They are based on management’s expectations that involve a number of business risks and uncertainties, any of which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in or implied by the forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those implied by these forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to: • Our ability to identify and evaluate acquisition targets and consummate and integrate acquisitions • Disruptions, uncertainty or volatility in the credit markets that could adversely impact the availability of credit already arranged and the availability and cost of credit in the future; • The effect on foreign operations of currency fluctuations, tariffs and other political, economic and regulatory risks; • Changes in polymer consumption growth rates and laws and regulations regarding the disposal of plastic in jurisdictions where we conduct business; • Changes in global industry capacity or in the rate at which anticipated changes in industry capacity come online; • Fluctuations in raw material prices, quality and supply and in energy prices and supply; production outages or material costs associated with scheduled or unscheduled maintenance programs; • Unanticipated developments that could occur with respect to contingencies such as litigation and environmental matters; • An inability to raise or sustain prices for products or services; • Information systems failures and cyber attacks; and • Other factors affecting our business beyond our control, including, without limitation, changes in the general economy, changes in interest rates and changes in the rate of inflation. PolyOne’s chief operating decision maker uses these financial measures to monitor and evaluate the ongoing performance of the Company and each business segment and to allocate resources.

THE CHALLENGE A global business equipment manufacturer decided to develop a premium line of computer mouse products that offered improved ergonomics and soft-touch qualities. The business goal was to boost penetration in this market category by creating a new higher- performing mouse that offered added comfort and features aimed at an enhanced user experience. The Avient team worked carefully to develop a compound that could utilize existing tooling to avoid additional tooling costs.

ColorMatrix™ colors and other liquid concentrates can be combined with a variety of performance and barrier additives to create multi-functional formulations that multiply the advantages for your business.       Rapid and sustainable color development Web-based color development software

We continue to work with our customers to develop innovative sustainable solutions. In addition to our material solutions, Avient has developed services to further enable our customers’ ability to meet their commitments, including Cycleworks, ColorWorks and Avient Design. Avient’s PCR Color Prediction Service helped L’Oréal simplify overall color development with recycled resin.

Discover FEA capabilities and the benefits for new product development. Learn best practices to reduce development time and improve product performance Transform Product Development

There are two basic approaches to consider in developing replacement products: Non-PFAS Development Process and Solutions Develop internal validation capabilities

Developing a consistent color with recycled raw materials, like PCR content, can be challenging. Reparability is a relatively new trend in product development. Learn how Avient services can assist in the product development process

Developing a consistent color with recycled raw materials, like PCR content, can be challenging. Reparability is a relatively new trend in product development. Learn how Avient services can assist in the product development process

They are based on management’s expectations that involve a number of business risks and uncertainties, any of which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in or implied by the forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those implied by these forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to: • Our ability to identify and evaluate acquisition targets and consummate and integrate acquisitions • Disruptions, uncertainty or volatility in the credit markets that could adversely impact the availability of credit already arranged and the availability and cost of credit in the future; • The effect on foreign operations of currency fluctuations, tariffs and other political, economic and regulatory risks; • Changes in polymer consumption growth rates and laws and regulations regarding the disposal of plastic in jurisdictions where we conduct business; • Changes in global industry capacity or in the rate at which anticipated changes in industry capacity come online; • Fluctuations in raw material prices, quality and supply and in energy prices and supply; production outages or material costs associated with scheduled or unscheduled maintenance programs; • Unanticipated developments that could occur with respect to contingencies such as litigation and environmental matters; • An inability to raise or sustain prices for products or services; • Information systems failures and cyber attacks; and • Other factors affecting our business beyond our control, including, without limitation, changes in the general economy, changes in interest rates and changes in the rate of inflation. PolyOne’s chief operating decision maker uses these financial measures to monitor and evaluate the ongoing performance of the Company and each business segment and to allocate resources.

Certificate of Registration 9001:2015 MSP 9001:2015–MSP-ANAB-US (2.0) Page 1 of 2 Certificate of Registration of Quality Management System to ISO 9001:2015 The National Standards Authority of Ireland certifies that: Colorant Chromatics Ab Kroklundsvagen 346 AX-22 320 Odkarby Aland Finland has been assessed and deemed to comply with the requirements of the above standard in respect of the scope of operations given below: The Design, Manufacture and Sales of Fluoropolymer Color Concentrates and Compounds Additional sites covered under this multi-site certification are listed on the Annex (File No. 19.2540/C) Approved by: Geraldine LarkinChief Executive Officer Approved by: Lisa Greenleaf Operations Manager Registration Number: 19.2540/C Certification Granted: May 15, 1997 Effective Date: Oct 20, 2018 Expiry Date: Oct 19, 2021 National Standards Authority of Ireland, 20 Trafalgar Square, Nashua, New Hampshire, NH 03063, USA T +1 603 882 4412 9001:2015–MSP-ANAB-US (2.0) Page 2 of 2 Annex to Certificate Number: 19.2540/C Scope of Registration: The Design, Manufacture and Sales of Fluoropolymer Color Concentrates and Compounds Activity Location Central Management Group, Design, Manufacture Colorant Chromatics Kroklundsvagen 346 AX-22 320 Odkarby Aland Finland File No.: 19.2540/C Headquarters, Sales, Distribution Colorant Chromatics Europe B.V.