https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-11/SEM Selection Guide.pdf
NAME BASE RESIN(S) TARGET MARKETS/ APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE FEATURES
1
Artisan™
Pre-Colored
Thermoplastics
ABS, PA
Powersports,
Lawn & Garden, Marine,
Electronics,
Home Appliances,
Cosmetic Packaging
Customizable pre-color solutions
Scratch & mar resistance
Weatherability & UV resistance
High impact resistance
Chemical resistance
Simplifies processing/replaces paint
Tailored temperature performance range: -20°C to 105°C
Bergadur™ Polyester
Formulations
PBT
Transportation, Consumer,
Industrial
High strength
Good creep rupture strength
Good chemical and heat resistance
Low friction and good abrasion resistance
Complēt™ Long Fiber
Reinforced Structural
Thermoplastics/
OnForce™ Long
Glass Fiber Reinforced
Polypropylene Composites
PA, PK, PP, PPA, PPS,
TPU
Consumer,
Transportation, Industrial
Long fiber technology
Elevated impact and mechanical properties at
room temperature
Increased performance at temperature extremes
Excellent creep and fatigue resistance
Glass and carbon fiber filled options
Lubricated, fire retardant, and pre-colored options
PK-based formulations offer reduced carbon footprint
as a result of the base resin
Recycled grades formulated with up to 100% post-
industrial recycled (PIR) or post-consumer recycled
(PCR) content
Edgetek™ Engineered
Polymer Formulations
ABS, LCP, PA, PC, PC/
ABS, PC/PBT, PC/PET,
PC/PSU, PEEK, PES,
PEI, POM, PPA, PPS,
PSU
Transportation,
Consumer, Industrial,
Telecommunications,
Electrical & Electronics
Strength and durability
Chemical and temperature resistance
High impact resistance
Weatherability
Flame retardant grades: UL 94 V-0, V-1, V-2, and 5VA
Low-density grades for weight reduction
5G properties – customizable Dk/Df and 3D/LDS
solutions
Edgetek™ REC PC
Recycled Polycarbonate
Solutions
PC
Electrical & Electronics,
Consumer Goods,
Transportation
Contain 25–70% PIR or PCR content
Comparable performance to prime PC formulations
Edgetek™ PKE
Polyketone
Formulations
PK
Electrical & Electronics,
Industrial, Consumer,
Transportation
Excellent chemical resistance
Good strength, durability and dimensional stability
Pre-colored formulations
Non-halogen, flame retardant performance
to UL 94 V-0
Reduced carbon footprint compared to PA6 and PA66
1 See technical data sheets for complete product details
SPECIALTY ENGINEERED THERMOPLASTICS
NAME BASE RESIN(S) TARGET MARKETS/ APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE FEATURES
1
Gravi-Tech™ Density
Modified Formulations PA, TPU, TPE, PBT
Consumer,
Transportation, Industrial
Customized density, from 1.5 to 11 gm/cm3
Broad modulus and strength: flexible to rigid
Chemical and corrosion resistance
Alternative to lead and other traditional dense metals
Suitable for metallization and electroplating
Low-shrinkage grades available
Gravi-Tech™ BIO
Bio-based Formulations Bio-based PP
Cosmetic Caps &
Closures, Perfume Caps,
Spirit Bottle Caps,
Luxury Boxes,
Handles & Knobs
Customized density, from 1.5 to 11 gm/cm3
Formulated with partially bio-based resin from
renewable plant sources
Achieve equivalent performance to prime density
modified solutions
Gravi-Tech™ REC Recycled
Formulations rPP, rABS, rPA
Cosmetic Caps &
Closures, Perfume Caps,
Spirit Bottle Caps,
Luxury Boxes,
Handles & Knobs
Customized density, from 1.5 to 11 gm/cm3
Based on recycled resin and/or filler from
PIR and/or PCR sources
Achieve equivalent performance to prime density
modified solutions
LubriOne™ Internally
Lubricated Formulations/
LubriOne™ PKE Polyketone
Formulations
PA, PBT, PC, PEEK,
PEI, PK, POM, PP, PPA,
PPS, PS
Transportation,
Electrical & Electronics,
Industrial
Low coefficient of friction
Self-lubricating
Chemical, wear, and corrosion resistance
PK-based formulations can offer a reduced carbon
footprint compared to PA6, PA66 and POM
Grades avoiding the use of fluorinated lubricants such
as PTFE are available
Maxxam™
Polyolefin Formulations PP
Consumer, Transportation,
Electrical & Electronics,
Industrial
Homopolymer and co-polymer grades
Optional additives: UV, heat stabilizers
Standard grades available in natural and black
Maxxam™ BIO
Bio-Based Polyolefin
Formulations
P P
Consumer, Transportation,
Electrical & Electronics,
Industrial
Formulated with 10–50% bio-content including
bio-based resin and/or filler
Bio-filler from sources including olive seed powder,
recycled coffee grounds, cellulose fiber
Achieves equivalent performance to standard
polyolefin formulations
Maxxam™ FR Flame
Retardant Polyolefin
Formulations
PE, PP
Consumer, Transportation,
Electrical & Electronics,
Industrial, Energy
Flame retardant grades: UL 94 V-0, V-1, V-2, and 5VA
Elevated UL RTI ratings
Halogen-free flame retardant grades available
Maxxam™ REC
Recycled Polyolefin
Formulations
PP
Consumer, Transportation,
Electrical & Electronics,
Industrial
Formulated with 25–100% recycled resin from
PIR and PCR sources
Achieves equivalent performance to standard
polyolefin formulations
Nymax™/Bergamid™
Polymer Formulations
PA 6, 66, 612, 12,
co-polymers
Transportation,
Building & Construction,
Electrical & Electronics
Toughened grades: medium and high impact
Optional additives: heat stabilized, lubricated, impact
modified, nucleated
Standard grades available in natural and black
Pre-colored solutions available
Nymax™ BIO Bio-based
Polyamide Solutions Bio-based PA
Transportation,
Consumer Goods,
Industrial,
Building & Construction
Formulated with 16–47% natural filler, reducing
the carbon footprint
Excellent surface appearance and colorability
Lower warpage compared with PA66 glass
fiber-filled materials
Equivalent performance to PA66 glass
fiber-filled materials
Excellent dimensional stability and property retention
rate after water uptake
Nymax™ REC Recycled
Nylon Formulations PA6, PA66
Transportation, Consumer,
Household Appliances,
Electrical & Electronics,
Industrial
Contains 20–100% recycled content
PIR and PCR grades available
Support the circular economy
Comparable performance to prime grades
Super tough formulations available
Customizable solution
NAME BASE RESIN(S) AVAILABLE FEATURES1
NEUSoft™ Thermoplastic
Polyurethanes and
NEU™ Custom Capabilities
PEBA, TPU, PA 11,
PA 12, PP, PE, TPE
Radiopacifiers, stabilizers, and surface modifiers
Antimicrobial technologies
Pre-colored formulations
Small lot capabilities
Short lead times
Trilliant™ HC Healthcare
Thermoplastics
ABS, LCP, PA, PA 6,
PA 66, PC, PC/ABS,
PC/PSU, PEBA, PEEK,
PES, PK, POM, PPA,
PSU
Certified to USP Class VI
Formulations locked down
Drug master file submissions by product stewardship
Pre-colored, small lot production down to 50 lb–250 lb
Sterilization, chemical resistance, and secondary process guidance
Adherence to FDM-GMP manufacturing standards
Antimicrobial technologies
Materials for radiation shielding protection
PK-based formulations offer reduced carbon footprint as a result of the base resin
Versaflex™ HC
Thermoplastic Elastomers
TPE
Overmolding
Clear and heat resistant
Ultra clear grades
Ultra soft TPE gels, 30 Shore OO
FDA, USP Class VI, ISO 10993 approved grades
Sterilizable under autoclave, radiation, and EtO gas
Extrusion, injection, and blow moldable
Bio-based formulations available
HEALTHCARE SPECIALTY FORMULATIONS
1 See technical data sheets for complete product details
SPECIALTY ENGINEERED THERMOPLASTICS
NAME BASE RESIN(S) TARGET MARKETS/ APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE FEATURES
1
PREPERM™
Low-Loss Dielectric
Thermoplastics
PPE, PBT, ABS, PP Telecommunications, Transportation
Stable and controlled dielectric performance
Ultra-low transmission loss at mmWave frequencies
up to 220 GHz
Dielectric constant (Dk) range spanning 2.55 to 23
Stat-Tech™
Static Dissipative
& Electrically Conductive
Formulations
ABS, PA, PC, PC/ABS,
PC/PSU, PEEK, PEI,
PES, PP, PPA
Transportation,
Electrical & Electronics
Integrated EMI/RFI shielding
Conductive properties
Anti-static/dissipative properties
Corrosion resistance
Lightweighting and ease of processing
Clean room materials for semiconductors available
TPE grades are available (see page 6)
Surround™
EMI/RFI Shielding
Formulations
ABS, PP, PBT, PC,
PA 66
Transportation,
Electrical & Electronics
Integrated EMI/RFI shielding
Long fiber technology
Conductive properties
Galvanic corrosion protection
Lightweighting and ease of processing
Therma-Tech™
Thermally Conductive
Formulations
LCP, PA, PEEK, PP,
PPA, PPS Consumer, Transportation
Thermally conductive
Low coefficient of thermal expansion
Corrosion resistance
1 See technical data sheets for complete product details
NAME BASE RESIN(S) AVAILABLE FEATURES1
ECCOH™ Low Smoke
and Fume Non-Halogen
Formulations
PE, PP, TPE, EVA
Flame retardant, low smoke and fume, non-halogen (LSFOH)
Flexible, low friction, easy-peel, and high-speed processing
Compatible with Avient colorants and additives
ECCOH™ XL Cross-Linkable
Solutions
XLPE
Enhances the performance of traditional ECCOH LSFOH solutions
Improved oil, chemical and UV resistance, mechanical performance,
or operating temperature
FireCon™ CPE Insulation
Jacketing Formulations
CPE, CPE alloy
Low and medium voltage cable jacketing
Flame retardant and 90°C deformation resistance
Oil resistance
RoHS grades available
Maxxam™ FR
Flame Retardant
Polyolefin Formulations
PE, PP
UL Yellow Card for plenum applications
Halogen-free flame retardant grades available
Maxxam™ SY
Foamable Flame Retardant
Formulations
Foamable PP
co-polymer
Easy processing
Variety of final densities available
Corrosion resistance
Syncure™ XLPE
Cross-linkable
Polyethylene Formulations
XLPE
Low and medium voltage formulations
High performance moisture cure technology
UL bulletinized XHHW2 and VW1
Temperature, abrasion, and oil resistant
Formulations available without DBDPE
Resistant to electrical breakdown
WIRE AND CABLE SPECIALTY THERMOPLASTICS
NAME TARGET MARKETS/APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE FEATURES1
OnFlex™
Thermoplastic
Elastomers
Transportation, Building & Construction,
Electrical & Electronics, Industrial,
Wire & Cable
Low odor solutions
UV stabilization
High heat resistance
Chemical resistance
Automotive approved grades
Excellent compression set
Overmolding
Flame resistant grades
Excellent weatherability
Extrusion, injection, and blow moldable
Formulations with imbedded antimicrobial additives
reSound™ BIO
Thermoplastic
Elastomers
Consumer, Transportation, Industrial
Biopolymers sustainably sourced from plant-based raw materials
Utilizing 35–75% bio-renewable content
Strength and durability
Chemical resistance
Impact resistance
Pre-colored solutions
reSound™ REC
Recycled Content
Thermoplastic
Elastomers
Personal Care Products,
Lawn & Garden Tools, Outdoor Goods,
Office Supplies, Footwear,
Houseware Durables,
Consumer Electronics, Automotive
PIR & PCR formulations utilizing 9–83% recycled content
PCR grades formulated with recycled ocean plastics,
food packaging, engine oil, or polyvinyl butyral (PVB)
PCR grade suitable for use in specific food-contact
applications
Supports the circular economy
Can be overmolded to PP, PC, ABS, PC/AB
Comparable performance to traditional TPEs
reSound™
Ultra-Low
Carbon Footprint
Thermoplastics
Elastomers
Personal Care, Household Appliances,
Consumer Packaging,
Consumer Electronics
Formulated to achieve a negative, neutral or low product carbon
footprint (PCF)
Industry-first cradle-to-gate PCF range between -0.46 and -0.02 in kg
CO2 equivalent/kg product
Opaque natural appearance
Easily colorable
Comparable performance to traditional TPEs
Can be overmolded to PP or PE
Stat-Tech™ TPE
Static Dissipative
& Electrically
Conductive
Thermoplastic
Elastomers
Automotive, Industrial, Conveyor Belts
& Controls, ADAS Systems,
Electronic Devices
Electrical resistivity range from 10 to 10¹⁰ Ω
Hardness range from 40–85 Shore A
Protects critical electrical components from EMI/RFI and reduces static
build-up
Simplifies manufacturing
Overmolds directly onto polymer substrates
Meets regulatory compliance requirements of ATEX and ESD, and food contact
compliance grades are available
Versaflex™ and
Versaflex™ HC
Thermoplastic
Elastomers
Consumer, Packaging, Healthcare,
Electrical & Electronics, Appliances,
Medical Tubing, Protective Films
Overmolding
Vibration damping grades
Clear and heat resistant TPEs
Ultra clear grades
Ultra soft TPE gels, 30 Shore OO
FDA, USP Class VI, ISO 10993 approved grades
NSF and UL listings
Sterilizable under autoclave, radiation, and EtO gas
Extrusion, injection, and blow moldable
Formulations with imbedded antimicrobial additive
Bio-based formulations for healthcare available
GLS™ THERMOPLASTIC ELASTOMERS
1 See technical data sheets for complete product details
Lightweighting
Complēt™ Long Fiber Reinforced Structural Thermoplastics
Edgetek™ LD Low Density Formulations
LubriOne™ Internally Lubricated Formulations
OnForce™ Long Glass Fiber Reinforced Polypropylene Composites
Stat-Tech™ Static Dissipative & Electrically Conductive Formulations
Surround™ EMI/RFI Shielding Formulations
Therma-Tech™ Thermally Conductive Formulations
Human Health & Safety
NEUSoft™ Thermoplastic Polyurethanes
Versaflex™ HC Thermoplastic Elastomers
Reduced Energy Use
Artisan™ Pre-Colored Thermoplastics
Versaflex™ Non-Blooming TPEs for Consumer Electronics
VOC Reduction
OnFlex™ LO Thermoplastic Elastomers
Versaflex™ Low Adhesive Build-up TPE for Protective Film Tack Layer
Versaflex™ PF Tack Layer for Surface Protective Films
Recycle Solutions
Complēt™ REC Long Fiber Reinforced Structural Thermoplastics
Edgetek™ REC PC Recycled Polycarbonate Solutions
Gravi-Tech™ REC Recycled Formulations
Maxxam™ REC Recycled Polyolefin Formulations
Nymax™ REC Recycled Nylon Formulations
reSound™ REC Recycled Content Thermoplastic Elastomer
Biopolymers
Gravi-Tech™ BIO Bio-based Formulations
Maxxam™ BIO Bio-based Polyolefin Formulations
Nymax™ BIO Bio-based Polyamide Solutions
reSound™ BIO Thermoplastic Elastomers
Versaflex™ HC BIO Thermoplastic Elastomers
Eco-conscious
Complēt™ PKE Long Fiber Reinforced Structural Polyketone Thermoplastics
Edgetek™ PKE Polyketone Formulations
Edgetek™ Solutions for Laser Welding
LubriOne™ PKE Polyketone Formulations
Gravi-Tech™ Lead Replacement Formulations
reSound™ Ultra-Low Carbon Footprint Thermoplastics Elastomers
Trilliant™ HC Healthcare Polyketone-based Thermoplastics
Trilliant™ XR Lead Replacement Thermoplastics
Sustainable Infrastructure
ECCOH™ Low Smoke and Fume Non-Halogen Formulations
ECCOH™ XL Cross-linkable Solutions
Edgetek™ Formulations for 5G
Maxxam™ FR Flame Retardant Polyolefin Formulations
PREPERM™ Low-Loss Dielectric Thermoplastics
Syncure™ XLPE Cross-linkable Polyethylene Formulations
SPECIALTY ENGINEERED FORMULATIONS
THAT SUPPORT SUSTAINABILITY
SPECIALTY
ENGINEERED
MATERIALS
FOCUS MARKETS
Our product portfolio offers customizable
solutions to serve a full range of markets,
including:
Building & Construction
Consumer
Energy
Healthcare
Industrial
Packaging
Telecommunications
Transportation
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PolyOne Corporation Page 4
PolyOne Commodity to Specialty Transformation
• Volume driven,
commodity producer
• Heavily tied to
cyclical end markets
• Performance largely
dependent on non-
controlling joint
ventures
2000-2005 2006 - 2009 2010 – 2014 2015 and beyond
• Steve Newlin
appointed, Chairman,
President and CEO
• New leadership team
appointed
• Implementation of four
pillar strategy
• Focus on value based
selling, investment in
commercial resources
and innovation to drive
transformation
• Substantial EPS growth
from $0.13 to all-time
high of $1.80
• Shift to faster growing,
high margin, less
cyclical end markets
• Key acquisitions propel
current and future
growth, as well as
margin expansion
• Specialty mix expands
to 65% of Operating
Income – strongest mix
of earnings in history
• Accelerating growth
• Deliver consistent
double digit annual
EPS growth
• Maintain >35% vitality
index
• Pursue strategic
acquisitions that
expand specialty
offerings and
geographic breadth
• Invest and grow
current and next
generation talent
PolyOne Corporation Page 5
Appliances
5%
Building &
Construction
12%
Consumer
10%
Electrical &
Electronics
5%
Healthcare
11%
Industrial
14%
Packaging
14%
Transportation
20%
Wire & Cable
9%
Distribution
28%
PP&S
20%
Specialty
52%
United States
69%
Europe
13%
Canada
7% Asia
6%
Latin America
5%
2014 Revenues: $3.8 Billion
End Markets
2014 Revenues: $3.8 Billion
PolyOne
At A Glance
$0.12
$0.27 $0.21
$0.13
$0.68
$0.82
$1.00
$1.31
$1.80
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
Adjusted EPS
PolyOne Corporation Page 6
Old
PolyOne
*Operating Income excludes corporate charges and special items
2%
34% 43%
62%
65% 66%
0%
20%
40%
60%
80%
100%
2005 2008 2010 2013 2014 YTD 2015 2020
%
o
f O
pe
ra
tin
g
In
co
m
e*
JV's Performance Products & Solutions Distribution Specialty
80%+
Specialty OI $5M $46M $87M $195M $242M $183M
Mix Shift Highlights Specialty Transformation
Transformation
2020
Platinum
Vision
Platinum
Vision
PolyOne Corporation Page 7
2006 YTD 2015 2020
“Where we were” “Where we are” Platinum Vision
1) Operating Income %
Specialty:
Global Color, Additives & Inks 1.7% 17.2% 20%+
Global Specialty Engineered
Materials 1.1% 15.1% 20%+
Designed Structures & Solutions 1.4% (2012) 3.5% 12 – 14%
Performance Products &
Solutions 5.5% 8.1% 10 – 12%
Distribution 2.6% 6.6% 6.5 – 7.5%
2) Specialty Platform % of
Operating Income 6.0% 66% 80%+
3) ROIC 5.0% 11.9% 15%
4) Adjusted EPS Growth N/A
24 Consecutive
Quarters of YOY
EPS Growth
Double Digit
Expansion
Proof of Performance & 2020 Goals
PolyOne Corporation Page 8
Innovation Drives Earnings Growth
*Percentage of Specialty Platform revenue from products introduced in last five years
$20
$52
2006 TTM
Research & Development
Spending
($ millions)
Specialty Platform
Vitality Index Progression*
14%
28%
2006 TTM
Specialty Platform
Gross Margin %
12%
43%
2006 TTM
Specialty Vitality Index Target ≥ 35%
TTM 9/30/15 TTM 9/30/15 TTM 9/30/15
PolyOne Corporation Page 9
Innovation Pipeline Potential
Prototype Frame
Opportunity
Scale-up & Test
Market
Build
Business Case
Commercial
Launch
Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5
12
4
9
6
1
6
3 7 4
5
6
1
1
7
2
Breakthrough
Platform
Derivative
Number of Projects 12 10 23 19 10 74
Specialty
Addressable Market
($ millions)
- - $1,150 $1,000 $250 $2,400
PolyOne Corporation Page 10
Lightweighting with Advanced Composites
Increasing Healthcare Penetration
Innovation Initiatives
Expansion in Consumer Markets
New Market Development
$$$ $$ $
High Temperature Polymers
PolyOne Corporation Page 11
Design and Service as a Differentiator
Right Material &
Color
Desired
Product Design
Appropriate
Manufacturing Process
Delivering Concept to
Commercialization
Connecting
the Dots with
iQ Design Labs and
InVisiO Color Design
PolyOne Corporation Page 12
Customer First Through World-Class Service
Strengthening relationships through:
Providing LSS services to small/medium sized customers
• Supporting customers who lack their own formal process improvement initiatives
Providing training in Customer Centric Selling Skills with customers’
sales force
PolyOne Corporation Page 13
60%
97%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
90%
100%
2008 Q3 2015
Pension Funding**
As of September 30, 2015
Debt Maturities & Pension Funding
Net Debt / Adjusted EBITDA** = 2.1x
$49
$121
$317
$600
$400
$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
2015 2018 2020 2023
Debt Maturities
As of September 30, 2015
($ millions)
Coupon Rate: 7.500% Variable* 7.375% 5.250%
** includes US-qualified pension plans only *Weighted average rate on revolver was 2.49% as of 9/30/15 **TTM 9/30/2015
PolyOne Corporation Page 14
Free Cash Flow and Strong Balance Sheet
Fund Investment / Shareholder Return
Expanding our sales,
marketing, and
technical capabilities
Investing in operational
and LSS initiatives
~75% of capital
expenditures fund
growth initiatives Organic
Growth
Acquisitions
Share
Repurchases
Dividends
$0.16
$0.20
$0.32
$0.40
$0.48
$0.10
$0.20
$0.30
$0.40
$0.50
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Annual Dividend
Targets that expand
our:
• Specialty offerings
• End market
presence
• Geographic breadth
Synergy opportunities
Adjacent material
solutions
Repurchased nearly
2.4 million shares in Q3
2015
Repurchased 14.8
million shares since
early 2013
5.2 million shares are
available for
repurchase under the
current authorization
$0.24
PolyOne Corporation Page 15
The New PolyOne: A Specialty Growth Company
Why Invest In PolyOne?
Addressable market exceeds $40 billion
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
PolyOne Corporation Page 16
Appendix
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$0.20
$0.28
$0.36
$0.49
$0.54
$0.00
$0.15
$0.30
$0.45
$0.60
Q3'11 Q3'12 Q3'13 Q3'14 Q3'15
Adjusted EPS
Q3 2015 Financial Highlights
Color Additives & Inks operating
margin reaches record third quarter
level of 17.3%
Specialty Engineered Materials
operating margin grew 210 basis
points year-over-year to 14.7%
Third quarter adjusted EPS has
grown on average 28% per year
since 2011
$13
$19
$29 $30
$35
$0
$10
$20
$30
$40
Q3'11 Q3'12 Q3'13 Q3'14 Q3'15
GCAI Operating Profit
$11
$13
$15
$18
$20
$10
$14
$18
$22
Q3'11 Q3'12 Q3'13 Q3'14 Q3'15
GSEM Operating Profit
Note: $ in millions, except per share data
PolyOne Corporation Page 18
Appliances
2%
Building &
Construction
12%
Consumer
7%
Electrical &
Electronics
1%
Healthcare
6%
Industrial
14%
Packaging
31% Textiles
7%
Transportation
8%
Wire & Cable
12% 1.7%
4.6% 5.1%
5.5%
7.2% 8.1%
9.7%
12.2%
17.2%
20%+
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 YTD
2015
2020
Operating Income % of Sales
At a Glance
Global Color, Additives and Inks
2014 Revenues: $0.9 Billion Solutions
Expanding Profits 2014 Revenue by Industry Segment
14.7%
Platinum
Vision
United States
44%
Europe
36%
Canada
2%
Asia
12%
Latin America
6%
PolyOne Corporation Page 19
Appliances
4% Building &
Construction
3%
Consumer
18%
Electrical &
Electronics
16%
Healthcare
12%
Industrial
8%
Packaging
5%
Transportation
20%
Wire & Cable
12%
At a Glance
Global Specialty Engineered Materials
2014 Revenues: $0.6 Billion Solutions
2014 Revenue by Industry Segment Expanding Profits
1.1% 1.3%
3.4%
5.1%
9.6%
8.0% 8.6%
9.3%
15.1%
20%+
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 YTD
2015
2020
Operating Income % of Sales
Platinum
Vision
12.1%
United States
44%
Europe
33%
Canada
2%
Asia
19%
Latin America
2%
PolyOne Corporation Page 20
Appliances
2% Building &
Construction
8%
Consumer
5%
Healthcare
6%
Industrial
23%
Packaging
27%
Transportation
30%
United States
96%
Canada
4%
At a Glance
Designed Structures and Solutions
Solutions 2014 Revenues: $0.6 Billion
Expanding Profits 2014 Revenue by Industry Segment
1.4%
5.6%
7.3%
3.5%
12-14%
2012 2013 2014 YTD 2015 2020
Operating Income % of Sales
Platinum
Vision
PolyOne Corporation Page 21
Appliances
8%
Building &
Construction
33%
Consumer
5% Electrical &
Electronics
3%
Healthcare
1%
Industrial
11%
Packaging
5%
Transportation
18%
Wire & Cable
16%
5.5%
6.9%
3.8%
3.6%
5.5%
4.3%
6.3%
7.2%
8.1%
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 YTD
2015
2020
Operating Income % of Sales
At a Glance
Performance Products and Solutions
Solutions
Expanding Profits
2014 Revenues: $0.8 Billion
10-12%
Platinum
Vision
2014 Revenue by Industry Segment
7.7%
United States
80%
Canada
14%
Asia
2%
Latin America
4%
PolyOne Corporation Page 22
Appliances
6%
Building &
Construction
5%
Consumer
13%
Electrical &
Electronics
6%
Healthcare
23%
Industrial
15%
Packaging
4%
Transportation
25%
Wire & Cable
3%
2.6%
3.0%
3.5%
4.0%
4.6%
5.6%
6.4% 5.9%
6.6% 6.5-7.5%
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 YTD
2015
2020
Operating Income % of Sales
15%
52%
2006 Q3 2015
At a Glance
Distribution
Key Suppliers 2014 Revenues: $1.1 Billion
ROIC Expanding Profits
6.1%
Platinum
Vision
http://www.polyone.com/Pages/VariationRoot.aspx
PolyOne Corporation Page 23
2 lbs Plastic
=
3 lbs aluminum
or
8 lbs steel
or
27 lbs glass
33% less material by weight
than aluminum
75% less material by weight
than steel
93% less material by weight
than glass
Requires 91% less energy to
recycle a pound of plastic versus
a pound of paper
Source: SPI: Sustainability and the Plastics Industry
Plastics: Key to Future Sustainable Development
PolyOne Corporation Page 24
Commitment to Operational Excellence
81%
93%
2006 2014
16.2%
9.9%
2006 2014
On-Time Delivery
Working Capital % of Sales
5%
43%
2006 2014
Percent of Associates Trained in LSS
Five consecutive years – CFO Magazine
Best Working Capital Management in the
chemical industry
World’s Best Business
Process Excellence
Program in 2012*
113 trained Black Belts
235 trained Green Belts
151 trained Kaizen Leaders
World’s Best Start-up
Program for Lean Six Sigma
Deployment in 2009*
*Both awards received from International Quality and Productivity Center
PolyOne Corporation Page 25
Application Examples
PolyOne Corporation Page 26
Outdoor Applications
• Leading provider of high performance
specialty materials for the recreational
and sports & leisure industry
• Well positioned across all segments to
address market needs
Metal to Polymer Conversion
Lightweighting
Thermal Management
Impact Performance
Source: Outdoor Industry Association
PolyOne Corporation Page 27
$1.5 billion attractive, growing market
Additives improve performance and reduce cost
through light-weighting, reduced waste, faster
cycle times, and extended shelf life of finished
product
Aligned with megatrend of protecting the
environment:
Sustainability benefits include lower
package weight and improved recyclability
of package at end of use
Market Opportunity
Leading Global Supplier of Additives In Growing PET Market
Shelf-life extension
Greater product
consistency
Recyclability and
reduced carbon
footprint
Color and Special
Effects
Weight reduction
Enhanced product
aesthetics
High heat resistance
PET Bottling Technology
0.0
10.0
20.0
30.0
40.0
50.0
60.0
70.0
2009 2014 2019
Asia Pacific North America
Latin America Western Europe
Eastern Europe Middle East and Africa
Global PET Packaging Growth 2009-2019
Source: Euromonitor retail off-trade consumption (PET bottles & jars, home care, personal care,
food & non-alcoholic beverages)
B
ill
io
n
un
its
5% CAGR
PolyOne Corporation Page 28
• Includes formulation and
consultative services to assist
manufacturers and brand owners in
positively identifying their finished
goods
• Protects brand equity & consumer
welfare
• Reduces exposure to unwarranted
recall expenses
• Secures supply chain integrity –
support for safe expansion into new
geographies
Authentication Technology
PolyOne Corporation Page 29
• Color harmonization across
15 unique color-and-polymer
combinations
• Eliminated need for multiple pre-
colored materials
• Reduced Land Rover’s working
capital
2015 Range Rover Evoque Interior
PolyOne Corporation Page 30
• Reduced health and
environmental impact
• System cost reduction
• Radiation-shielding
performance
• Parts consolidation
• Design freedom
CT Scanner
PolyOne Corporation Page 31
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
• Simplifies manufacturing and
lowers total production cost
PolyOne Corporation Page 32
High-Barrier Packaging Containers
• Capability to extrude up to 13
layers
• Strong oxygen and moisture
vapor transmission protection
• Can be made symmetrical or
asymmetrical to meet
customized needs of broad
variety of applications
• Barrier protection and superior
sensory properties
PolyOne Corporation Page 33
Aerospace Applications
• Leading provider of specialty materials
for the aerospace industry
• Typical applications
Mil-spec aircraft windows, canopies,
windscreens, instrument panels,
wingtip lenses
Interior – gallery furnishings, tray
tables, arm rests, trim strips, joint/edge
coverings
• Benefits:
High impact strength
Resistant to UV rays
Flame and smoke compliance
Easy to clean with aggressive cleaners;
anti-microbial grades available
Range of sizes, thicknesses, colors, etc.
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.
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PolyOne Corporation Page 4
PolyOne Commodity to Specialty Transformation
• Volume driven,
commodity producer
• Heavily tied to
cyclical end markets
• Performance largely
dependent on non-
controlling joint
ventures
2000-2005 2006 - 2009 2010 – 2015 2016 and beyond
• Steve Newlin
appointed, Chairman,
President and CEO
• New leadership team
appointed
• Implementation of four
pillar strategy
• Focus on value based
selling, investment in
commercial resources
and innovation to drive
transformation
• Substantial EPS growth
from $0.13 to all-time
high of $1.96
• Shift to faster growing,
high margin, less
cyclical end markets
• Key acquisitions propel
current and future
growth, as well as
margin expansion
• Specialty mix expands
to 65% of Operating
Income – strongest mix
of earnings in history
• Deliver consistent
double digit annual
EPS growth
• Maintain >35% vitality
index
• Pursue strategic
acquisitions that
expand specialty
offerings and
geographic breadth
• Invest and grow
current and next
generation talent
PolyOne Corporation Page 5
Confirmation of Our Strategy
The World’s Premier Provider of Specialized
Polymer Materials, Services and Solutions
Specialization Globalization
Operational
Excellence
Commercial
Excellence
Associates
PolyOne Corporation Page 6
26 Consecutive Quarters of EPS Growth
PolyOne Corporation Page 7
2015 Revenues: $3.4 Billion
End Markets
2015 Revenues: $3.4 Billion
PolyOne
At A Glance
$0.12
$0.27 $0.21
$0.13
$0.68
$0.82
$1.00
$1.31
$1.80
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
Adjusted EPS
United States
66%
Europe
13%
Canada
7%
Asia
7%
Latin America
7%
Appliances
4%
Building &
Construction
12%
Consumer
10%Electrical &
Electronics
5%
Healthcare
11%
Industrial
14%
Packaging
13%
Textiles
2%
Transportation
20%
Wire & Cable
9%
$1.96
Distribution
29%
PP&S
20%
CAI
23%
SEM
15%DSS
13%
PolyOne Corporation Page 8
Old
PolyOne
*Operating Income excludes corporate charges and special items
2%
43%
65%
0%
20%
40%
60%
80%
100%
2005 2010 2015 2020
%
o
f O
pe
ra
tin
g
In
co
m
e*
JV's Performance Products & Solutions Distribution Specialty
80%+
Specialty OI $5M $87M $229M
Mix Shift Highlights Specialty Transformation
Transformation
2020
Platinum
Vision
Platinum
Vision
PolyOne Corporation Page 9
Color and Engineered Materials at the
Heart of Specialty Transformation
OPERATING MARGIN
1.7%
4.6% 5.1%
5.5%
7.2%
8.1%
9.7%
12.2%
14.7%
16.7% 17.0%
20%+
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 1Q'16 2020
Platinum
Vision
COLOR, ADDITIVES
AND INKS
1.1% 1.3%
3.4%
5.1%
9.6%
8.0%
8.6%
9.3%
12.1%
14.7%
16.6%
20%+
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 1Q'16 2020
Platinum
Vision
SPECIALTY
ENGINEERED MATERIALS
PolyOne Corporation Page 10
2006 1Q 2016 2020
“Where we were” “Where we are” Platinum Vision
1) Operating Income %
Specialty:
Color, Additives & Inks 1.7% 17.0% 20%+
Specialty Engineered Materials 1.1% 16.6% 20%+
Designed Structures & Solutions N/A 2.5% (TTM) 8 – 10%
Performance Products &
Solutions 5.5% 11.9% 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 22% Double Digit
Expansion
Proof of Performance & 2020 Goals
*ROIC is defined as TTM adjusted OI divided by the sum of average debt and equity over a 5 quarter period
PolyOne Corporation Page 11
Therma-Tech™ & Sheet
GEON™ Vinyl
Polymer ColorantsTherma-Tech™
TPE’s & Film
TPE + OnForce™
Gravi-Tech™
Page 11
Film
Target End Markets… Healthcare
PolyOne Corporation Page 12
TPE + OnForce
(SEM)
OnForce
(SEM)
Glasforms
(SEM)
TPE Vibration Dampening
(SEM/GLS)
TPE & Film
(SEM + DSS)
Glasforms
(SEM)
Polymer Colorants
(CAI)
Thermatech
(SEM)
Thermoplastic Elastomers
(SEM)
TPE + OnForce
(SEM)
OnForce
(SEM)
Thermoplastic Elastomers
(SEM)
Glasforms
(SEM)
Polymer Colorants
(CAI)
Sheet
(DSS)
Source: Outdoor Industry Association
Target End Markets… Outdoor High Performance
PolyOne Corporation Page 13
Sound & Vibration
Management
Fuel Handling
Systems
Interior & Exterior Trim
Structural Braces
& Brackets
Interior Structural
Components
Lighting
Air management
Electronics & Cameras
Fluid Handling
Target End Markets… Automotive
Underhood
Components
Roof Systems
PolyOne Corporation Page 14
Target End Markets… Packaging
PreservaPak™
OnColor™
Smart Batch™
VersaFlex™
TPE Cap Liner
ColorMatrix™
Amosorb™
Oxygen Scavenger
ColorMatrix™
Ultimate™ UV
Light Barrier
OnCap™
Laser Marking
Additives
PolyOne Corporation Page 15
Innovation Drives Earnings Growth
*Specialty Platform revenue from products introduced in last five years
$20
$53
2006 2015
Research & Development
Spending
($ millions)
Specialty Platform
Vitality Index Progression*
14%
34%
2006 2015
CAI & SEM
Gross Margin
12%
43%
2006 2015
Target ≥ 35%
Innovation Pipeline Potential
PolyOne Corporation Page 16
2,883
2,414
2006 2015
Volume
(lbs in millions)
-16%
$103
$192
2006 2015
Commercial, R&D
and Marketing
Spending ($M)
+86%
$303
$721
2006 2015
Adjusted
Gross Profit ($M)
+138%
Ours is Not a Cost Cutting Story
PolyOne Corporation Page 17
Design and Service as a Differentiator
Right Material &
Color
Desired
Product Design
Appropriate
Manufacturing Process
Delivering Concept to
Commercialization
Connecting
the Dots with
iQ Design Labs and
InVisiO Color Design
PolyOne Corporation Page 18
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
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
16.2%
9.7%
2006 2015
On-Time Delivery
Working Capital % of Sales
52% of associates trained in LSS
Five consecutive years – CFO Magazine Best Working
Capital Management in the chemical industry
Commitment to Operational Excellence
PolyOne Corporation Page 19
60%
100%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
90%
100%
2008 1Q 2016
Pension Funding**
As of March 31, 2016
Debt Maturities & Pension Funding
Net Debt / Adjusted EBITDA*= 2.5x
** includes US-qualified pension plans only*TTM 3/31/2016
$550
$600
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
2022 2023
Debt Maturities
As of March 31, 2016
($ millions)
Coupon Rate: 3.750% 5.250%
PolyOne Corporation Page 20
Free Cash Flow and Strong Balance Sheet
Fund Investment / Shareholder Return
Expanding our sales,
marketing, and
technical capabilities
Investing in operational
and LSS initiatives
~75% of capital
expenditures fund
growth initiatives Organic
Growth
Acquisitions
Share
Repurchases
Dividends
$0.16
$0.20
$0.32
$0.40
$0.48
$0.10
$0.20
$0.30
$0.40
$0.50
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Annual Dividend
Targets that expand
our:
• Specialty offerings
• End market
presence
• Geographic breadth
Synergy opportunities
Adjacent material
solutions
Repurchased
1.5 million shares in
Q1 2016
Repurchased 17.3
million shares since
early 2013
10.0 million shares are
available for
repurchase under the
current authorization
$0.24
PolyOne Corporation Page 21
The New PolyOne: A Specialty Growth Company
Why Invest In PolyOne?
Addressable market exceeds $40 billion
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
PolyOne Corporation Page 22
Appendix
PolyOne Corporation Page 23
$0.24
$0.31
$0.44 $0.46
$0.56
$0.00
$0.25
$0.50
$0.75
1Q'12 1Q'13 1Q'14 1Q'15 1Q'16
Adjusted EPS
1Q 2016 Financial Highlights
Performance Products & Solutions
operating margin grew 540 basis
points year-over-year to 11.9%
Distribution operating margin
expanded 60 basis points to a record
first quarter level of 6.5%
First quarter adjusted EPS has
grown on average 24% per year
since 2012
$11
$20
$0
$5
$10
$15
$20
$25
1Q'15 1Q'16
PP&S Operating Profit
$16
$18
$10
$12
$14
$16
$18
$20
1Q'15 1Q'16
POD Operating Profit
Note: $ in millions, except per share data
PolyOne Corporation Page 24
1.7%
4.6% 5.1%
5.5%
7.2% 8.1%
9.7%
12.2%
16.7% 17.0%
20%+
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 1Q'16 2020
Operating Income % of Sales
At a Glance
Color, Additives and Inks
2015 Revenues: $0.8 Billion Solutions
Expanding Profits2015 Revenue by Industry Segment
14.7%
Platinum
Vision
United States
48%
Europe
33%
Canada
2%
Asia
12%
Latin America
5%
Appliances
2%
Building &
Construction
11%
Consumer
8%
Electrical &
Electronics
1%
Healthcare
6%
Industrial
13%
Packaging
31%
Textiles
8%
Transportation
9%
Wire & Cable
11%
PolyOne Corporation Page 25
1.1% 1.3%
3.4%
5.1%
9.6%
8.0% 8.6%
9.3%
14.7%
16.6%
20%+
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 1Q'16 2020
Operating Income % of Sales
At a Glance
Specialty Engineered Materials
2015 Revenues: $0.5 Billion Solutions
2015 Revenue by Industry Segment Expanding Profits
Platinum
Vision
12.1%
United States
49%
Europe
29%
Canada
2%
Asia
20%
Appliances
3%
Building &
Construction
3%
Consumer
20%
Electrical &
Electronics
16%
Healthcare
11%
Industrial
8%
Packaging
5%
Transportation
19%
Wire & Cable
15%
PolyOne Corporation Page 26
1.4%
5.6%
7.3%
3.0%
8-10%
0.4%
2012 2013 2014 2015 1Q'16 2020
Operating Income % of Sales
At a Glance
Designed Structures and Solutions
Solutions2015 Revenues: $0.5 Billion
Expanding Profits2015 Revenue by Industry Segment
Platinum
Vision
Appliances,
3%
Building &
Construction
9%
Consumer
5%
Healthcare
7%
Industrial
24%
Packaging
19%
Transportation
33%
United States
97%
Canada
3%
PolyOne Corporation Page 27
Appliances
7%
Building &
Construction
31%
Consumer
5%
Electrical &
Electronics
3%
Healthcare
1%
Industrial
13%
Packaging
5% Transportation
19% Wire & Cable
16%
5.5%
6.9%
3.8%
3.6%
5.5%
4.3%
6.3%
7.2%
8.3%
12-14%
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 1Q'16 2020
Operating Income % of Sales
At a Glance
Performance Products and Solutions
Solutions
Expanding Profits
2015 Revenues: $0.7 Billion
11.9%
Platinum
Vision
2015 Revenue by Industry Segment
7.7%
United States
79%
Canada
14%
Asia
2%
Latin America
5%
PolyOne Corporation Page 28
2.6%
3.0%
3.5%
4.0%
4.6%
5.6%
6.4% 5.9%
6.6%
6.5-7.5%
6.5%
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 1Q'16 2020
Operating Income % of Sales
15%
54%
2006 1Q 2016
At a Glance
Distribution
Key Suppliers2015 Revenues: $1.0 Billion
ROIC Expanding Profits
6.1%
Platinum
Vision
Appliances
6%
Building &
Construction
4%Consumer
13%
Electrical &
Electronics
6%
Healthcare
23%
Industrial
16%
Packaging
4%
Transportation
24%
Wire & Cable
4%
http://www.polyone.com/Pages/VariationRoot.aspx
http://www.polyone.com/Pages/VariationRoot.aspx
PolyOne Corporation Page 29
2 lbs Plastic
=
3 lbs aluminum
or
8 lbs steel
or
27 lbs glass
33% less material by weight
than aluminum
75% less material by weight
than steel
93% less material by weight
than glass
Requires 91% less energy to
recycle a pound of plastic versus
a pound of paper
Source: SPI: Sustainability and the Plastics Industry
Plastics: Key to Future Sustainable Development
PolyOne Corporation Page 30
Application Examples
PolyOne Corporation Page 31
Outdoor Applications
• Leading provider of high performance
specialty materials for the recreational
and sports & leisure industry
• Well positioned across all segments to
address market needs
Metal to Polymer Conversion
Lightweighting
Thermal Management
Impact Performance
Source: Outdoor Industry Association
PolyOne Corporation Page 32
$1.5 billion attractive, growing market
Additives improve performance and reduce cost
through light-weighting, reduced waste, faster
cycle times, and extended shelf life of finished
product
Aligned with megatrend of protecting the
environment:
Sustainability benefits include lower
package weight and improved recyclability
of package at end of use
Market Opportunity
Leading Global Supplier of Additives In Growing PET Market
Shelf-life extension
Greater product
consistency
Recyclability and
reduced carbon
footprint
Color and Special
Effects
Weight reduction
Enhanced product
aesthetics
High heat resistance
PET Bottling Technology
0.0
10.0
20.0
30.0
40.0
50.0
60.0
70.0
2009 2014 2019
Asia Pacific North America
Latin America Western Europe
Eastern Europe Middle East and Africa
Global PET Packaging Growth 2009-2019
Source: Euromonitor retail off-trade consumption (PET bottles & jars, home care, personal care,
food & non-alcoholic beverages)
B
ill
io
n
un
its
5% CAGR
PolyOne Corporation Page 33
• Includes formulation and
consultative services to assist
manufacturers and brand owners in
positively identifying their finished
goods
• Protects brand equity & consumer
welfare
• Reduces exposure to unwarranted
recall expenses
• Secures supply chain integrity –
support for safe expansion into new
geographies
Authentication Technology
PolyOne Corporation Page 34
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
• Simplifies manufacturing and
lowers total production cost
PolyOne Corporation Page 35
• Color harmonization across
15 unique color-and-polymer
combinations
• Eliminated need for multiple pre-
colored materials
• Reduced Land Rover’s working
capital
Range Rover Evoque Interior
PolyOne Corporation Page 36
• Reduced health and
environmental impact
• System cost reduction
• Radiation-shielding
performance
• Parts consolidation
• Design freedom
CT Scanner
PolyOne Corporation Page 37
High-Barrier Packaging Containers
• Capability to extrude up to 13
layers
• Strong oxygen and moisture
vapor transmission protection
• Can be made symmetrical or
asymmetrical to meet
customized needs of broad
variety of applications
• Barrier protection and superior
sensory properties
PolyOne Corporation Page 38
Aerospace Applications
• Leading provider of specialty materials
for the aerospace industry
• Typical applications
Mil-spec aircraft windows, canopies,
windscreens, instrument panels,
wingtip lenses
Interior – gallery furnishings, tray
tables, arm rests, trim strips, joint/edge
coverings
• Benefits:
High impact strength
Resistant to UV rays
Flame and smoke compliance
Easy to clean with aggressive cleaners;
anti-microbial grades available
Range of sizes, thicknesses, colors, etc.
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.