ACNT ASCENT INDUSTRIES CO.

“The material weaknesses were first identified in 2021 and 2022 and while the Company has significantly improved its internal control over financial reporting, the material weaknesses remain un-remediated as of September 30, 2026 due to the continued IT general control ineffectiveness.”

“Based upon that evaluation, the Company s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer have concluded that the Company s disclosure controls and procedures were not effective as of September 30, 2026, because of the previously reported material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting, as described below.”