CLARKSTON, Mich., February 1, 2011 – Chase Plastics, a leading North American distributor of specialty, engineering and commodity thermoplastic resin, has added two new products to its lineup – TROGAMID® transparent polyamides and VESTAMID® HT plus thermoplastic resins – from Evonik Industries Performance Polymers Business Unit.

“The addition of these two products provides our customers an increased polymer performance in terms of design flexibility, manufacturing productivity and application protection,” said Kevin Chase, president of Chase Plastics. “With TROGAMID we’re distributing a performance polyamide that is highly durable with chemical resistant properties that are far superior to other transparent plastics.  With Vestamid® HT plus, we’ve obtained a high temperature thermoplastic resin that has greater molding flexibility and adhesive qualities than conventional PPA molding compounds.”

TROGAMID® protects surfaces such as automotive applications, decorated panels, consoles and operational controls from stress cracking, surface clouding and damage that can occur with daily exposure to sunlight, heat, shock, cosmetics and other chemicals.

VESTAMID® HT plus polyphthalamides are high-performing thermoplastic resins in which half of the raw materials are renewable, resulting in a significant contribution toward conserving fossil materials and reducing the production of greenhouse gases. And because it absorbs much less water than competitive products, VESTAMID® HT plus offers improved dimensional and hydrolytic stability.

The entire VESTAMID® HT plus range includes injection-molding compounds, for metal substitution and flame retardant applications, and VESTAMID® HT plus R products, which are specially modified molding compounds that can be bonded to various rubbers without adhesion promoters.

“The agreement to distribute TROGAMID® and VESTAMID® HT polymers through Chase Plastics is strategically important for Evonik Industries Performance Polymers Business Unit,” commented Klaus Burger, vice president and general manager of Evonik’s Americas High Performance Polymers business line. “This agreement ensures our customers across America have access to a reliable, seamless supply of these high quality polymers. We thank the management team at Chase Plastics for its commitment to Evonik.”

About Chase Plastics (chaseplastics.wpengine.com): Chase Plastics distributes more than 5,000 varieties of specialty, engineering and commodity thermoplastics from the industry’s leading manufacturers and global suppliers as it redefines plastics distribution with an approach to business that puts customer needs first.

In addition, Chase delivers engineering expertise and blending, repacking, inventory management, third-party storage capabilities and logistics services via a network of distribution centers, warehouses and sales locations throughout North and Central America.

Formed in 1992, the company has built its business on the ability to respond quickly with all of the flexibility and agility that its customers require. Based in Clarkston, Mich., Chase Plastics was founded by Kevin and Carole Chase who serve as the company’s president and vice president, respectively.

About Evonik: Evonik Industries is the creative industrial group from Germany. In our core business of specialty chemicals, we are a global leader. In addition, Evonik is an expert in power generation from hard coal and renewable energies, and one of the largest private residential real estate companies in Germany. Our company’s performance is shaped by creativity, specialization, continuous self-renewal, and reliability. Evonik is active in over 100 countries around the world. In its fiscal year 2009 about 39,000 employees generated sales of about €13.1 billion and an operating profit (EBITDA) of about €2.0 billion.  For additional information about Evonik in North America, please visit our website: www.evonik.com/north-america.

Please join Chase Plastics in welcoming Brian Chase to the Chase sales team serving customers throughout Georgia, the Carolinas and Florida. “Chase Plastics’ customer commitment is unparalleled in the industry,” said Doug Wright, regional sales manager at Chase Plastics. “Brian brings enthusiasm and drive to his responsibilities here. With his knowledge of thermoplastics, and education in business development, I am confident he can help our customers strengthen their companies and grow.”

Brian earned a bachelor’s of business from Northwood University, located in Midland, Mich., with double majors in business management and entrepreneurialism. In addition, he’s served multiple internships at Chase Plastics and completed the company’s rigorous six-month sales trainee program.

“I’m very excited to join Chase Plastics’ extraordinary team,” said Brian. “My goal is to grow the Southeast territory by bringing our unique brand of outrageous service to plastic molders serving this area’s key markets in marine, lighting, electronics, consumer goods and industrial products.

“With an entrepreneurial mindset, I will work hard to present the Chase Challenge and exceed every customer’s expectations.”

Chase Plastics is an independent distributor of more than 5,000 engineering thermoplastics. Its outrageous customer services include engineering expertise; blending, repacking, inventory management; third-party storage capabilities; and logistics.

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MAPP’s Benchmarking and Best Practices Conference, October 21-22, 2010, at the Marriott North Hotel in Indianapolis, Ind., is a no nonsense business exchange designed to provide solid information to senior executives in the plastics manufacturing industry.

This year’s theme focuses on  the fundamentals of leading a plastics facility, from workforce training, processes and social media to mergers and acquisitions to trends in information technology.

Don’t miss top speakers, designated round-table discussions, networking opportunities, and much more at this year’s exciting MAPP Benchmarking Conference.

Website: http://www.mappinc.com/events-calendar/2010-10-21/MAPP-Benchmarking-Conference

CLARKSTON, Mich., May 18, 2010 – Chase Plastics, a leading North American distributor of engineered, specialty and commodity thermoplastics, continues to aggressively grow its product line through a newly announced strategic partnership with Mitsubishi Engineering-Plastics Corp. (MEP). The partnership gives Chase Plastics’ customers expanded global product offerings, increased material performance options and shorter lead times for key engineering thermoplastics.

“With the MEP agreement, we continue to implement Chase Plastics’ strategy of adding worldclass manufacturers, with all their global capabilities and advanced product development, to our growing roster of supply partners,” said Kevin Chase, president of Chase Plastics. “And with the addition of MEP products Iupilon, Novarex, Reny and Novaduran, we’re providing our customers the materials performance characteristics, application development and technical support they need to meet changing industry standards and enter emerging market segments.”

MEP is a leading global supplier of polycarbonates, PC alloys, specialty nylons and PBT products with manufacturing capabilities in North America and around the world. Its thermoplastic materials exhibit an array of performance metrics, from gamma ray and flame resistance to exceptional tensile strength, which makes them well suited for medical, electronic, automotive, metal-to-plastic applications and more.

“Chase Plastics’ dedication to customer service and its technical capabilities in engineering plastic program development are a good fit to Mitsubishi Engineering-Plastics’ distribution strategy in North America,” said Ken Hu, sales and marketing manager at Mitsubishi International PolymerTrade Corp.

These MEP engineered thermoplastics are joining Chase Plastics’ product line:

• Iupilon® polycarbonate: Superior strength and transparency with selfextinguishing properties. Used for medical, sports and office automation equipment, automobiles, optics, machinery and electronics.
• Novarex® polycarbonate: Excellent dimensional stability, impact strength and electronic characteristics. Used in electronic, optical, automobile, medical equipment and glazing industries. Available in flame retardant, OA chassis grades, and grades for optical discs.
• Reny® MXD6 polyamide: Suitable as a metal substitute in many applications, especially for structural components under high stress. Used in automobile, electronic, electrical appliance, machinery and construction applications.
• Novaduran® PBT: Provides excellent mechanical properties, rigidity, heat aging and chemical resistance with superb moldability, abrasion resistance, colorability and electric properties. Well suited for electronics and automobile industries.

Chase Plastics at MD&M East
To learn more about Chase Plastics and its partnership with Mitsubishi Engineering-Plastics Corp., visit the Chase Plastics team at MD&M East, June 8-10, New York, NY at the Jacob Javits Convention Center, booth 433. Visit www.canontradeshows.com.

Chase Plastics distributes more than 5,000 varieties of specialty, engineering and commodity thermoplastics from the industry’s leading manufacturers and global suppliers. In addition, Chase delivers engineering expertise and blending, repacking, inventory management, thirdparty
storage capabilities and logistics services via a network of distribution centers, warehouses and sales locations throughout North and Central America.

Chase Plastics is redefining plastics distribution with an approach to business that puts customer needs first. Formed in 1992, Chase Plastics has built its business on the ability to respond quickly with all of the flexibility and agility that its customers require. Based in Clarkston, Mich., Chase Plastics was founded by Kevin and Carole Chase who serve as the company’s president and vice president, respectively. Find more information at chaseplastics.wpengine.com.

Chase Plastics is pleased to announce the addition of Jim VandenBoom as sales associate serving the territory of Massachusetts, Vermont and Rhode Island.

“Jim is an integral piece to Chase Plastics’ expansion in the New England states,” said Adam Paulson, district sales manager. “Jim’s technical background, along with his knowledge of thermoplastic distribution, will provide insight and value to both new and existing customers. With energy and enthusiasm to spare, Jim is ready to deliver unmatched service to the entire New England processing community.”

Jim graduated from the University of Toledo, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. In addition, he served
two internships at Chase Plastics and completed the company’s rigorous internal training program.

“I look forward to extending Chase Plastics’ brand of outrageous service to plastic processors throughout the New England territory,” said Jim. “With my competitive spirit and mechanical engineering background, I will work hard to exceed customer expectations in every facet of their business.”

Customers benefit from the unmatched depth and breadth of Chase’s product line

Clarkston, Mich., Feb. 2, 2010 – Chase Plastics, a distributor of specialty, engineering and commodity thermoplastics, has expanded its lineup of product offerings to better serve plastic processors throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Central America. With the addition of these global suppliers, Chase Plastics becomes the leading provider of total thermoplastic solutions.

• Cereplast
• Diamond Polymers
• Kraiburg
• Kraton
• Moulds Plus
• Polymer Resources
• Toray
• United Soft Plastics
• Wellman

“Chase Plastics’ growing product line is the result of a continued focus on outrageous customer service,” said Kevin Chase, president of Chase Plastics. “But as a total thermoplastics solutions provider, we’re dedicated to more than distribution. For Chase customers, this means the added advantage of our deep materials knowledge, engineering expertise and application development capabilities.”

To measure the full value of Chase’s approach, processors attending this year’s PLASTEC West in Anaheim, Calif., are invited to take the “Chase Challenge” at the company’s booth, #3927. Chase Plastics’ West Coast team of sales engineers and application experts will be on hand to tackle processors’ toughest projects with a high quality, cost-effective raw material solutions.

About Chase Plastics
Chase Plastics distributes more than 5,000 varieties of specialty, engineering and commodity thermoplastics from the industry’s leading manufacturers and global suppliers. In addition, Chase delivers engineering expertise and blending, repacking, inventory management, third-party storage capabilities and logistics services via a network of distribution centers, warehouses and sales locations throughout North and Central America. Formed in 1992, Chase Plastics has built its business on the ability to respond quickly with all of the flexibility and agility that its customers require. Based in Clarkston, Mich., Chase Plastics was founded by Kevin and Carole Chase who serve as the company’s president and vice president, respectively. Find more information at chaseplastics.wpengine.com.

Chase Plastics is pleased to announce its newest sales associate, Jason Braman. Braman, who is responsible for the state of Wisconsin, will bring both mechanical and manufacturing engineering experience to his responsibilities at Chase Plastics.

“Jason’s manufacturing and technical background will provide insight and value to Chase Plastics’ injection molding and extrusion customers throughout Wisconsin,” said Alan Arduini, regional sales manager. “With Jason on our team, we can take an even more active role in helping Chase customers develop successful application and material
solutions.”

Braman graduated from Kettering University in Flint, Mich., with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and recently completed Chase Plastic’s rigorous sales training program. This hands-on approach combines the company’s legendary customer service philosophy with a strong sales and technical focus.

“I look forward to using my background and training in manufacturing and mechanical engineering to provide a unique perspective in meeting customer needs,” said Jason. “I feel very passionate about Chase Plastics’ outrageous customer service. When it comes to technical data and quotes, I intend to maintain the quickest response time in the industry.”

Well positioned to carry on its 17-year tradition of leadership and growth in plastic distribution, Chase Plastics has remained committed to its core values of materials engineering expertise and unparalleled service. With the addition of Jason Braman, Chase Plastics adds to its roster of highly qualified team players.

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Agreement Expands the Company’s Distribution to North American Plastics Processors

Hawthorne, Calif. – July 15, 2009 – Cereplast, Inc. (OTC BB: CERP), developer of proprietary bio-based
sustainable plastics, today announced a new strategic partnership with Chase Plastics to distribute
Cereplast’s bio-based resins in North America. This agreement signals Cereplast’s long-term commitment
to broadening the supply of its bio-based resins to North American plastics processors. The strategic
partnership with Chase Plastics is another indication of the rapid rate of growth of the market for
Cereplast’s bio-based resins, as well as the company’s ability to supply a major channel of distribution.

Chase Plastics is one of North America’s fastest growing, full-service specialty engineering thermoplastic
distributors, serving plastic processors in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Central America.
Chase Plastics delivers specialty, engineering and commodity thermoplastics in a wide variety of
compounds encompassing every thermoplastic. Chase operates more than 20 warehouses throughout
North America capable of carrying and stocking Cereplast’s bio-based resins available for next day shipping.

Plastics processors purchasing Cereplast’s bio-based resins will benefit from the many advantages that
Chase Plastics offers, including local inventory and stocking programs, technical service, broad product
line, and professional sales staff.

“With this agreement we are able to supply Cereplast Compostables® and Hybrids® to a wide range of
plastics processors to create the innovative, “green” products that today’s brands and retailers are looking
for to meet their sustainability objectives.” said Kevin Chase, President. Plastics processors interested in
purchasing Cereplast bio-based resins from Chase Plastics can call 1-800-232-4273 or visit www.chaseplastics.wpengine.com

About Cereplast, Inc.
Cereplast, Inc. (OTCBB:CERP) designs and develops proprietary bio-based, sustainable plastics which
are used as substitutes for petroleum-based plastics in all major converting processes – such as injection
molding, thermoforming, blow molding and extrusions – at a pricing structure that is competitive with
petroleum-based plastics. On the cutting-edge of bio-based plastic material development, Cereplast now
offers resins to meet a variety of customer demands. Cereplast Compostables(R) resins are ideally suited
for single use applications where high bio-based content and compostability are advantageous, especially
in the food service industry. Cereplast Hybrid Resins(R) combine high bio-based content with the
durability and endurance of traditional plastic, making them ideal for applications in industries such as
automotive, consumer electronics and packaging. Learn more at www.cereplast.com

About Chase Plastics
Chase Plastics distributes more than 4,500 varieties of specialty and engineering thermoplastics from
the industry’s leading manufacturers and global suppliers. In addition, Chase delivers engineering
expertise and blending, repacking, inventory management, third-party storage capabilities and logistics
services via a network of distribution centers, warehouses and sales locations throughout North and
Central America.

Chase Plastics is redefining plastics distribution with an approach to business that puts customer needs
first. Formed in 1992, Chase Plastics has built its business on the ability to respond quickly with all of
the flexibility and agility that its customers require. Based in Clarkston, Mich., Chase Plastics was
founded by Kevin and Carole Chase who serve as the company’s president and vice president,
respectively.

Find more information at www.chaseplastics.wpengine.com

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CLARKSTON, Mich., June 19, 2009 – With the economy inching toward improvement and the plastic resin industry making a modest recovery, Chase Plastics Services, a distributor of specialty and engineering thermoplastics, is well positioned to carry on its 17-year tradition of leadership and growth in plastic distribution.

“Chase Plastics has remained committed to its core values of materials engineering expertise and outrageous service,” said Kevin Chase, president of Chase Plastics. “This consistency is serving us well. Plus, our size lets us react quickly and effectively to changes in the industry,
which I’ve seen more of in the last eight months than in my entire career.”

Chase explains that in this challenging business climate Chase Plastics has:

• Focused on keeping relationships strong with loyal customers
• Streamlined processes to operate at peak efficiency
• Substantially lowered costs without reducing quality
• Shed unprofitable or redundant services
• Kept its long-term growth strategy flexible in order to respond rapidly

“There is an unprecedented supplier, distributor and customer transformation taking place in the plastics industry today. But Chase Plastics’ rapid and comprehensive response has made us financially strong and strategically positioned to capture new business and out-perform and outservice the competition,” Chase said.

About Chase Plastics
Kevin Chase and his team are attending next week’s global NPE 2009, The International Plastics Showcase, in Chicago, June 22 – 26. To schedule an interview with this experienced industry veteran, contact Kathy Bilitzke at The Quell Group at 248-649-8900.

Chase Plastics distributes more than 4,500 varieties of specialty and engineering thermoplastics from the industry’s leading manufacturers and global suppliers. In addition, Chase delivers engineering expertise and blending, repacking, inventory management, thirdparty storage capabilities and logistics services via a network of distribution centers, warehouses and sales locations throughout North and Central America.

Chase Plastics is redefining plastics distribution with an approach to business that puts customer needs first. Formed in 1992, Chase Plastics has built its business on the ability to respond quickly with all of the flexibility and agility that its customers require. Based in Clarkston, Mich., Chase Plastics was founded by Kevin and Carole Chase who serve as the company’s president and vice president, respectively. Find more information at chaseplastics.wpengine.com.

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Distributor’s engineering plastics expertise and production know-how drive its success in the region

CLARKSTON, Mich., Feb. 2, 2009 – Chase Plastics, a distributor of specialty and
engineering thermoplastics, will showcase its industry-savvy sales team and application
development services at the upcoming MD&M West Exposition, Feb. 10 – 12. Find
Chase Plastics in booth 4038, located in the Plastec West pavilion. MD&M West is held
in the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, Calif.

Alan Arduini, a vice president at Chase who recently took the helm of the company’s
application and business development initiative, will be in the booth along with District
Manager Eric Walters. Since 2006, Walters has aggressively built the company’s West
Coast client roster by delivering unmatched materials and application knowledge.

“We’ll be at MDM West talking to medical device manufacturers looking to partner with a
plastics distributor who stays ahead of the material development curve,” said Arduini. “At
Chase Plastics we understand that medical device manufacturing must satisfy demands
for strength, biocompatibility, clarity, sterilization, chemical resistance, UV stability and
more. With our application development expertise, Chase can help manufacturers gain
efficiencies and a competitive edge.”

Chase Plastic has locations throughout North and Central America, including Western
Canada; Portland, Ore.; Los Angeles; and Mexico. The company delivers engineering
expertise; application development and blending; repacking; inventory management;
third-party storage capabilities; and logistics services via a network of company-owned
trucks, distribution centers, warehouses and sales locations.

Chase Plastics distributes more than 4,500 varieties of specialty and engineering
thermoplastics from the industry’s leading manufacturers and global suppliers.
The company is redefining plastics distribution with an approach to business that puts
customer needs first. Formed in 1992, Chase Plastics has built its business on the ability
to respond quickly with all of the flexibility and agility that its customers require. Based in
Clarkston, Mich., Chase Plastics was founded by Kevin and Carole Chase who serve as
the company’s president and vice president, respectively. Find more information at chaseplastics.wpengine.com.

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