However, PolyOne Corporate staff and scientists continue research and development efforts to find technologically and economically viable substitutions that are consistent with clients and market specifications. However, PolyOne Corporate staff and scientists continue research and development efforts to find technologically and economically viable substitutions for PA compounds that are consistent with client and market specifications.

Universal Polyamide Overmold Thermoplastic Elastomer Krishna Venkataswamy and Jiren Gu GLS Corporation, 833 Ridgeview Drive, McHenry, IL 60050 ABSTRACT Overmolding of thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) for consumer applications has been driven by the escalating market trends in enhanced ergonomic feel, touch, grippability, aesthetics and cushioning against impact, vibration isolation and insulation. There has been a technical and a market need for a TPE which can bond to different types of polyamide chemistries from various sources which includes variables such as polyamide chemistries, additive packages, moisture content, post molding aging history and processing conditions.

In general, nominees are selected on the basis of the following criteria, among others: business or professional experience; knowledge and skill in certain specialty areas such as accounting and finance, international markets, physical sciences and technology, or the specialty materials industry; personal characteristics such as ethical standards, integrity, judgment, leadership, and the ability to devote sufficient time to the affairs of the Company; substantial accomplishment with demonstrated leadership capabilities; freedom from outside interests that conflict with the Company’s best interests; the unique backgrounds and experience they will bring to the Board, including differences in viewpoint, background and skill; and the needs of the Company from time to time. The Compensation Committee reviews market data for director compensation to ensure that the Company’s director compensation is reasonable and competitive in relation to similar companies.

BENEFITS OF VERSAFLEX PF FOR SURFACE PROTECTIVE FILMS: • Customizable tack • Single-step manufacturing process (co- extrusion) • Low volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions during manufacturing • Eliminates secondary coating and drying operations • Eliminates hazardous liquid chemicals compared to solvent systems • Reduces converting costs versus coating • Reduces energy consumption MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS Versaflex PF formulations, customizable based on desired level of tack, are co-extruded with protective films to provide just the right amount of protection during the fabrication, assembly, shipment, storage and installation of finished goods in many industries and end-use applications including: • Optical films and display panels for consumer electronics • Home appliances • Construction and building materials • Furniture and cabinetry • Automotive and other transportation 100/0 90/10 80/20 70/30 60/40 40/60 30/70 20/80 10/90 0/100 0.9 1.1 2.0 2.4 2.8 3.7 3.8 4.9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 6.5 1.6 MD6727 MD6748 MD6700 MD6666 9512 MD6649 MD6741 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 % of MD6741/MD6700 Degree of tack can be customized for substrate surfaces.

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KEY CHARACTERISTICS • UL 94 V-2, V-0, 5VA ratings and elevated RTI ratings • GWFI (IEC 60695-11-10) up to 960°C • Comparative Tracking Index (CTI) PLC 0, 600V ratings • Injection molding and extrusion grades • Non-halogen grades available • Low dielectric performance with selected formulations • Good recyclability • Colorable MARKETS & APPLICATIONS Applications that require flame retardant performance including: • Transportation: Interior components, seat components, door panels, aircraft interiors, railway interiors, boat interiors • Construction & Building Materials: Cable insulation, pipes and fittings, insulation materials • Consumer – Appliance casings, housings, covers, fume hoods, battery packages, furniture • Industrial Equipment: Machine housings • Energy, Electrical & Electronic, E-Mobility: Battery frames, electrical housings, connectors • Telecommunication: Cable management • Packaging: Transportation of sensitive goods • Healthcare: Medical device housings and components PRODUCT BULLETIN MAXXAM FR FLAME RETARDANT POLYOLEFIN FORMULATIONS Non-halogenated Halogenated PP Homopolymer Copolymer Homopolymer Copolymer Unit Unfilled Glass Fiber Mineral Unfilled Glass Fiber Mineral Unfilled Glass Fiber Mineral Unfilled Glass Fiber Mineral Characteristic Talcum Talcum Talcum Talcum Reinforcement Mass-% 0 5–30 5–30 0 20–30 5-20 0 5–30 5–20 0 5–30 5–20 Colorable – ++ ++ + ++ ++ + + + + + + + Density g/cm3 0,9–1,08 1,28–1,37 0,98–1,55 0,92–1,06 1,25–1,35 0,95–1,28 0,94–1,04 1,3–1,55 1,01–1,42 0,96–1,01 0,94–1,58 0,95–1,46 Tensile Strength MPa 25–30 30–70 25–35 16–22 40–65 15–25 25-–35 30–70 25–35 20–24 20–55 -25 E-Modulus (Tensile) MPa 1600–2500 2500–8200 2500–4000 800–1200 2000–8000 1600–3000 1300–2000 3000–8900 1900–3500 1000–1400 1200–7500 1500–3000 Izod Impact 23°C notched % 2,0–4,5 3,5–7,5 2,5–4,5 5–40 2,5–18 2,5–6 2,5–4,5 3,5–6,0 3,0–7,0 4,0–40 2,5–16 2,5–10 Max.