Avantor is a global supplier of ultra-high-purity materials for the life sciences and advanced technology markets. The company provides performance materials and solutions for the production and research needs of more than 7,900 customers across the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, diagnostics, aerospace & defense, and semiconductor industries. Avantor's product portfolio includes more than 30,000 products that meet increasingly stringent standards across technology driven and highly regulated markets. Avantor manufactures and markets its products around the world under several respected brand names. AvantorÍs brands of performance chemistries include the J.T.Baker¬, Macron Fine Chemicals», Rankem», BeneSphera», Puritan Products» and POCH» brands. AvantorÍs brands of advanced silicones include the NuSil» and CareSil brands. For more information visit www.avantorinc.com.