Rigid polymers typically used to make housings for medical devices are failing to resist these chemicals. RESILIENCE™ HC OUTPERFORMS COMPETING POLYMERS Design engineers are increasingly looking more frequently for better chemical resistance properties in rigid device housings to combat the effects of disinfectants. PolyOne conducted a comparative study of polymer resistance to three common, harsh disinfectant chemistries.

MEDICAL DEVICE DISINFECTION—HOW TO PREVENT CRACKING AND CRAZING Understanding polymer performance is key to minimizing disinfectant-related failures DISINFECTANT-RELATED DAMAGE ON POLYMER HOUSINGS Strong chemicals used to reduce hospital- acquired infections can damage equipment and result in material failures, such as: • Stress cracking • Crazing • Discoloration CHEMICAL RESISTANCE REQUIREMENTS VARY BY ENVIRONMENT • Patient/exam rooms • Operating and radiology rooms • Reception areas • Home (patient equipment & devices) Healthcare devices must perform flawlessly in a myriad of challenging environments and engineers must be certain their devices can withstand increasingly potent disinfectants, which have begun to outstrip the performance of traditional polymers. When it comes to material selection and options, you need a strong partner that understands both polymers and the demands of the healthcare environment. An independent lab tested the following polymers with various disinfectants to help customers choose the material suitable to their specific application requirements.

EDGETEK™ POLYETHERETHERKETONE (PEEK) HIGH PERFORMING MELT-PROCESSABLE POLYMER PRODUCT SELECTION GUIDE Edgetek™ Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) HIGH PERFORMING MELT-PROCESSABLE POLYMER PROPERTY CONDITIONS TEST METHOD UNITS EDGETEK™ ET9800-0001 EM EDGETEK™ ET9800-0002 RS EDGETEK™ ET9800-0003 RS EDGETEK™ ET9800-0004 RS EC LUBRIONE™ LB9800-0001 AR PHYSICAL Mold Shrinkage - Transverse – ASTM D955 in/in 0.014 0.010 0.011 0.009 0.014 MECHANICAL Tensile Strength - Yield – ASTM D638 PSI 14425 15640 23680 36500 19700 Tensile Elongation - Yield – ASTM D638 % 5.4 3.0 2.2 1.5 0.2 Tensile Elongation - Break – ASTM D638 % 19.5 3.1 2.2 1.5 1.9 Tensile Modulus – ASTM D638 PSI 555150 827700 1591300 5301000 2285600 Flexural Modulus – ASTM D790 PSI 529300 690700 1418300 3084300 1443400 Flexural Strength – ASTM D790 PSI 23500 27300 36000 52100 30300 IMPACT Izod, Notched – ASTM D256 ft-lbs/in 1.0 0.7 1.1 1.3 0.6 Izod, Unnotched – ASTM D256 ft-lbs/in N.B. 13.1 15.3 13.8 5.0 THERMAL Melting Point – – °C 343 343 343 343 343 Glass Transition (DSC) – – °C 143 143 143 143 143 Heat Deflection Temp 264 psi, Unannealed ASTM D648 °C 151 178 320 325 > 300 CLTE, Flow Direction 23°C to 140°C ASTM E831 cm/cm/°C 4.0E-05 5.5E-05 2.2E-05 7.0E-06 1.9E-05 CLTE, Flow Direction 140°C to 250°C ASTM E831 cm/cm/°C 9.7E-05 7.8E-05 2.3E-05 6.5E-06 2.2E-05 Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) is widely considered to be one of the highest performing melt-processable polymers in the industry. Avient’s specialty Edgetek™ PEEK formulations are capable of withstanding extreme operating environments, and should be considered for use particularly where other engineered polymers have failed.

THE BENEFITS PLASTIWARD brings counterfeiting protection of plastic articles as close as possible to the end consumers by integrating taggants into your products’ polymer masterbatch, complying with required regulations and minimizing any impact on production. TURNKEY SYSTEM PLASTIWARD is a robust, customizable and cost-effective turnkey system consisting of: · proprietary taggants integrated directly within the polymer masterbatch · a handheld detector offering instant fake- checking in the field · a secure monitoring platform on smartphone or tablet capturing field inspection data, transmitted in real time COMBINED EXPERTISE At its core, PLASTIWARD brings together SICPA’s trusted expertise in brand protection technologies and processes, and Avient’s recognized expertise in polymer modification with colour and performance additives.

S U R G I C A L T O R Q U E W R E N C H SURGICAL DEVICE MANUFACTURER • Excellent wear resistance and lubricity • Easy-to-mold • Good chemical resistance, excellent disinfection performance • Dimensional stability • Formulated a specialty thermoplastic that retained physical properties and dimensional stability under various testing conditions • Provided a custom solution faster than competitors to support accelerated speed to market Edgetek™ Engineered Polymer Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT? https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/general-engineered-formulations/edgetek-engineered-polymer-formulations

AIRGUN BULLET MANUFACTURER B U L L E T C A S I N G • Reduce weight by replacing metal • Gunpowder free • Less shooting energy from 100 Joules to 20 Joules • Delivered a high-impact nylon formulation with equal performance and 80% less weight • Enabled improved shooting accuracy due to the stable coefficient of friction(COF) • Provided fast technical response and mold trial support Bergamid™ Polymer Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT? https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/general-engineered-formulations/nymax-bergamid-polymer?

No. 0514.02) Revised 10/08/2019 Page 1 of 2 SCOPE OF ACCREDITATION TO ISO/IEC 17025:2005 POLYMER DIAGNOSTICS INC. 33587 Walker Road Avon Lake, OH 44012 Ana De La Ree Phone: 440-930-3271 CHEMICAL Valid To: December 31, 2019 Certificate Number: 0514.02 In recognition of the successful completion of the A2LA evaluation process, accreditation is granted to this laboratory to perform the following rubber and plastics tests: Test Description: Test Method or Standard: Analysis of Volatile Contaminants from Polymers (Chromatography) VDA 277 FTIR (Fourier Transform Infrared) Spectroscopy ASTM E1252 (Except 7.6, 11.2, and 11.4) Flammability Horizontal Burn of Self-Supporting Plastics ASTM D635; UL 94; IEC 60695-11-10 Horizontal Burn of Materials Used in Occupant Compartments of Motor Vehicles ASTM D5132; FMVSS 302 (49 CFR 571.302) Vertical Burn, 20 mm ASTM D3801; UL 94; IEC 60695-11-10 Vertical Burn, 125 mm ASTM D5048; UL 94; IEC 60695-11-20 Oxygen Index ASTM D2863 FT1 Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1060; UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.3 Cable Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1061 VW1 Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1080; UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.4 FT2/FH Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1100; UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.1 FV-1 Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1060; UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.5 Thin Material Burning Test UL-94 Glow Wire Test IEC 60695 2-10, 2-11, 2-12, 2-13 RVCM in PVC ASTM D4443 (A2LA Cert. Accredited Laboratory A2LA has accredited POLYMER DIAGNOSTICS INC.

Carbon Fiber Reinforced Rods, Bars and Laminates For Strengthening, Stiffening and Lightweighting Carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) products from Avient are continuous fiber polymer rods, bars and laminates used in a variety of structural strengthening, engineered weight reduction, and repair applications in multiple industries. To learn more about Avient carbon fiber reinforced polymer solutions, contact Avient at +1.844.4AVIENT (1.844.428.4368) • Maximum thickness of 0.625 in/1.59 cm • Full machining capabilities available

Cesa™ Stat Antistatic Additives PRODUCT SELECTION GUIDE Polymers are typically non-conductive, allowing the buildup of a static charge on the surface that can attract dust or damage electronics stored within packaging. Cesa™ Stat temporary antistatic additives create a conductive network on polymer surfaces permitting dissipation of the electrical charges. Cesa Stat Antistatic Additives - Standard Portfolio POLYMER FAMILY MATERIAL PRODUCT NAME DOSAGE Polyolefin PEATEC Cesa Stat PEATEC 1.0–4.0% Polypropylene PPA0820051 Cesa Stat PPA0820051 1.0–4.0% Polyamide ABAN698400 Cesa Stat 99027 5.0–15.0% Polyester NBAN698440 Cesa Stat 3526 2.5–10.0% Polycarbonate NCA0820011 Cesa Stat NCA0820011 5.0–8.0% Styrenic SLAN698401 Cesa Stat 3301 3.0–7.5% TPU RUA0820024 Cesa Stat RUA0820024 2.0–4.0% Polyester FPA1660283 Hiformer™ liquid additives for polyolefins 0.10–0.50% Cesa Stat Antistatic Additives can be used in combination with other Cesa masterbatches, and formulations can be customized for most applications.

No. 0514.02) Revised 09/21/2021 Page 1 of 2 SCOPE OF ACCREDITATION TO ISO/IEC 17025:2017 POLYMER DIAGNOSTICS INC. 33587 Walker Road Avon Lake, OH 44012 Ana De La Ree Phone: 440-930-3271 CHEMICAL Valid To: December 31, 2021 Certificate Number: 0514.02 In recognition of the successful completion of the A2LA evaluation process, accreditation is granted to this laboratory to perform the following rubber and plastics tests: Test Description: Test Method or Standard: Analysis of Volatile Contaminants from Polymers (Chromatography) VDA 277 FTIR (Fourier Transform Infrared) Spectroscopy ASTM E1252 (Except 7.6, 11.2, and 11.4) Flammability Horizontal Burn of Self-Supporting Plastics ASTM D635; UL 94; IEC 60695-11-10 Horizontal Burn of Materials Used in Occupant Compartments of Motor Vehicles ASTM D5132; FMVSS 302 (49 CFR 571.302); ISO 3785 Vertical Burn, 20 mm ASTM D3801; UL 94; IEC 60695-11-10 Vertical Burn, 125 mm ASTM D5048; UL 94; IEC 60695-11-20 Oxygen Index ASTM D2863 FT1 Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1060; UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.3 Cable Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1061 VW1 Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1080; UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.4 FT2/FH Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1100; UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.1 FV-1 Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1060; UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.5 Thin Material Burning Test UL-94 Glow Wire Test IEC 60695 2-10, 2-11, 2-12, 2-13 RVCM in PVC ASTM D4443 (A2LA Cert. Accredited Laboratory A2LA has accredited POLYMER DIAGNOSTICS INC.