net of the effect of acquisitions: Decrease in accounts receivable 38.6 32.6 Decrease in inventories 24.3 14.0 (Decrease) increase in accounts payable (22.2) 10.7 (Decrease) increase in pension and other post-retirement benefits (15.1) 7.1 Taxes paid on gain on sale of business (104.1) (2.8) Accrued expenses and other assets and liabilities, net 63.2 (27.7) Net cash provided by operating activities 201.6 398.4 Investing activities Capital expenditures (119.4) (105.5) Business acquisitions, net of cash acquired — (1,426.1) Settlement of foreign exchange derivatives — 93.3 Net proceeds from divestiture 7.3 928.2 Proceeds from plant closures 7.6 6.1 Other investing activities 10.3 — Net cash used by investing activities (94.2) (504.0) Financing activities Debt offering proceeds — 1,300.0 Purchase of common shares for treasury — (36.4) Cash dividends paid (90.2) (86.8) Repayment of long-term debt (105.8) (956.8) Payments on withholding tax on share awards (3.4) (4.3) Debt financing costs (2.3) (49.3) Net cash (used) provided by financing activities (201.7) 166.4 Effect of exchange rate changes on cash (1.0) (20.9) (Decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalents (95.3) 39.9 Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year 641.1 601.2 Cash and cash equivalents at end of year $ 545.8 $ 641.1 12 Attachment 6 Avient Corporation Business Segment Operations (Unaudited) (In millions) Operating income at the segment level does not include: special items as defined in Attachment 3; corporate general and administration costs that are not allocated to segments; intersegment sales and profit eliminations; share-based compensation costs; and certain other items that are not included in the measure of segment profit and loss that is reported to and reviewed by the chief operating decision maker.