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ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED ANNUAL REPORT For the Year Ended 30 June 2022 ABN 91 064 820 408 PRESENTED IN US DOLLARS TABLE OF CONTENTS Company Directory Letter from the Chair and CEO Directors’ Report Declaration of Independence Consolidated Statement of Profit or Loss and Other Comprehensive Income Consolidated Statement of Financial Position Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows Notes on the Consolidated Statements Directors’ Declaration Independent Auditor’s Report Shareholder Information 1 2 3 15 16 17 18 19 20 41 42 45 ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED COMPANY DIRECTORY DIRECTORS COMPANY SECRETARY REGISTERED OFFICE AUDITORS SHARE REGISTRY BANKERS SOLICITORS ABN Mrs Rosheen Garnon Brigadier General Stephen Cheney, USMC(Ret) Mr Simon Moore Dr Paul Stenson Dr Robert Brookins Mr Carl Dennis Mark Licciardo Level 7, 330 Collins Street Melbourne VIC 3000 Telephone: +61 8 9384 3160 Grant Thornton Audit Pty Ltd Level 17 383 Kent Street Sydney NSW 2000 Automic Registry Services Level 5, 126 Phillip St Sydney NSW 2000 Telephone: 1300 288 664 Macquarie Bank Level 23, 235 St Georges Terrace Perth WA 6000 Steinepreis Paganin Level 4, The Read Buildings 16 Milligan Street Perth WA 6000 91 064 820 408 DOMICILE AND COUNTRY OF INCORPORATION Australia LEGAL FORM OF ENTITY SECURITY EXCHANGE Listed Public Company Australian Securities Exchange Limited Home Exchange: Sydney ASX Code: AJX ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 1 LETTER FROM THE CHAIR AND CEO Dear Shareholders, The Company closed FY2022 with many key milestones achieved that positions Alexium not only for future growth but also contributed to year-over- year growth in FY2022 of 12%. With that said, this success was necessarily dampened by the dramatic market shift across the first and second half of the year. In 1H FY2022, we had the strongest period of revenue and EBITDA growth for the Company; however, the difficult economic conditions in the US drove rapid decreases in consumer confidence which in turn impacted consumer discretionary spending in key markets and resulted in a significant drop in revenue for the Company in 2H FY2022. Throughout these difficult months however, we have been able to continue to drive greater market penetration while ensuring strong customer retention. As mentioned, the management team has been able to meet key milestones that delivered revenue growth in FY2022 and positions the Company well for FY2023: • • Entered an asset-based line of credit with Alterna CS Expanded the Company’s management team with the addition of Mr. Billy Blackburn as Chief Executive Officer and the transition of Dr. Bob Brookins to Chief Technology Officer Fully commercialised mattresses based on Alexium’s designs for a total mattress cooling system (TMCS) Completed commercialisation of Eclipsys™ technology in body armour market Drove broader market penetration of Biocool™ products in bedding market Completed commercialisation of Alexiflam® for FR sock products in the bedding market • • • • • Optimised FR NyCo manufacturing process and submitted goods to the US army for military testing These advances position the Company for continued market penetration and growth in FY2023. As we go into the new fiscal year our focus is on driving this growth and strengthening the supply chain of our new products to ensure its resiliency. This focus reflects this new phase of the Company as we turn from a strong focus on technology/product development to a holistic development of the Company to drive shareholder value. Thank you to all our shareholders for your support throughout the year. We look forward to seeing you at our AGM. Sincerely, Mrs Rosheen Garnon Chair of the Board Dr Bob Brookins Chief Executive Officer ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 2 DIRECTORS’ REPORT The Directors present their report on Alexium International Group Limited and its subsidiaries (‘Company’ or ‘Group’) for the period ended 30 June 2022. DIRECTORS The Directors of the Company in office during the period and until the date of this report are as follows. Directors were in office for the entire period unless otherwise stated. • Mrs Rosheen Garnon • Brigadier General Stephen Cheney • Dr Robert Brookins • Mr Simon Moore • Dr Paul Stenson • Mr Carl Dennis – appointed September 2021 PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES The development of advanced materials where there is a market opportunity for commercialisation. During the period activities included: • Research and development in consultation with end clients; • Obtaining patents in relation to new products developed; and • Commercialisation and sales of the products. DIVIDENDS No dividend was paid during the period and the Board has not recommended the payment of a dividend (2021: Nil). SHARE CAPITAL The following were on issue: Type Ordinary shares Outstanding warrants Share appreciation rights Performance rights 30-Jun-22 645,256,590 3,829,787 32,910,779 270,482 30-Jun-21 640,197,246 3,829,787 16,150,924 1,226,076 OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEW Operations and Technology Review The Company’s corporate and operating activities are performed from our single facility located in Greer, South Carolina, USA. The Company utilises contract manufacturers to produce finished goods; this creates a variable cost model for manufacturing and allows the Company to focus its efforts on product development and commercialisation of high-performance products. The main product families are phase change material (“PCM”) and cooling products for bedding and military industries and flame-retardant (“FR”) technologies for markets such as bedding, military, and workwear. Alexium’s focus areas during the year: Alexicool®: PCM-based cooling products for textile and foam applications. This product line is the key driver of sales of the Company. Its performance is reliable and drives value for customers. BioCool™: Continued commercialisation of proprietary biobased cooling products for textile and foam applications. This product line has a USDA BioPreferred Certification based on its biobased content and has seen strong adoption in the market. Eclipsys™: Perpetual cooling technology for textile and foam-based products. This IP protected technology is a lightweight product that has benefits of being adaptive/responsive cooling, non-flammable, non-toxic and environmentally friendly. In contrast to PCM Technology, which works by absorbing heat, this technology counteracts the insulative effects of foam and textiles, constantly moving heat away from the body. The Company invested in a new business development position to support the body armour market in the beginning of the second half of the year. Sales began in 2H FY22 and strong adoption is expected in both the bedding and body armour markets in FY23. Total Mattress Cooling System (TMCS): Technology based on the Company’s Alexicool® product line, TMCS provides a higher level of cooling performance using multiple products integrated into various components within the mattress. Customers are finalising their mattress designs incorporating our PCM and Eclipsys products. First sales started in 2H FY22 with the customer products expected to be launched in 2H FY23. ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 3 DIRECTORS’ REPORT Alexiflam® treated Sock for Foam Mattresses: This initiative applies the Company’s FR product to a cotton-based mattress sock to provide a flame- retardant barrier in foam mattresses. Although adoption has been slow, the Company has made successful production runs with customers in the US with these customers actively marketing these products. The Company continues to leverage current customer relationships to penetrate the market. Alexiflam® for Military Uniforms: Application of this product to military uniforms helps to protect a broader number of military personnel not just those in high-risk scenarios. The Company has recently been working directly with the US Army to provide rolls of treated fabric for evaluation and limited trials. Financing: In April 2022, the Company has entered an asset-based line of credit with Alterna Capital Solutions to provide working capital funding to support the Company’s growth. The facility is a three-year $3.0M asset-based line of credit which can be increased to $5.0M with the approval of Alterna Capital Solutions as needed. This line will support the Company’s growth initiatives for commercialisation of thermal management and flame- retardant products in new end-product markets. The interest rate is adjustable with a fixed base of 5.0% plus the US prime lending rate published in the Wall Street Journal which at the end of July 2022 was 5.5% for a total annual rate of 10.5%. The borrowing base of the line of credit consists of 90% of eligible accounts receivable plus a calculated portion of inventory which, among other factors, will not exceed 50% of eligible inventory. COVID-19: In FY22, significant restrictions were lifted in the US relating to COVID-19. The Company removed its strict check-in policy for employees once vaccinations for most of the population were voluntarily confirmed and the Company continues to follow US CDC guidelines to safeguard employees. The Company has continued communication with its toll manufacturers regarding COVID-19 to ensure there aren’t any production- related delays and to ensure safe interactions with our employees. The commercial group resumed full travel schedules to customers where they were permitted to be on-site. Furthermore, there were no disruptions to the operations of the business due to employee-related COVID-19 issues. Management has taken a multifaceted approach to reviewing the balance sheet for COVID-19 related asset impairment. Management has considered potential impacts by estimating the recoverable amount of intangible assets as part of impairment testing. Management does not believe there are any impairment indications directly related to COVID-19. Further, no expected credit losses are recognised, and year-end customer receivables are considered fully collectable. Skilled Labour: The US unemployment remained very low throughout the year. The skills needed for positions within the Company are typically related to the sciences and administrative functions. The company did not have any issues filling vacancies throughout the year. Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Alexium is built on a foundation of providing innovative, sustainable, and non-toxic solutions to our commercial partners and consumers. We take responsibility for our impact on the environment and human welfare seriously and are dedicated to exceeding industry standards for safety and environmental sustainability. Being a leader in innovation comes with the duty to guide our industry to employ higher standards of ethics, social responsibility and corporate governance while continuing to set the framework for environmentally conscious solutions. The board recognises the importance of formally integrating Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles into our daily operations and as such, is committed to implementing a transparent, data driven program to help identify opportunities to align our business activities with these values. As we move forward, we will issue policy statements and establish comprehensive reporting to ensure compliance with ESG standards. Financial Result Overview The Company’s net loss attributable to members of the Company for the financial year was $3,360,271 (2021: $1,445,319). This represents an 132% increase in net loss over the prior period. If the current year net loss was adjusted for the intangible impairment of $1,026,377 the normalised net loss would have been $2,333,894 and if the prior period net loss was adjusted for the nonrecurring item of the US PPP loan forgiveness of $928,780 the prior year normalised net loss would have been $2,374,099 resulting in a year over year reduction in net loss of $40,205. Revenues from ordinary operating activities increased 12% from the prior year at $8,174,937 (2021: $7,276,399). Revenue in the first half of the year was very strongly driven by the commercialisation of the new BioCool™ product line coupled with a new bedding product launch from a customer. The Company also increased our market share at certain customers. The activity in the second half of the year was down significantly from the first half due to a decline in US retail market conditions negatively impacting bedding market sales as consumer confidence weakened amid ongoing inflation concerns. Gross profit increased 26% year over year at $3,329,715 (2021: $2,641,907) while the gross margin percentage increased by more than four points to 40.7% (2020: 36.3%). These increases are attributable to increased market share of BioCool™, favourable positioning on certain product raw materials and increased economies of scale on products. Operating expenses increased 23% at $6,604,186 (2021: $5,377,173). The net change of $1,227,013 was mainly due to an impairment of $1,026,377 for two intangible assets related to the flame-retardant product line. The Company continues to remain positive with respect to the business potential of the flame-retardant product line based on its ongoing discussions with potential customers and market analysis. The impairment recognised has been approved by management for compliance with accounting standards. Refer to note 12 of the financial statements for further details. Excluding this impairment, operating expenses would have increased by 4% or $200,636. Interest expense at $776,042 (2021: $681,865) reflects an increase of $94,177 or 14%. Of the total increase, $84,769 is related to the amortisation of the effective interest on the term loan. There was a gain on the embedded derivative related to the term loan of $688,060 (2021: $1,043,912) because of the revaluation. ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 4 DIRECTORS’ REPORT As at the reporting date, the cash position was $1,027,095 (2021: $2,932,673). Cash changes were primarily from normal operating and investing activities. Material Business Risks The Company has identified below the specific risks which could impact upon its prospects: Maintaining strong intellectual property position: Product innovation is key to the Company's business model, thus maintaining a strong intellectual property position is critical. To ensure this, the Company is attentive to developing next-generation products that are not only well-differentiated in the market but are also inventive and meet market needs. The Company recognises that it must not only develop these products but protect the technology underlying them through a sophisticated patent registration program. The management team predominantly focuses on patent protection to safeguard the Company’s intellectual property with key composition/application patent applications filed for each technology platform. To ensure adequate protection provided by these, market analyses are performed to ensure protection is afforded in the relevant regions for the applicable markets. Competition in key markets: The Company has worked diligently on its PCM-based products to ensure that market competition is well understood, and that the Company’s product portfolio adequately responds to these competitors. This response includes: • Effective pricing strategies and product innovation; • Analytical tools and methods that objectively demonstrate the value of the Company’s products versus those of competitors; and • Identification of market gaps where current commercial technologies are not effective. Sufficient capital for achieving profitability: The Company monitors and manages its resources to ensure there is sufficient capital to achieve profitability. Based on the Company’s budget, the Board is confident that the Company’s revenue forecasts, commercial pipeline, and funding options will ensure that the Company is sufficiently capitalised for the upcoming twelve months. Commercial risks due to market dynamics: Beyond threats from competitors, the Company identifies changes in the markets themselves as potential risks and works to mitigate these risks through diversification of its product portfolio, customer-driven product innovation, and the expansion of its customer base. Rising Interest Rates: As of the end of July, the US Federal Reserve raised interest rates four times in 2022 for a total change of 225 basis points. The Company is impacted by these types of rate hikes on the interest it pays for the line of credit agreement. Based on forecasted cash flow models this will not create a significant impact to the company in the foreseeable future. The Company also closely monitors receivables to ensure expected payments are being made timely to minimize the need to borrow funds. Inflation: US inflation, at its highest level since 1981, could cause consumer spending to decrease on discretionary spending for items such as mattresses. Conversely, we see resilience in the top-of-bed segment of the bedding market due to the lower price points of these products versus mattresses. Covid-19 Impact: COVID-19 presents business challenges due to the uncertainty of long-term impacts to consumer spending and potential supply- chain disruption in the bedding related industry. The Company is proactively managing the circumstances as it evolves its strategies and processes to strengthen supply chain resiliency and protect employee and stakeholder interests. Ukraine/Russia Conflict: The company does not have customers nor suppliers within the region of the conflict and does not believe there is a direct impact of this conflict upon the company’s ability to pursue its goals and strategies. Likely Developments The Company is committed to: • Continued commercialisation of the BioCool™ product line which is USDA BioPreferred certified • Work with US Army to qualify FR NyCo technology for military uniforms • Continued commercialisation of the Eclipsys™ product line in bedding and body armour • Generating first revenues from Alexiflam® FR Sock • Significant revenue growth with the achievement of a sustained positive EBITDA; and • Ensuring a financially strong and stable business through detailed planning, responsible management and transparency of strategy and outcomes. The Company’s business strategies to achieve the above goals include: • Leveraging market position and Company resources for greater market penetration, • Strengthening and maintaining key relationships supporting the Company’s initiatives, and • Maintaining a disciplined and conservative approach to managing expenditures relative to sales growth. ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 5 DIRECTORS’ REPORT Events since the end of the financial period On 02 August 2022, an announcement to market was made of the appointment of Billy Blackburn as the new CEO and Managing Director of the Company effective 01 September 2022. In conjunction with this appointment, Dr. Bob Brookins has been appointed Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and will remain an executive director on the Board. Mr Blackburn has an accomplished background having founded a high-growth technology company specialising in high purity solvents, which was subsequently sold to Nova Molecular. Mr Blackburn was appointed Vice President, Business Development at Nova Molecular where he was responsible for substantial revenue growth that included securing major consumer healthcare contracts. More recently, Mr Blackburn has been the Vice President & Executive Manager of Giant Cement Holdings Inc., which is focused on Renewable Waste Processes. Other than noted above, there has not arisen any item, transaction, or event of a material and unusual nature, which in the opinion of the Directors of the Company, is likely to significantly affect the operations of the Company, the results of those operations, or the state of affairs of the Company in future financial years. Environmental Reporting The Company’s operations are currently located solely in the United States, and as such are not regulated by any significant environmental regulation under a law of the Commonwealth or of a State or Territory in Australia. The Directors have considered compliance with the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Act 2007 which requires entities to report annual greenhouse gas emissions and energy use. US Laws concerning the environment that affect or could affect our operations include, among others, the Clean Water Act, the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, the Occupational Safety and Health Act, the National Environmental Policy Act, the Toxic Substances Control Act, regulations promogulated under these Acts, and other federal, state, and local laws or regulations governing environmental matters. We believe that the Company complies with these laws and that future compliance will not materially affect our earnings or competitive position. A key feature of the Company’s product portfolio is its environmentally friendly nature. This focus ensures that there is a positive impact to the environmental standing of its customers whenever they choose to use the Company’s products as part of their ultimate products. Additionally, the Company’s manufacturing partners are selected in part based on their adherence to established environmental standards as well as compliance with manufacturing standards such as ISO 9001. For the reporting period, the Board is not aware of any breach of applicable environmental regulations by the Company. Corporate Governance Statement The documents that govern the Company’s corporate governance framework, including its Constitution, charters and polices are available in the Corporate Governance section on the Company’s website - www.alexiuminternational.com/about/#corpGov Information on Directors The names of the Directors holding office during the period are set out below, together with details of their experience, qualifications, special responsibilities, and other company directorships during the past three financial years. Mrs Rosheen Garnon BEc (Accounting major), LLB, FCA, CTA, GAICD. Appointed as an independent Non-Executive Director from September 2018; Chair from March 2019. Skills and Experience: Mrs Garnon has had a distinguished career in the accounting profession as a chartered accountant and taxation advisor. She was a senior partner with KPMG and held senior executive leadership roles with the firm in Australia and at a global level. She has extensive experience working with Boards and C Suite executives. Current External Appointments: Non-Executive Director of Australian Rail Track Corporation since November 2018, Non-Executive Director for Resolution Life Australia since November 2019, Non-Executive Director for Retirement Benefit Fund Pty Limited from November 2021, and Chair of the Board of Taxation, an independent advisory board that advises the Federal Treasurer and the Assistant Treasurer on Australia’s taxation system since March 2020. Mrs Garnon’s not for profit and volunteer roles include Non-Executive Director for The Smith Family since February 2019, Deputy Chair of the Australia Council for the Arts from August 2021, Non-Executive Director for Venues NSW since March 2021, and Non-Executive Director for Women Corporate Directors since 2012. Brigadier General Stephen Cheney BS, MS. Appointed as an independent Non-Executive Director of the Company since April 2015. BG Cheney is a member of the Audit, Nomination and Remuneration, and Risk Committees. Skills and Experience: BG Cheney is the former Inspector General of the Marine Corps and Commanding General of Parris Island Marine Base. He is also the former Deputy Executive Secretary to US Defence Secretary Dick Cheney under President George H.W. Bush. General Cheney was a member of Secretary of State John Kerry’s Foreign Affairs Policy Board and is the President Emeritus of the Washington D.C. based 501(c)(3) policy group American Security Project as well as President of their 501(c)(4) company The American Security Action Fund. Current External Appointments: Appointed President Emeritus of the American Security Project in April 2022 and remains a board member there. Appointed member of the Advisory Board of Workstorm, LLC in June 2022. ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 6 DIRECTORS’ REPORT Mr Simon Moore BCom, LLB. Appointed as an independent Non-Executive Director January 2020 and is currently Chair of the Audit Committee and a member of the Nomination and Remuneration and Risk Committees. Skills and Experience: Mr Moore is the Senior Partner of the investment firm, Colinton Capital Partners. Prior to establishing Colinton Capital Partners in 2017, Mr Moore was a Global Partner of The Carlyle Group having established their operation in Australia in 2005. In his time at The Carlyle Group, he oversaw the Firm’s investments in and served on the Boards of Directors of Coates Hire, Healthscope and Qube. Current External Appointments: Deputy Chair for AMA Group since November 2018. Dr Paul H. Stenson BSc, PhD. Appointed as an independent Non-Executive Director June 2020. Dr Stenson is the chair of the Risk Committee and a member of the Audit Committee. Skills and Experience: Dr Stenson has a distinguished career with the research, development, manufacture, and commercialisation of new materials in the fields of coatings, adhesives, nonwovens, and pharmaceuticals. Dr Stenson has been President and CEO of StanChem Inc. since January 2018. StanChem Inc. comprises two companies – StanChem Polymers which is a manufacturer of water-based polymers for the coatings and adhesives industries, and Albi Protective Coatings which focuses on the specialty sector of fire protective intumescent paints and specialty high performance industrial coatings. Prior to joining StanChem in 2017, Dr Stenson worked as a global technology director at Axalta Coating Systems. Between 2011 and 2016, Dr Stenson was the executive vice president of technology and product development at Ahlstrom for nonwoven and specialty high performance paper products. Prior to joining Ahlstrom, Dr Stenson was the vice president of technology for industrial and packaging coatings at Valspar based in Minneapolis and Zurich, Switzerland from 1993 until 2011. Dr Stenson is also the chairman of TopChem Pharmaceuticals (Ireland) which is a manufacturer of active pharmaceutical ingredients. Current External Appointments: Director for TopChem Pharmaceuticals (Ireland) Limited since January 2005, and a Director for StanChem Holdings, LLC. since July 2017. Mr Carl Dennis BCom. Appointed as an independent Non-Executive Director from September 2021 and is currently Chair of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee. Skills and Experience: Mr Dennis is an operational management professional with over 25 years of experience with expertise in Consumer and Pharmaceutical Goods. As a former CEO and commercial director, Mr Dennis has deep skills in new product development, sales and marketing, international brand management and operational execution. Mr Dennis was the CEO and co-owner of Vital Merchandising Services for 11 years which was acquired by Imperial Logistics Limited in 2007, and he went on to hold both operational and business development roles with Imperial Logistics is part of DP World Group. Throughout his career, his clients have included Blue Chip FMCG organisations with globally recognised brands. Over the past five years Mr Dennis has focused on creating new markets for international Australian consumer brands across Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. Current External Appointments: None. Dr Robert Brookins PhD, M.A.E. BA, BSc. Appointed as Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director in July 2018. Skills and Experience: Dr Brookins has more than 15 years of experience in organic synthesis and materials chemistry. He received his PhD from the University of Florida in the areas of synthesis and characterisation of conjugated polyelectrolytes and polymers with an emphasis on developing new polymerisation methods. Upon completion of his PhD, he worked at the US Air Force Research Laboratory at Tyndall AFB, FL where he developed decontamination methods for chemical and biological threats and developed novel synthetic routes for reactive and functional surfaces. In 2010, Dr Brookins joined Alexium where he and his team pioneered new classes of flame-retardants for key textile markets. Additionally, his research focuses on phase change materials, particularly novel application methods and analytical tools. Dr Brookins has been instrumental in the research and development of the Company’s innovative technologies. Dr Brookins led the development and commercialisation of Alexium’s phase change material (PCM) platform technologies and the Alexicool® product line, which is the foundation of the Company’s success in the bedding and top-of-bed markets. Dr Brookins has, during his time with the Company, been involved in multiple facets of the business, including working with customers on product design and marketing, analysing markets to assess opportunities, and planning for logistics and supply-chain management. In addition, Dr Brookins co-invented Alexium’s flame-retardant (FR) technologies for military uniforms and formaldehyde-free, flame-retardant products for cotton-based materials. Dr Brookins has been immersed in the operations and strategy of the business and has gained significant experience working within the senior leadership team of the Company. Current External Appointments: None. ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 7 DIRECTORS’ REPORT Company Secretary Mr Mark Licciardo founded Mertons Corporate Services in 2007. Mertons is now part of Acclime Australia and is responsible for Acclime Australia’s Listed Services Division. Mr Licciardo was appointed as Company Secretary effective 01 March 2020. Mr Licciardo is an ASX-experienced director and chair of public and private companies, with expertise in the listed investment, infrastructure, biotechnology, and digital sectors. He currently serves as a director on several Australian company boards as well as foreign-controlled entities and private companies. Meetings of Directors Directors’ attendance at scheduled Board and committee meetings during the reporting period: Directors Mrs Garnon Mr Cheney Mr Moore Dr Stenson Mr Dennis Dr Brookins Board 16/16 16/16 16/16 16/16 13/14 16/16 Audit - 4/4 4/4 3/4 - - Risk 1/2 2/2 2/2 2/2 - - Remuneration & Nomination 3/3 3/3 3/3 - 2/2 - In addition to the above, the board and committees meet regularly on an informal basis. ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 8 DIRECTORS’ REPORT - REMUNERATION REPORT REMUNERATION REPORT – AUDITED The information provided in this Remuneration Report has been audited as required under section 308(3C) of the Corporations Act (Cth). A. Key Management Personnel (‘KMP’) For the purposes of this report, personnel deemed KMP at any time during the reporting period are: Name Mrs Rosheen Garnon BG Stephen Cheney Mr Simon Moore Dr Paul Stenson Mr Carl Dennis Dr Robert Brookins Mr Jason Lewis B. Remuneration Policy Position Appointed Resigned Non-Executive Chair Non-Executive Director Non-Executive Director Non-Executive Director Non-Executive Director Chief Executive Officer Chief Financial Officer - - - - September 2021 - - - - - - - - - The objective of the Company’s remuneration framework is to ensure reward for performance is competitive, appropriate for the stage of development of the Company and the results delivered and to attract and retain suitably qualified and experienced candidates. The Remuneration and Nomination Committee continuously monitors the remuneration framework with a goal of ensuring that remuneration is aligned with performance and the creation of value for shareholders. The Company’s remuneration framework aims to ensure that: • • • • • Rewards reflect the competitive global market in which the Company operates; Incentive remuneration is linked to KPI’s, which are designed to encourage behaviours that are short, medium and long term in nature; Rewards to executives are linked to the creation of value to shareholders; Executives are rewarded for both financial and non-financial performance; and Remuneration arrangements ensure equity between executives and facilitate the deployment of human resources. The Board seeks independent advice on remuneration policies and practices. In accordance with best practice corporate governance, the structure of Non-Executive and Executive remuneration is separate and distinct. Remuneration Committee responsibilities are carried out by Mr Dennis (Chair) Brigadier General Cheney, Mr Moore, and Mrs Garnon. Non-Executive Director Remuneration Policy Fees and payments to the Non-Executive Directors reflect the demands which are made on and the responsibilities of the Directors. The Non- Executive Director’s fees and payments are reviewed by the Remuneration Committee to ensure they are appropriate and in line with the market. Non-Executive Directors receive a fixed fee for service. The Non-Executive Directors’ fees are determined within an aggregate directors’ fee pool limit, which is periodically recommended for approval by shareholders. The maximum currently stands at $375,000 per fiscal year and was approved by shareholders at the 2016 Annual General Meeting. No retirement benefits are provided other than compulsory superannuation where applicable. Executive Remuneration Policy The Company’s Managing Director and Executives remuneration packages contain the following key elements: • Primary benefits – base salary, short-term incentives, post-employment contributions and medical benefit plan for US based executives. • Long term incentives – performance rights and share appreciation rights under the Company’s Performance Rights Plan and Share Appreciation Rights Share Plan. External remuneration information provides benchmark information to ensure remuneration is set to reflect the market for a comparable role. Base fees are reviewed annually to ensure the level is competitive with the market. There is no guaranteed salary increase included. C. Consequence on Shareholder Wealth In considering the performance of the Company and the benefits for shareholder wealth, the Remuneration Committee has considered a range of indicators in respect to senior executive remuneration and has linked these to the previously described short- and long-term incentives. The following table presents these indicators over the past five financial years: 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 Net profit/ (loss) Dividends declared Share price as at 30 June (A$) EPS (cents) (3,360,271) Nil 0.024 (0.52) (1,445,319) Nil 0.049 (0.23) (6,125,476) Nil 0.060 (1.26) (6,939,521) Nil 0.155 (2.01) (3,691,119) Nil 0.120 (1.22) ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 9 DIRECTORS’ REPORT - REMUNERATION REPORT D. Details of Remuneration Short-term benefits Share-based payments Other Benefits Salary and fees Non- monetary benefits Short-term incentives(1) Performance rights(2) Share appreciation rights(3) Shares in lieu of salary(4) Super- annuation Termination benefits Total Performance based % of Total 2022 Non-Executive Directors Mrs Garnon BGen Cheney Mr Moore Dr Stenson Mr Dennis Total 90,951 65,000 70,024 70,000 33,750 329,725 - - - - - - Managing Director Dr Brookins 315,000 13,666 Executive Mr Lewis Total 265,000 909,725 13,666 27,332 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 11,250 11,250 9,088 - - - - 9,088 4,682 128,625 - - 3,151 7,833 108,208 236,833 - 11,250 - 9,088 - - - - - - - - - 100,039 65,000 70,024 70,000 45,000 350,063 - - - - - 461,973 28.9% 390,025 1,202,061 28.6% (1) Short-term incentive plan (“STI”) is paid in cash for the achievement of a range of financial and non-financial performance criteria based on corporate objectives: • • • Financial – revenue growth and EBITDA; Non-Financial – numerous and distinct key performance goals approved by the board each having its own weight of the total bonus targets FY 22 STIs forfeited due to not meeting performance criteria are: Dr Brookins – 100% a. b. Mr Lewis – 100% provide an incentive and to reward, retain and motivate participants. recognise the abilities, efforts, and contributions of participants to the performance and success of the Group; and provide participants with the opportunity to acquire or increase their ownership interest in the Group. (2) Long term incentive plans (“LTI”) are provided with the objectives to: • • • (3) See F. Share Based Compensation section for detail on long-term incentives. Issuance of shares will occur only when all vesting conditions are met. (4) Shares in lieu of salary to directors were approved by shareholder at the 2021 AGM held on 15 October 2021. There are no performance conditions related to these shares. In addition to the expense amounts shown above in the amount of $11,250, there is a prepayment of $2,250 for shares issued in advance and held in escrow for Mr. Dennis. Short-term benefits Share-based payments Other Benefits Salary and fees Non- monetary benefits Short-term incentives(1) Performance rights (2) Share appreciation rights(3) Shares in lieu of salary (4) Super- annuation Termination benefits Total Performance based % of Total 2021 Non-Executive Directors Mrs Garnon BGen Cheney Mr Moore Dr Stenson Total Managing Director Dr Brookins Executives Mr Lewis Mr Reihman Total Executives Total 59,101 50,500 69,825 70,000 249,426 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 30,681 19,500 - - 50,181 8,675 - - - 8,675 315,000 14,378 23,625 42,767 55,125 - - - - - - - - 98,457 70,000 69,825 70,000 308,283 - - - - 450,895 15.7% 265,000 97,044 362,044 926,470 14,378 6,120 20,498 34,876 39,750 - 39,750 63,375 23,738 - 23,738 66,505 46,375 - 46,375 101,500 - - - 50,181 - - - 8,675 - 116,500 116,500 116,500 389,241 219,664 608,905 1,368,082 12.4% 11.3% (1) Short-term incentive plan (“STI”) is paid in cash for the achievement of a range of financial and non-financial performance criteria based on corporate objectives: • Financial – revenue growth and EBITDA; • Non-Financial – numerous and distinct key performance goals approved by the board each having its own weight of the total bonus targets FY 21 STIs forfeited due to not meeting performance criteria are: Dr Brookins – 75% a. b. Mr Lewis – 50% (2) Long term incentive plans (“LTI”) are provided with the objectives to: • provide an incentive and to reward, retain and motivate participants. • recognise the abilities, efforts, and contributions of participants to the performance and success of the Group; and • provide participants with the opportunity to acquire or increase their ownership interest in the Group. (3) See F. Share Based Compensation section for detail on long term incentives. Issuance of shares will occur only when all vesting conditions are met (4) Shares in lieu of salary to directors were approved by shareholder at the 2020 AGM held 13 November 2020. There are no performance conditions related to these shares ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 10 DIRECTORS’ REPORT - REMUNERATION REPORT E. Service Agreements On appointment, the Non-Executive Directors enter into an agreement with the Company in the form of a letter of appointment. The letter outlines the Board’s policies and terms, including remuneration relevant to the office of director. Non-Executive directors are compensated for their contributions to the board and any committees they lead or serve. These agreements can be terminated without cause by either party at any time. The Company has also entered into service agreements with executives, which contain standard terms and conditions for agreements of this nature, including confidentiality, restraint on competition and intellectual property provisions. These agreements may be terminated with six months’ notice by either party, or earlier in the event of certain breaches of the terms and conditions. The Company may at its sole discretion terminate the employment without cause by giving six months written notice or making a payment of six months’ salary in lieu of notice. Remuneration is reviewed annually and approved by the Board of Directors and includes potential short-term and long-term incentive opportunities as well as salary and other benefits. F. Share-based Compensation Performance Rights Performance rights vest, subject to continued employment, in equal amounts annually over three years. The valuation of performance rights granted and vested to KMP is detailed below: 2022 2021 Granted ($) Vested ($) Forfeited ($) Granted ($) Vested ($) Forfeited ($) Managing Director Dr Brookins Executives Mr Lewis Mr Reihman Total Executives Total KMP - - - - - 4,682 3,151 - 3,151 7,833 - - - - - - - - - - 42,767 - 23,738 - 23,738 66,505 - (24,841) (24,841) (24,841) The number of performance rights held during the reporting periods to KMP including their personally related parties is set out below: 2022 Managing Director Dr Brookins Executive Mr Lewis Total KMP 2021 Managing Director Dr Brookins Executives Mr Lewis Mr Reihman Total Executives Total KMP Balance at start of year Granted Vested & Issued Forfeited Balance at end of year Vested-not issued 610,763 367,115 977,878 1,081,976 640,313 583,880 1,224,193 2,306,169 - - - - - - - - (471,211) (273,196) (744,407) (471,213) - - - - 139,552 139,552 93,919 233,471 93,919 233,471 610,763 471,211 (273,198) (250,652) (523,850) (995,063) - (333,228) (333,228) (333,228) 367,115 - 367,115 977,878 273,196 - 273,196 744,407 ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 11 DIRECTORS’ REPORT - REMUNERATION REPORT Share Appreciation Rights The number of share appreciation rights held during the reporting periods by KMPs, including their personally related parties, is set out below: 2022 Managing Director Dr Brookins Executive Mr Lewis Total KMP 2021 Managing Director Dr Brookins Executive Mr Lewis Total KMP Dr Brookins, CEO and MD 2022 2021 Total Mr Lewis, CFO 2022 2021 Total Balance at start of year Granted Balance at end of year 6,505,703 6,871,445 13,377,148 5,473,052 11,978,755 5,780,740 12,652,185 11,253,792 24,630,940 - - - 6,505,703 6,505,703 5,473,052 11,978,755 5,473,052 11,978,755 Grant date Vesting date Expiry date Opening price Closing price FV at grant SARs granted Current year expense 23-Sep-21 23-Sep-20 23-Sep-24 23-Sep-23 23-Sep-26 23-Sep-25 A$0.076 A$0.071 A$0.148 A$0.139 A$0.044 A$0.048 23-Sep-21 23-Sep-20 23-Sep-24 23-Sep-23 23-Sep-26 23-Sep-25 A$0.076 A$0.071 A$0.148 A$0.139 A$0.044 A$0.048 6,871,445 6,505,703 13,377,148 55,125 73,500 128,625 5,780,740 5,473,052 11,253,792 46,375 61,833 108,208 In the prior period, a share appreciation rights plan (“SAR”) was adopted and approved by the Directors. The expense is recognised over the vesting period based on the originally calculated Monte Carlo option valuation model value. Providing the vesting conditions are met, the plan entitles an employee to a payment of an amount which is calculated based on the increase in value, over a three-year period, of a stated number of shares. Vesting Conditions: (a) 25% compounded annual growth rate (“CAGR”) on the opening share price over of a three-year term. Opening price is determined as the 20-day volume weighted average price (“VWAP”) from the lodgement of the annual report. Fully vested target price is defined as the 20-day VWAP from lodgement of the annual report three years after. Partial vesting begins at 10% CAGR and pays 33% of the total SAR grants. CAGR achieved between 10% and 25% vest SAR grants on a linear scale between 33% and 100%. Continued employment through the vesting date. (b) Vested Rights: (a) (b) Participants are entitled to the amount by which the closing share price exceeds the opening share price. Shares will be issued in the amount equal to the value in (a) divided by the share closing share price. Options: No options were granted to KMPs during the reportable financial years. The movement in the number of options held by KMPs, including their personally related parties, are set out below: BGen Cheney 2022 2021 Balance at start of year - 750,000 Granted Exercised Expired Balance at end of year Vested and exercisable - - - - - (750,000) - - - - ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 12 DIRECTORS’ REPORT - REMUNERATION REPORT Shares: The value of shares issued or agreed to be issued in lieu of salary during the year was $13,500 (2021: $50,181) which was calculated based on an issue price based on the 14-day volume weighted average closing share price for the period of 1 July 2021 through 20 July 2021 of A$0.0496 and was approved at the 2021 Annual General Meeting on 17 November 2021. 2022 Non-Executive Directors Mrs Garnon BGen Cheney Mr Moore Mr Dennis Total Non-Executive Directors Managing Director Dr Brookins Executive Mr Lewis Total KMP 2021 Non-Executive Directors Mrs Garnon BGen Cheney Mr Moore Total Non-Executive Directors Managing Director Dr Brookins Executives Mr Lewis Mr Reihman Total Executives Total KMP Balance at start of year Granted as remuneration in lieu of salary Granted as remuneration in lieu of salary Not yet issued Received on conversion of performance rights 2,783,458 863,929 76,145,234 - 79,792,621 270,212 175,638 - 364,536 810,386 5,190,875 - 452,475 85,435,971 - 810,386 - - - - - - - - Other changes(1) Balance at end of year - - - - - 272,727 (190,653) 3,006,097 - 3,088,171 3,326,397 848,914 79,151,331 364,536 83,691,178 471,211 (539,000) 5,123,086 273,196 744,407 - 2,549,171 725,671 89,539,935 Balance at start of year Granted as remuneration in lieu of salary Granted as remuneration in lieu of salary Not yet issued Received on conversion of performance rights 2,206,170 422,248 71,145,234 73,773,652 828,185 538,620 - 1,366,805 (148,676) (96,939) - (245,615) Other changes (1) Balance at end of year - - - - (102,221) - 5,000,000 4,897,779 2,783,458 863,929 76,145,234 79,792,621 4,719,662 - - 471,213 - 5,190,875 179,277 168,072 347,349 78,840,663 - - - 1,366,805 - - - (245,615) 273,198 250,652 523,850 995,063 - - - 4,897,779 452,475 418,724 871,199 85,854,695 (1) Other changes include, amongst other movements, open market transactions. G. Additional Disclosures Relating to KMP The interests of the Directors and other KMP of the Company in the shares and options is set out below: Non-Executive Directors Mrs Garnon BGen Cheney Mr Moore Mr Dennis Total Directors Managing Director Dr Brookins Executive Mr Lewis Total Directors and Executives H. Loans to KMP No. of ordinary shares No. of performance rights No. of share appreciation rights 3,326,397 848,914 79,151,331 364,536 83,691,178 - - - - - - - - - - 5,123,086 139,552 13,377,148 725,671 89,539,935 93,919 233,471 11,253,792 24,630,940 There are no loans currently provided to KMP of the Company. THIS IS THE END OF THE AUDITED REMUNERATION REPORT ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 13 DIRECTORS’ REPORT SHARES UNDER OPTION/WARRANT As at the date of this report there were 3,829,787 unlisted options and warrants (2021: 3,829,787). Details of these options are as follows: Date Options Granted 31-Dec-19 Expiry Date 29-Mar-23 Exercise price of shares A$ 0.06 No. under options 3,829,787 No option/warrant holder has any right under the options/warrants to participate in any other share issue of the Company or any other entity. The options/warrants are exercisable at any time after vesting and on or before the expiry date. Refer to Note 16(f) for details of the movements of the options during the year and ASX announcements for options exercised after the year end and to the date of this report. INSURANCE OF OFFICERS During the reporting period, the Company paid a premium in respect to a contract insuring the Directors and Officers of the Company against potential liabilities incurred as a director or officer to the extent permitted by the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth). Due to a confidentiality clause in the policy, the amount of the premium has not been disclosed. The potential liabilities insured against are legal costs that may be incurred in defending civil or criminal proceedings that may be brought against the officers in their capacity as officers of the Company, and any other payments arising from liabilities incurred by the officers in connection with such proceedings, other than where such liabilities arise out of conduct involving a willful breach of duty by the officers or the improper use by the officers of their position or of information to gain advantage for themselves or someone else or to cause detriment to the Company. It is not possible to apportion the premium between amounts relating to the insurance against legal costs and those relating to other liabilities. PROCEEDINGS ON BEHALF OF THE COMPANY No person has applied to the Court under section 237 of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) for leave to bring proceedings on behalf of the economic entity, or to intervene in any proceedings to which the entity is a party, for the purpose of taking responsibility on behalf of the entity for all or part of those proceedings. No proceedings have been brought or intervened in or on behalf of the entity with leave of the Court under section 237 of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth). ROUNDING OFF AMOUNTS Amounts in the financial statements and Directors’ report are presented in US dollars and all values are rounded to the nearest dollar, unless otherwise stated. INDEMNITY OF AUDITORS The Company has agreed to indemnify their auditors, Grant Thornton Audit Pty Ltd, to the extent permitted by law, against any claim by a third party arising from the Company’s breach of their agreement. The indemnity stipulates that Alexium will meet the full amount of any such liabilities including a reasonable amount of legal costs. NON-AUDIT SERVICES There were no non-audit services provided by the Company’s auditor, Grant Thornton Audit Pty Ltd in the current financial year. AUDITOR’S INDEPENDENCE DECLARATION A copy of the auditor’s independence declaration as required under section 307C of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) is attached. This report is made in accordance with a resolution of the Directors. Rosheen Garnon Chair Dated 26 August 2022 ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 14 DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 15 CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF PROFIT OR LOSS AND OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 June 2022 Revenue Cost of sales Gross Profit Other Income Administrative expenses Sales and marketing expenses Research and development costs Impairment of Intangibles Other expenses Operating expenses Loss before finance costs Interest expense Gain/ (Loss) on embedded derivative Interest earned Total finance costs Loss before tax Tax expense Loss for the year after tax Other comprehensive income - Exchange differences on translation of foreign operations which may subsequently be reclassified to profit or loss Total comprehensive loss for the year Loss for the year attributable to members of the group Total comprehensive loss for the year attributable to members of the group Note 3 3 4 5 12 15 3 7 2022 US$ 8,174,937 (4,845,222) 3,329,715 2021 US$ 7,276,399 (4,634,492) 2,641,907 - 921,315 (3,365,866) (846,727) (1,177,513) (1,026,377) (187,704) (6,604,186) (3,388,087) (1,058,579) (814,220) - (116,287) (5,377,173) (3,274,471) (1,813,951) (776,042) 688,060 2,182 (85,800) (3,360,271) - (681,865) 1,043,912 6,585 368,632 (1,445,319) - (3,360,271) (1,445,319) 276,138 (3,084,133) (3,360,271) (3,084,133) (233,646) (1,678,965) (1,445,319) (1,678,965) Basic and diluted loss per share (cents) 8 (0.52) (0.23) This consolidated statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes to the financial statement. ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 16 CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION AS AT 30 June 2022 Current Assets Cash and cash equivalents Trade and other receivables Inventories Other current assets Total Current Assets Non-Current Assets Other financial assets Property, plant and equipment Intangible assets Right of use asset Total Non-Current Assets Total Assets Current Liabilities Trade and other payables Lease liabilities Borrowings Total Current Liabilities Non-Current Liabilities Borrowings Derivative liability Lease liabilities Total Non-Current Liabilities Total Liabilities Net Assets Equity Contributed equity Reserves Accumulated losses Total Equity Note 18 9 10 11 12 11 13 14 15(b) 15(a) 15(c) 14 16 2022 US$ 1,027,095 579,052 1,599,220 90,504 3,295,871 16,672 967,589 1,569,167 574,606 3,128,034 6,423,905 816,422 118,253 178,626 1,113,301 2,815,195 182,452 737,273 3,734,920 4,848,222 1,575,683 2021 US$ 2,932,673 1,367,592 1,224,090 74,843 5,599,198 17,681 1,055,780 2,961,411 846,106 4,880,978 10,480,176 1,892,523 81,221 - 1,973,744 2,510,345 949,126 868,564 4,328,035 6,301,779 4,178,397 66,523,851 (1,195,699) (63,752,468) 1,575,683 66,265,398 (1,694,804) (60,392,197) 4,178,397 This consolidated statement of financial position should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes to the financial statement. ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 17 CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY AS AT 30 June 2022 Contributed Equity $ 66,265,398 Options & Warrants Reserve $ 83,934 Performance Rights Reserve $ 221,783 Foreign Currency Translation Reserve $ (2,000,521) Consolidated Accumulated Losses $ (60,392,197) Total $ 4,178,397 - - - - 276,138 276,138 (3,360,271) - (3,360,271) (3,360,271) 276,138 (3,084,133) Balance at 1 July 2021 Loss for the period Foreign currency translation Total comprehensive income / (loss) Transactions with owners in their capacity as owners: Capital raising costs Share appreciation rights expense Performance rights expense Performance rights exercised Share-based payments in lieu of salary Share-based payments for services Balance at 30 June 2022 - - - (4,284) - - 79,907 38,250 144,580 66,523,851 - - - - - - - - - 83,934 - 293,799 9,075 (79,907) - - 444,750 - - - - - - (1,724,383) - - - - - - (63,752,468) Balance at 1 July 2020 65,943,807 726,070 113,569 (1,766,875) (59,589,014) Loss for the period Foreign currency translation Total comprehensive income / (loss) Transactions with owners in their capacity as owners: Expiration of outstanding options Capital raising costs Share appreciation rights expense Performance rights issued Performance rights exercised Share-based payments in lieu of salary Share-based payments for services Balance at 30 June 2021 - - - - - - - - - - (233,646) (233,646) (1,445,319) - (1,445,319) (17,364) - - 113,569 74,250 151,136 66,265,398 (642,136) - - - - - - 83,934 - - 141,876 79,907 (113,569) - - 221,783 - - - - - - - (2,000,521) 642,136 - - - - - - (60,392,197) (4,284.45) 293,799 9,075 - 38,250 144,580 1,575,684 5,427,557 - (1,445,319) (233,646) (1,678,965) - (17,364) 141,876 79,907 - 74,250 151,136 4,178,397 This consolidated statement of changes in equity should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes to the financial statement. ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 18 CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 June 2022 Cash flow from operating activities Receipts from customers and other income Payments to suppliers and employees Interest received Interest and other costs of finance paid Goods & services tax received Net cash flows (used in) operating activities Cash flows from investing activities Purchase of property, plant, and equipment Payments for development costs Proceeds from disposal of property, plant and equipment Net cash flows (used in) investing activities Cash flows provided by financing activities Proceeds from borrowings Transaction costs related to issues of shares Transaction costs related to loans and borrowings Repayment of borrowings Net cash flows (used in) financing activities Net (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents Cash and cash equivalents at end of year Note 2022 US$ 2021 US$ 8,924,204 (10,246,599) 2,167 (275,535) 24,184 (1,571,578) (52,380) (302,437) - (354,817) 251,075 (4,285) (57,768) (114,708) 74,314 (1,852,082) 2,932,673 (53,496) 1,027,095 7,041,916 (8,136,774) 5,586 (330,539) 28,044 (1,391,766) (112,463) (774,033) 4,945 (881,552) 468,427 (2,189) - (143,265) 322,973 (1,950,345) 4,741,251 141,767 2,932,673 18(b) 18(c) 18(a) This consolidated statement of cash flows should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes to the financial statement. ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 19 NOTES ON THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 June 2022 1. CORPORATE INFORMATION The consolidated financial statements of Alexium International Group Limited and its subsidiaries (collectively the “Company”) for the year ended 30 June 2022 were authorised for issue in accordance with a resolution of the directors on 26 August 2022. Alexium International Group Limited (‘Parent’) is a company limited by shares incorporated and domiciled in Australia, whose shares are publicly traded on the Australian Securities Exchange under the ticker AJX. These financial statements include the consolidated financial statements and notes of Alexium International Group Limited and its controlled entities. This financial report, the comparative period within, and all future financial reports, are presented in US Dollars. This presentation aligns the Company’s financial reporting with the nature of the business operations which primarily occur in the United States. The nature of the operations and principal activities of the Company are described in the Directors’ Report. 2. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (a) Basis of preparation These general-purpose financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards, Australian Accounting Interpretations, other authoritative pronouncements of the Australian Accounting Standards Board (“AASB”) and the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth). The Company is a for-profit entity for the purpose of preparing the financial statements. Australian Accounting Standards set out accounting policies that the AASB has concluded would result in financial statements containing relevant and reliable information about transactions, events, and conditions to which they apply. Compliance with Australian Accounting Standards ensures that the financial statements and notes also comply with International Financial Reporting Standards as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board. Material accounting policies adopted in the preparation of the financial statements are presented below. They have been consistently applied unless otherwise stated. The financial statements have been prepared on an accrual basis and are based on historical costs, modified where applicable by the measurement at fair value. (b) New and amended standards adopted by the Company in this financial report There were no new or revised Standards and Interpretations issued by the AASB that were adopted by the Company that are relevant to its operations and effective for the reporting period. (c) Impact of standards issued but not yet applied by the Company Several new standards are effective for annual periods beginning after 1 January 2022 and earlier application is permitted; however, the Company has not early adopted the new or amended standards in preparing these consolidated financial statements. For future reporting purposes, the Company has reviewed the new and amended standards and they are either not applicable to the Company or are not expected to have a significant impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements. (d) Company Accounting Policies Fair Value of Assets and Liabilities The Company measures some of its assets and liabilities at fair value on either a recurring or non-recurring basis, depending on the requirements of the applicable Australian Accounting Standard. Fair value is the price the Company would receive to sell an asset or would have to pay to transfer a liability in an orderly (i.e., unforced) transaction between independent, knowledgeable, and willing market participants at the measurement date. As fair value is a market-based measure, the closest equivalent observable market pricing information is used to determine fair value. Adjustments to market values may be made with regard to the characteristics of the specific asset or liability. The fair values of assets and liabilities that are not traded in an active market are determined using one or more valuation techniques. These valuation techniques maximise, to the extent possible, the use of observable market data. To the extent possible, market information is extracted from either the principal market for the asset or liability (i.e. the market with the greatest volume and level of activity for the asset or liability) or, in the absence of such a market, the most advantageous market available to the entity at the end of the reporting period (i.e. the market that maximises the receipts from the sale of the asset or minimises the payments made to transfer the liability, after taking into account transaction costs and transport costs). For non-financial assets, the fair value measurement also considers a market participant’s ability to use the asset in its highest and best use or to sell it to another market participant that would use the asset in its highest and best use. The fair value of liabilities and the entity's own equity instruments (excluding those related to share-based payment arrangements) may be valued, where there is no observable market price in relation to the transfer of such financial instruments, by reference to observable market information where such instruments are held as assets. Where this information is not available, other valuation techniques are adopted and, where significant, are detailed in the respective note to the financial statements. Valuation techniques In the absence of an active market for an identical asset or liability, the Company selects and uses one or more valuation techniques to measure the fair value of the asset or liability. The Company selects a valuation technique that is appropriate in the circumstances and for which sufficient data is available to measure fair value. The availability of sufficient and relevant data primarily depends on the specific characteristics of the asset or liability being measured. The valuation techniques selected by the Company are consistent with one or more of the following valuation approaches: • Market approach uses prices and other relevant information generated by market transactions for identical or similar assets or liabilities. • Income approach converts estimated future cash flows or income and expenses into a single discounted present value. • Cost approach reflects the current replacement cost of an asset at its current service capacity. ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 20 NOTES ON THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 June 2022 Each valuation technique requires inputs that reflect the assumptions that buyers and sellers would use when pricing the asset or liability, including assumptions about risks. When selecting a valuation technique, the Company gives priority to those techniques that maximise the use of observable inputs and minimise the use of unobservable inputs. Inputs that are developed using market data (such as publicly available information on actual transactions) and reflect the assumptions that buyers and sellers would generally use when pricing the asset or liability are considered observable, whereas inputs for which market data is not available and therefore are developed using the best information available about such assumptions are considered unobservable. Fair value hierarchy AASB 13: Fair value measurement requires the disclosure of fair value information by level of the fair value hierarchy, which categorises fair value measurements into one of three possible levels based on the lowest level that an input that is significant to the measurement can be categorised into as follows: Level 1: Measurements based on quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities that the entity can access at the measurement date. Level 2: Measurements based on inputs other than quoted prices included in Level 1 that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly. Level 3: Measurements based on unobservable inputs for the asset or liability. The fair values of assets and liabilities that are not traded in an active market are determined using one or more valuation techniques. These valuation techniques maximise, to the extent possible, the use of observable market data. If all significant inputs required to measure fair value are observable, the asset or liability is included in Level 2. If one or more significant inputs are not based on observable market data, the asset or liability is included in Level 3. The Company will change the categorisation within the fair value hierarchy only in the following circumstances: • if a market that was previously considered active (Level 1) became inactive (Level 2 or Level 3) or vice versa; or • if significant inputs that were previously unobservable (Level 3) became observable (Level 2) or vice versa. When a change in the categorisation occurs, the Company recognises transfers between levels of the fair value hierarchy (i.e., transfers into and out of each level of the fair value hierarchy) on the date the event or change in circumstances occurred. (e) Principles of Consolidation The consolidated financial statements incorporate all assets, liabilities, and results of the Company. Subsidiaries are entities the parent controls. The parent controls an entity when it is exposed to, or has rights to, variable returns from its involvement with the entity and can affect those returns through its power over the entity. A list of the subsidiaries is provided in Note 21. The assets, liabilities and results of all subsidiaries are fully consolidated into the financial statements of the Company from the date on which control is obtained by the Company. The consolidation of a subsidiary is discontinued from the date that control ceases. Intercompany transactions, balances and unrealised gains or losses on transactions between Company entities are fully eliminated on consolidation. Accounting policies of subsidiaries have been changed and adjustments made where necessary to ensure uniformity of the accounting policies adopted by the Company. Equity interests in a subsidiary not attributable, directly, or indirectly, to the Company are presented as “non-controlling interests". The Company initially recognises non-controlling interests that are present ownership interests in subsidiaries and are entitled to a proportionate share of the subsidiary's net assets on liquidation at either fair value or at the non-controlling interests' proportionate share of the subsidiary's net assets. After initial recognition, non-controlling interests are attributed their share of profit or loss and each component of other comprehensive income. Non- controlling interests are shown separately within the equity section of the statement of financial position and statement of comprehensive income. (f) Foreign currency translation The consolidated financial statements are presented in United States Dollars ($). The functional currency of the Parent is Australian Dollar (A$) and the functional currency of the subsidiary is the US Dollar ($). Transactions in foreign currencies are initially recorded in the functional currency at the exchange rates ruling at the date of the transaction. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are retranslated at the rate of exchange ruling at the reporting date and exchange differences are recognised in profit or loss. Non-monetary items that are measured in terms of historical cost in a foreign currency are translated using the exchange rates as at the date of the initial transaction. Non-monetary items measured at fair value in a foreign currency are translated using the exchange rates at the date when the fair value was determined. All resulting exchange differences are recognised in other comprehensive income. As at the reporting date the assets and liabilities of these subsidiaries are translated into the presentation currency at the rate of exchange ruling at the reporting date and the statement of comprehensive income is translated at the weighted average exchange rates for the year. All resulting exchange differences are recognised in other comprehensive income. On disposal of a foreign entity, the cumulative exchange differences are reclassified to profit or loss as part of the gain or loss on sale. ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 21 NOTES ON THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 June 2022 (g) Property, plant, and equipment Owned assets Items of property, plant and equipment are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation (see below) and impairment losses. Where parts of an item of property, plant and equipment have different useful lives, they are accounted for as separate items. Leased assets The Company recognises all lease liabilities and corresponding right of use assets, except for short-term (12 months or less) and low value leases, on the balance sheet. The assets and liabilities are initially measured at the present value of future lease payments using the Company’s incremental borrowing rate unless the interest rate implicit in the lease can be readily determined. The Company recognises depreciation of leased assets and interest on lease liabilities over the term of the lease. Subsequent costs The Company recognises in the carrying amount of an item of property, plant, and equipment the cost of replacing part of such an item when that cost is incurred if it is probable that the future economic benefits embodied within the item will flow to the consolidated entity and the cost of the item can be measured reliably. All other costs are recognised in profit or loss as an expense as incurred. Depreciation Depreciation is charged to profit or loss on a straight-line basis over the estimated useful lives of each asset. The estimated useful lives in the current and comparative years are as follows: Asset Type Computer equipment Machinery and equipment Furniture, fixtures, and office equipment Leased plant and equipment Years 3 years 3 to 15 years 3 to 10 years Shorter of the lease term or the useful life The residual value, the useful life and the depreciation method applied to an asset are reassessed at least annually. (h) Intangible assets Acquired intangible assets Intangible assets acquired separately are capitalised at cost. Following initial recognition, the cost model is applied to the class of intangible assets whereby capitalised costs are amortised on a straight-line basis over their estimated useful lives, which is considered five years, as these assets are considered finite. Other intangible assets that are acquired by the Company are stated at cost less accumulated amortisation and impairment losses. Internally Generated Intangible Assets Expenditures on internally generated goodwill and brands are recognised in the statement of comprehensive income as an expense as incurred. Expenditures on the research phase of projects to develop new specialty chemicals are recognised as an expense as incurred. Costs that are directly attributable to a project’s development phase are recognised as intangible assets, provided they meet the following recognition requirements: • Development costs can be measured reliably; • Project is technically and commercially feasible; • The Company intends to and has sufficient resources to complete the project; • The Company has the ability to use or sell the asset; and • The asset will generate probable future economic benefits. Costs directly attributable to capitalised development include employee expenses incurred on technology development, external testing fees, and product trial costs. Costs not meeting these criteria are expensed as incurred. The ultimate recoupment of costs carried forward for capitalised development is dependent on the successful development and commercialisation of the Company’s technology. Any internally generated asset that is not yet complete or not fully amortised is subject to impairment testing. Subsequent expenditure Subsequent expenditure on capitalised intangible assets is capitalised only when it increases the future economic benefits embodied in the specific asset to which it relates. All other expenditures are expensed as incurred. Amortisation Goodwill and intangible assets with an indefinite life are systematically tested for impairment at each annual reporting date. Capitalised development costs, patents, and trademarks with a finite life are amortised based on estimated future economic life. The useful life of ready for use development assets is estimated at five years. Amortisation charges are included as an expense in the consolidated statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income. Gains or losses arising from derecognition of an intangible asset are measured as the difference between the net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset and are recognised as profit or loss. Intangible assets useful lives are assessed as either finite or indefinite. Amortisation is charged on assets with finite lives with the expense taken into profit or loss. Intangible assets are tested for impairment where an indicator of impairment exists. Amortisation methods, useful lives and residual values are reviewed at each financial year-end and adjusted accordingly. ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 22 NOTES ON THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 June 2022 (i) Impairment of assets At each reporting date, the Company assesses whether there is any indication that an asset may be impaired. Where an indicator of impairment exists, the Company makes a formal estimate of the recoverable amount or fully impairs the asset to Nil based on conservatism and an assessment of market value on the assumption no changes are made to the asset. Where the carrying amount of an asset exceeds its recoverable amount the asset is considered impaired and is written down to its recoverable amount to profit or loss. Recoverable amount is the greater of fair value less costs to sell and value in use. It is determined for an individual asset, unless the asset’s value in use cannot be estimated to be close to its fair value less cost to sell and it does not generate cash inflows that are largely independent of those from other assets or groups of assets, in which case, the recoverable amount is determined for the cash-generating unit to which the asset belongs. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset. (j) Trade and other receivables Trade receivables are recognised and carried at original invoice amount less any expected credit losses (ECL) determined under the simplified approach to accounting for trade and other receivables as detailed in AASB 9. These are the expected shortfalls in contractual cash flows, considering the potential for default at any point during the life of the financial instrument. In calculating, the Group uses its historical experience, external indicators, and forward-looking information to calculate the expected credit losses. The Group assesses impairment of trade receivables on a collective basis as they possess shared credit risk characteristics. They have been grouped based on the days past due. (k) Determination and presentation of operating segments For management purposes, the Company is organised into one main operating segment which involves the development and commercialisation of its proprietary flame-retardant and phase change material technologies and selling its specialised chemistry to customers. All Company activities are interrelated, and discrete financial information is reported to the Chief Executive Officer as a single segment. Accordingly, all significant operating decisions are based upon analysis of the Company as one segment. The Company applies AASB 8 Operating Segments that requires a ‘management approach’ of reporting segment information on the same basis as that used for internal reporting purposes. An operating segment is a component of the Company that engages in business activities from which it may earn revenues and incur expenses, including revenues and expenses that relate to transactions with any of the Company’s other components. An operating segment’s results are reviewed regularly by the Board to make decisions about resources to be allocated to the segment and assess its performance, and for which discrete financial information is available. The Board considers the business from both a product and a geographical perspective and takes the view that the Company operates under a single operating segment. (l) Cash and cash equivalents Cash and short-term deposits in the balance sheet comprise cash on hand and short-term deposits. For the purposes of the Statement of Cash Flows, cash and cash equivalents consist of cash and cash equivalents as defined above, net of outstanding bank overdrafts. (m) Financial instruments Recognition and derecognition Financial assets and financial liabilities are recognised when the Company becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the financial instrument. Financial assets are derecognised when the contractual rights to the cash flows from the financial asset expire, or when the financial asset and substantially all the risks and rewards are transferred. A financial liability is derecognised when it is extinguished, discharged, cancelled or expires. Classification and initial measurement of financial assets Except for those trade receivables that do not contain a significant financing component and are measured at the transaction price in accordance with AASB 15, all financial assets are initially measured at fair value adjusted for transaction costs (where applicable). Financial assets, other than those designated and effective as hedging instruments, are classified into the following categories: • amortised cost • fair value through profit or loss (FVTPL) • fair value through other comprehensive income (FVOCI). All income and expenses relating to financial assets that are recognised in profit or loss are presented within finance costs, finance income or other financial items, except for impairment of trade receivables which is presented within other expenses. Financial assets at amortised cost Financial assets are measured at amortised cost if the assets meet the following conditions (and are not designated as FVTPL): • they are held within a business model whose objective is to hold the financial assets and collect its contractual cash flows • their contractual terms give rise to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding After initial recognition, these are measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method. Discounting is omitted where the effect of discounting is immaterial. The Company’s cash and cash equivalents, trade and most other receivables fall into this category of financial instruments. Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss (FVTPL) Financial assets that are held within a different business model other than ‘hold to collect’ or ‘hold to collect and sell’ are categorised at fair value through profit and loss. Further, irrespective of business model financial assets whose contractual cash flows are not solely payments of principal ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 23 NOTES ON THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 June 2022 and interest, all financial assets in the periods presented are accounted for at FVTPL. All derivative financial instruments fall into this category, except for those designated and effective as hedging instruments, for which the hedge accounting requirements apply (see below). Assets in this category are measured at fair value with gains or losses recognised in profit or loss. The fair values of financial assets in this category are determined by reference to active market transactions or using a valuation technique where no active market exists. Financial assets at fair value through other comprehensive income (FVOCI) The Company accounts for financial assets at FVOCI if the assets meet the following conditions: • they are held under a business model whose objective is achieved by both collecting contractual cash flows and selling financial assets • their contractual terms give rise to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding Any gains or losses recognised in other comprehensive income (OCI) will be recycled upon derecognition of the asset. In the periods presented, the Company does not have any financial assets categorised as FVOCI. Impairment of financial assets In accordance with AASB 9, impairment requirements use more forward-looking information to recognise expected credit losses – the expected credit loss (ECL) model. Instruments within the scope of the ECL model included loans and other debt-type financial assets measured at amortised cost and FVOCI, trade receivables, contract assets recognised and measured under AASB 15 and loan commitments and some financial guarantee contracts (for the issuer) that are not measured at fair value through profit or loss. Recognition of credit losses is not dependent on the Company first identifying a credit loss event. Instead, the Company considers a broader range of information when assessing credit risk and measuring expected credit losses, including past events, current conditions, reasonable and supportable forecasts that affect the expected collectability of the future cash flows of the instrument. In applying this forward-looking approach, a distinction is made between: • Financial instruments that have not deteriorated significantly in credit quality since initial recognition or that have low credit risk (‘Stage 1’) • Financial instruments that have deteriorated significantly in credit quality since initial recognition and whose credit risk is not low (‘Stage 2’). ‘Stage 3’ would cover financial assets that have objective evidence of impairment at the reporting date. ‘12-month expected credit losses’ are recognised for the first category (i.e. Stage 1) while ‘lifetime expected credit losses’ are recognised for the second category (i.e. Stage 2). Measurement of the expected credit losses measurement is determined by a probability-weighted estimate of credit losses over the expected life of the instrument. Trade and other receivables and contract assets The Company makes use of a simplified approach in accounting for trade and other receivables as well as contract assets and records the loss allowance as lifetime expected credit losses. These are the expected shortfalls in contractual cash flows, considering the potential for default at any point during the life of the financial instrument. In calculating, the Company uses its historical experience, external indicators, and forward-looking information to calculate the expected credit losses using a provision matrix. The Company assesses impairment of trade receivables on a collective basis as they possess shared credit risk characteristics and they have been grouped based on the days past due. Classification and measurement of financial liabilities The Company’s financial liabilities include borrowings, trade and other payables and derivative financial instruments. Financial liabilities are initially measured at fair value, and, where applicable, adjusted for transaction costs unless the Company designated a financial liability at fair value through profit or loss. Subsequently, financial liabilities are measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method except for derivatives and financial liabilities designated at FVTPL, which are carried subsequently at fair value with gains or losses recognised in profit or loss (other than derivative financial instruments that are designated and effective as hedging instruments). All interest-related charges and, if applicable, changes in an instrument’s fair value that are reported in profit or loss are included within finance costs or finance income. (n) Embedded derivative The Company has issued liability classified embedded derivatives in connection with its convertible debt. An embedded derivative is a component of a hybrid instrument that also includes a non-derivative host contract with the effect that some of the cash flows of the combined instrument vary in a way like a stand-alone derivative. The embedded derivative is separated from the host contract and accounted for as a derivative if the economic characteristics and risks of the embedded derivative are not closely related to the economic characteristics and risks of the host contract. The embedded derivative is measured at fair value with changes in value being recorded in profit or loss. (o) Trade and other payables Trade and other payables are carried at amortised cost. They represent liabilities for goods and services provided to the Company prior to the end of the financial year that are unpaid and arise when the Company becomes obliged to make future payments in respect of the purchase of these goods and services. The amounts are unsecured and are usually paid within 60 days of recognition. (p) Provisions Provisions are recognised when the Company has a present obligation (legal or constructive) because of a past event, it is probable that an outflow of resources embodying economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 24 NOTES ON THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 June 2022 obligation. Where the Company expects some or all of a provision to be reimbursed, for example under an insurance contract, the reimbursement is recognised as a separate asset but only when the reimbursement is virtually certain. The expense relating to any provision is presented in the statement of comprehensive income, net of any reimbursement. Provisions are measured at the estimated expenditure required to settle the present obligation, based on the most reliable evidence available at the reporting date, including the risks and uncertainties associated with the present obligation. Where there are several similar obligations, the likelihood that an outflow will be required in settlement is determined by considering the class of obligations. Provisions are discounted to their present values, where the time value of money is material. (q) Contributed equity Ordinary shares are classified as equity. Incremental costs directly attributable to the issue of new shares or options are shown in equity as a deduction, net of tax, from the proceeds. (r) Revenue recognition In accordance with the standard, revenue is recognised and measured when the entity satisfies a performance obligation by transferring a promised good or service (i.e., an asset) to a customer. The transfer is complete when the “FOB Shipping Point” Incoterms are satisfied at the shipping point which in turn completes the performance obligation. Sale of goods Revenue is recognised at a specific point in time and measured when the entity satisfies a performance obligation by transferring a promised good or service (i.e., an asset) to a customer. AASB 15 - Revenue from Contracts with Customers outlines the accounting requirements for when and how revenue is recognised using one core principle: “Recognise revenue to depict the transfer of promised goods or services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration to which the entity expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods or services. “This is accomplished by using a 5- step recognition process consisting of the following: 1.) 2.) Identify the contract - The Company utilises a set of criteria to clearly identify the existence of contracts with customers, which includes contract approval by both parties, identification of each party’s rights and commitments, determination of payment terms, presence of commercial substance and a probability that the consideration will be collected. Identify the performance obligations - The Company has identified the sole performance obligation of customer contracts to be the complete transfer of the goods to the customer. In accordance with AASB 15, there are no additional goods or services, warranties, repurchase agreements, or public return policies, or other limitations of the seller that would not allow the Company to consider its performance completed at this time of transfer. The Company considers the transfer complete in line with “FOB Shipping Point” Incoterms and recognises the completion of this performance obligation when products are shipped. 3.) Determine the transaction price - The Company considers the transaction price to be the amount of consideration to which it expects to be entitled in exchange for transferring promised goods or services to a customer. As and when a performance obligation is satisfied the Company recognises revenue to the extent of the transaction price allocated to that performance obligation considering the impact of constraints arising from variable consideration. 4.) Allocate the transaction price to separate performance obligations - Given that there is a single performance obligation to each contract, and the price is clearly identified in the contract, the Company allocates the full contract price to the transfer of goods discussed in Step 2, except for combined contracts noted as having variable consideration. 5.) Recognise revenue when each obligation is satisfied - at contract inception the Company has determined that the sole performance obligation is the complete transfer of goods to the customer. The Company must then determine the specific point in time at which it is appropriate to recognise revenue for the contract. AASB 15 states that an entity shall consider indicators of the transfer of control, which include, but are not limited to, the following: • Company has a present right to payment for the asset; • Customer has legal title to the asset; • Company has transferred physical possession of the asset; • Customer has the significant risks and rewards of ownership of the asset; and • Customer has accepted the asset Management recognises that the application of the control criteria requires judgment and there are various factors to consider, as described above. Accordingly, management believes that control is transferred in accordance with the shipping terms, as this is the point in time that the customer obtains legal title, when customer obtains the risk and rewards of ownership, and when the customer has an obligation to pay for the asset. The standard discusses that an entity should consider whether there is any agreement to repurchase the asset transferred to the customer, or a component. This topic is not applicable to the Company as it is not the practice nor discussed in any contracts. Management recognises that contracts and arrangements could change as the Company enters new markets and expands its customer base. Management will continue to monitor any changes to ensure the accounting is in line with the context of AASB 15. Interest and dividends Interest income is recorded when earned based on cash balances. Interest expenses are reported on an accrual basis using the effective interest method. Dividends are recognised at the time the right to receive payment is established. (s) Income and other taxes Deferred income tax is provided on all temporary differences at the statement of financial position date between the tax bases of assets and liabilities ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 25 NOTES ON THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 June 2022 and their carrying amounts for the financial reporting purposes. Deferred income tax liabilities are recognised for all taxable temporary differences: • Except where the deferred income tax liability arises from the initial recognition of an asset or liability in a transaction that is not a business combination and, at the time of the transaction, affects neither the accounting profit nor taxable profit or loss; and • In respect of taxable temporary differences associated with investments in subsidiaries, associates, and interests in joint ventures, except where the timing of the reversal of the temporary differences can be controlled and it is probable that the temporary differences will not reverse in the foreseeable future. Deferred income tax assets are recognised for all deductible temporary differences, carry-forward of unused tax assets and unused tax losses, to the extent that it is probable that taxable profit will be available against which the deductible temporary differences and the carry-forward of unused tax assets and unused tax losses can be utilised: • Except where the deferred income tax asset relating to the deductible temporary differences arises from the initial recognition of an asset or liability in a transaction that is not a business combination and, at the time of the transaction, affects neither the accounting profit nor taxable profit or loss; and • In respect of deductible temporary differences associated with investments in subsidiaries, associates and interests in joint ventures, deferred tax assets are only recognised to the extent that it is probable that the temporary differences will reverse in the foreseeable future and taxable profit will be available against which the temporary differences can be utilised. The carrying amount of deferred income tax assets is reviewed at each statement of financial position date and reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that sufficient taxable profit will be available to allow all or part of the deferred income tax asset to be utilised. Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are measured at the tax rates that are expected to apply in the year when the asset is realised, or the liability is settled, based on tax rates (and tax laws) that have been enacted or substantively enacted at the statement of financial position date. Income taxes relating to items recognised directly in equity are recognised in equity and not in the statement of comprehensive income. Other taxes Revenues, expenses, and assets are recognised net of the amount of GST except: • where the GST incurred on a purchase of goods and services is not recoverable from the taxation authority, in which case the GST is recognised as part of the cost of acquisition of the asset or as part of the expense item as applicable; and • receivables and payables are stated with the amount of GST included. The net amount of GST recoverable from, or payable to, the taxation authority is included as part of receivables or payables in the statement of financial position. Cash flows are included in the Statement of Cash Flows on a gross basis and the GST component of cash flows arising from investing and financing activities, which is recoverable from, or payable to, the taxation authority is classified as operating cash flows. Commitments and contingencies are disclosed net of the amount of GST recoverable from, or payable to, the taxation authority. (t) Earnings per share Basic earnings per share (‘EPS’) is calculated by dividing the net profit attributable to members of the parent entity for the reporting year, after excluding any costs of servicing equity (other than ordinary shares and converting preference shares classified as ordinary shares of EPS calculation purposes), by weighted average number of ordinary shares of the Company. (u) Employee benefits Termination benefits Termination benefits are recognised as an expense when the Company is committed demonstrably, without realistic possibility of withdrawal, to a formal detailed plan to either terminate employment before the normal retirement date, or to provide termination benefits because of an offer made to encourage voluntary redundancy. Termination benefits for voluntary redundancies are recognised as an expense if the Company has made an offer of voluntary redundancy, it is probable that the offer will be accepted, and the number of acceptances can be estimated reliably. If benefits are payable more than 12 months after the reporting date, then they are discounted to their present value. Long-Term Employee Benefits The Company’s liabilities for annual leave are included in other current liabilities. Any adjustments and changes in assumptions are recognised in profit or loss in the periods in which the changes occur. The Company presents employee benefit obligations as current liabilities in the statement of financial position if the Company does not have an unconditional right to defer settlement for at least twelve months after the reporting period, irrespective of when the actual settlement is expected to take place. Short-term employee benefits Short-term employee benefits are benefits, other than termination benefits, that are expected to be settled wholly within twelve (12) months after the end of the period in which the employees render the related service. Examples of such benefits include wages and salaries, non-monetary benefits and accumulated sick leave. Short-term employee benefits are measured at the undiscounted amounts expected to be paid when the liabilities are settled. There are no employee-benefit expenses recognised within cost of sales. Share-based payment transactions The grant-date fair value of share-based payment awards granted to employees is recognised as an employee expense, with a corresponding increase in equity, over the period that the employees unconditionally become entitled to the awards. The amount recognised as an expense is adjusted to reflect the number of awards for which the related service and non-market vesting conditions are expected to be met, such that the amount ultimately recognised as an expense is based on the number of awards that meet the related service and non-market performance conditions at the vesting date. For share-based payment awards with non-vesting conditions, the grant date fair value of the share-based payment is measured to ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 26 NOTES ON THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 June 2022 reflect such conditions and there is no true-up for differences between expected and actual outcomes. (v) Inventories Inventories are valued at the lower of cost and net realisable value. Costs incurred in bringing each product to its present location and condition are accounted for, as follows: • Raw materials: average cost; and • Finished goods and work in progress: cost of direct materials and manufacturing charges from contract manufacturer. Net realisable value is the estimated selling price in the ordinary course of business, less estimated costs of completion and the estimated costs necessary to make the sale. (w) Significant accounting judgements, estimates and assumptions The preparation of the Company’s consolidated financial statements requires management to make judgements, estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of revenues, expenses, assets and liabilities, and the accompanying disclosures, and the disclosure of contingent liabilities. Uncertainty about these assumptions and estimates could result in outcomes that require a material adjustment to the carrying amount of assets or liabilities affected in future periods. The key assumptions concerning the future and other key sources of estimation uncertainty at the reporting date, that have a significant risk of causing a material adjustment to the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities within the next financial year, are described below. The Company based its assumptions and estimates on parameters available when the consolidated financial statements were prepared. Existing circumstances and assumptions about future developments, however, may change due to market changes or circumstances arising beyond the control of the Company. Such changes are reflected in the assumptions when they occur. Share-based payments The Company initially measures the cost of equity-settled transactions with employees by reference to the fair value of the equity instruments at the date at which they are granted. Estimating fair value for share-based payment transactions requires determination of the most appropriate valuation model, which is dependent on the terms and conditions of the grant. This estimate also requires determination of the most appropriate inputs to the valuation model including the expected life of the share option, volatility and dividend yield and making assumptions about them. This requires a reassessment of the estimates used at the end of each reporting period. The assumptions and models used for estimating fair value for share-based payment transactions are disclosed in Note 16. Fair value of financial instruments When the fair values of financial assets and financial liabilities recorded in the statement of financial position cannot be measured based on quoted prices in active markets, their fair value is measured using valuation techniques including the discounted cash flow (DCF) and Black-Scholes option pricing models. The inputs to these models are taken from observable markets where possible, but where this is not feasible, a degree of judgement is required in establishing fair values. Judgements include considerations of inputs such as liquidity risk, credit risk and volatility. The assessed fair values of the embedded derivatives were determined using a Black-Scholes option pricing model which approximates the results that would have been achieved by using a binomial lattice. The model considers the expected price volatility of the underlying instrument, expected dividend yield and the risk-free interest rate. The twelve-month share price history has been used to determine the expected price volatility. Changes in assumptions in relation to these factors could affect the reported fair value of financial instruments. See Note 22(f) for further disclosures. Intangible assets The Company assesses at initial recognition whether an internally developed asset has met the recognition requirements established in AASB 138 and measures the direct and indirect costs of development using several estimates and assumptions. After capitalisation, management monitors whether the recognition requirements continue to be met and whether there are any indicators that capitalised costs may be impaired. For assets not yet ready for use, management estimate the fair value less costs of disposal (FVLCD). To estimate the FVLCD, management applies the cost replacement model whereby an estimate is made of all costs required in current market conditions to produce a similar product. With respect to ready for use assets, management estimates the recoverable amount of each asset or cash-generating unit based on expected future cash flows and uses an interest rate to discount them. Estimation uncertainty relates to assumptions about future operating results, the determination of a suitable discount rate, and the appropriate classification of cash generating units. See Note 12 for further disclosures. (x) Going Concern These financial statements have been prepared based on the going concern basis of accounting which contemplates the continuity of normal business activities and the realisation of assets and settlement of liabilities in the ordinary course of business. The Group incurred a loss after tax attributable to members of $3,360,271 (2021: $1,445,319). The Group incurred negative cash flows from operations and investing activities of $1,926,395 for the year ended 30 June 2022 (2021: negative $2,273,318). The Group has current assets of $3,295,871 (2021: $5,599,198) which exceed current liabilities of $1,113,301 (2021: $1,973,744) The Directors believe that it is reasonably foreseeable that the Group will continue as a going concern and be able to pay its debts as and when they fall due after consideration of the following mitigating matters: • • • • the Group has performed a cash flow forecast and determined that it has or will have access to adequate cash resources to fund its operations for at least 12 months from the date of approval of these financial statements the Group expects to have continued access to working capital facilities to support cash needs and expected growth in revenues the Group has an expectation that the term loan facility maturing in December 2023 will be negotiated to either extend the term or convert the outstanding balance to equity, upon obtaining relevant shareholder approvals the Group, if required, has the ability to raise additional funds on a timely basis pursuant to the Corporations Act 2001 and ASX Listing Rules and the Directors believe the Group would be able to continue to source equity or alternative funding if required ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 27 NOTES ON THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 June 2022 • the Group expects to successfully convert current commercialisation efforts to future revenue and cash receipts to support the fixed base of expenditures Should the above not eventuate or are not able to be resolved in the Group’s favour, then there will be a material uncertainty regarding the ability of the Group to continue as a going concern and pay its debts and obligations as and when they become due and payable. If the Group is unable to continue as a going concern, it may be required to realise its assets and extinguish its liabilities other than in the normal course of business at amounts different from those stated in the financial report. These financial statements do not include any adjustments relating to the recoverability and classification of recorded assets or to the amounts and classifications of liabilities that might be necessary should the Group not continue as a going concern. 3. REVENUE & OTHER INCOME Sale of goods Rebates Total Interest earned Other income(1) 2022 8,174,937 - 8,174,937 2,182 - 2021 7,457,229 (180,830) 7,276,399 6,585 921,315 (1) The majority of Other Income above is comprised of the following: on 06 May 2020, the Company was granted a loan in the amount of $460,352 funded by the Small Business Administration and administered by Wells Fargo. Under Division A, Title I of the CARES Act enacted 27 March 2020. The program called Paycheck Protection Program was created with the goal to support small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. On 29 January 2021, the Company received a second loan in the amount of $468,428 under a new phase of the economic stimulus package. Under the program, loans were designed to be up to 100% forgivable if the borrower maintains employment levels and payrates over the selected covered period. After submission of all necessary documentation, the loan that originated on 06 May 2020 was fully forgiven on 15 April 2021 and the loan that originated on 29 January 2021 was fully forgiven on 28 January 2022. The Company recognised the forgiven principal balance for both loans as Other Income in FY21 in accordance with the AASB 120 Accounting for Government Grants and Disclosing Government Assistance. 4. ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES Employee benefits expense Professional fees Other administrative expenses Occupancy Depreciation Insurance expenses Total 5. RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT COSTS Research and development costs Amortisation Total 6. AUDITOR’S REMUNERATION Amount received or due and receivable by Grant Thornton Australia for: (a) an audit or review of the financial report of the Company (b) Tax compliance services in relation to the entity and any other entity in the Company (c) Other services in relation to the entity and any other entity in the Company Total auditor remuneration 2022 2,001,224 533,356 160,286 87,722 370,226 213,052 3,365,866 2022 501,156 676,357 1,177,513 2021 2,103,142 398,910 153,172 96,958 423,056 212,849 3,388,087 2021 326,306 487,914 814,220 2022 2021 114,588 - - 114,588 103,450 13,352 6,420 123,222 ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 28 NOTES ON THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 June 2022 7. TAXATION (a) Income tax recognised in profit and loss Profit /(loss) before tax Prima facie tax on operating loss before income tax at 30.0% Temporary differences not recognised Tax effect of permanent differences: Other Interest Fair value movement Differences in jurisdictional tax rates Tax losses not brought to account Income tax benefit attributable to reversal of deferred tax liability on intangible assets (b) Deferred tax assets Deferred tax assets at 30 June brought to account: Income tax losses Total (c) Deferred tax liability Unrealised FX Basis difference on fixed assets Total (d) Net deferred tax position Deferred tax assets Deferred tax liabilities Net deferred tax position (e) Deferred tax assets not recognised Unrealised FX Accrued and prepaid expenses Other Fixed assets 263A costs Expenses deducted over 5 years Borrowing Costs Income tax losses Net deferred tax position 2022 2021 (3,360,271) (1,445,319) (1,008,082) 382,712 (81,821) 199,594 (214,946) 225,956 496,587 - 312,201 312,201 - 312,201 312,201 312,201 312,201 - 127,950 64,349 90,433 15,921 2,383 5,178 245 12,615,206 12,921,665 (433,596) (147,956) (181,912) 166,595 (294,536) 134,269 757,136 - 683,707 683,707 683,707 - 683,707 683,707 683,707 - 1,223,806 101,422 60,656 3,957 2,072 32,347 - 11,727,227 13,151,487 No income tax is payable by the Company. The Directors have considered it prudent not to bring to account the future income tax benefit of income tax losses until it is probable of deriving assessable income of a nature and amount to enable such benefit to be realised. The Company has estimated unrecouped income tax losses of $73,342,581 (2021: $64,480,646) which may be available to offset against taxable income in future years. The benefit of these losses and timing differences will only be obtained if there is sufficient probability that taxable profits will be generated by the Company in future periods. Deferred tax assets and liabilities which relate to income taxes levied by the same taxation authority are offset where the Company intends to settle those tax assets and liabilities on a net basis. ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 29 NOTES ON THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 June 2022 8. EARNINGS PER SHARE Classification of securities as ordinary shares The Company has only one category of ordinary shares included in basic earnings per share. Classification of securities as potential ordinary shares There are currently no securities to be classified as dilutive potential ordinary shares on issue. Weighted average number of ordinary shares Basic loss ($) Basic / Diluted loss per share (cents) 2022 2021 642,892,460 (3,360,271) (0.52) 637,295,944 (1,445,319) (0.23) The above calculation does not include instruments that could potentially dilute basic earnings per share in the future as these instruments were anti-dilutive in the years presented. A summary of such instruments is as follows: Equity securities As the Company has incurred a loss for the year, the diluted earnings per share is therefore disclosed as the same as the basic earnings per share. Warrant options Performance rights Total 9. TRADE AND OTHER RECEIVABLES Trade receivables Other receivables Total 2022 Number 3,829,787 270,482 4,100,269 2022 567,940 11,112 579,052 2021 Number 3,829,787 915,625 4,745,412 2021 1,357,413 10,179 1,367,592 All amounts are short-term. The company does not recognise any expected credit losses based on an assessment of historic recoveries and trend. The net carrying value of trade receivables is considered a reasonable approximation of fair value. The receivables are pledged as collateral in the Line of Credit the Company has with Alterna Capital Solutions (see Note 15 - Borrowings for additional information). 10. INVENTORIES Raw materials Finished goods Provision for obsolescence Total 2022 762,977 957,956 (121,713) 1,599,220 2021 734,583 492,493 (2,986) 1,224,090 The inventory is pledged as collateral in the Line of Credit the Company has with Alterna Capital Solutions (see Note 15 - Borrowings for additional information). During the current year, inventories of $4,845,221 (2021: $4,634,492) were recognised as an expense during the year and included in Cost of Sales. ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 30 NOTES ON THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 June 2022 11. PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT Cost Balance at 30 June 2020 Additions Disposals Transfers(1) Balance at 30 June 2021 Additions Disposals Transfers Balance at 30 June 2022 Depreciation and impairment Balance at 30 June 2020 Depreciation Disposals Transfers(1) Balance at 30 June 2021 Depreciation Disposals Transfers Balance at 30 June 2022 Net book value at 30 June 2020 at 30 June 2021 at 30 June 2022 Furniture and equipment Right-of-use equipment Right-of-use building 2,052,552 95,374 (18,381) 194,122 2,323,667 11,851 (30,296) 319,677 2,624,899 956,666 217,874 (18,086) 111,433 1,267,887 219,253 (28,980) 199,150 1,657,310 1,095,886 1,055,780 967,589 677,941 - (164,142) (194,122) 319,677 - - (319,677) - 277,278 95,733 (103,953) (111,433) 157,625 41,525 - (199,150) - 400,663 162,052 - 902,952 - - - 902,952 - - - 902,952 109,449 109,449 - - 218,898 109,448 - - 328,346 793,503 684,054 574,606 Total 3,633,445 95,374 (182,523) - 3,546,296 11,851 (30,296) - 3,527,851 1,343,393 423,056 (122,039) - 1,644,410 370,226 (28,980) - 1,985,656 2,290,052 1,901,886 1,542,195 (1) Transfers consist of leased assets for which the underlying lease was paid in full. The assets and related Accumulated Depreciation were transferred out of the Right of Use category into owned assets (Furniture and equipment). ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 31 NOTES ON THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 June 2022 12. INTANGIBLE ASSETS Cost Balance at 30 June 2020 Additions Disposals Balance at 30 June 2021 Additions Disposals Balance at 30 June 2022 Amortisation and impairment Balance at 30 June 2020 Amortisation Disposals Balance at 30 June 2021 Amortisation Impairment Disposals Balance at 30 June 2022 Net book value at 30 June 2020 at 30 June 2021 at 30 June 2022 Patents and trademarks 40,522 - (40,522) - - - - 36,333 - (36,333) - - - - 4,189 - - Capitalised development costs 2,784,555 774,033 - 3,558,588 310,490 - 3,869,079 110,129 487,914 (866) 597,177 676,357 1,026,377 - 2,299,911 2,674,425 2,961,411 1,569,167 Software 35,377 - (35,377) - - - - 35,377 - (35,377) - - - - - - - Total 2,860,454 774,033 (75,899) 3,558,588 310,490 - 3,869,079 181,839 487,914 (72,576) 597,177 676,357 1,026,377 - 2,299,911 2,678,615 2,961,411 1,569,167 Impairment testing for intangible assets Intangible assets are tested for impairment annually when the asset is not yet available for use or more frequently when an indication of impairment arises during the reporting period. An asset is impaired when the carrying amount exceeds the recoverable amount. When this occurs an impairment loss is recognised for the amount by which the carrying amount of an asset exceeds its recoverable amount. Management has used AASB 136 Impairment of Assets as the basis for impairment testing. The recoverable amount is the higher of fair value less costs of disposal and value-in-use and has been determined for assets not being amortised. To determine recoverable amount, management has used a fair value less costs of disposal approach. The fair value has been calculated using a replacement costs approach. For assets ready for use and being amortised, management has assessed for indicators of impairment, which include considerations of external and internal sources of information. Based on our assessment no indicators of impairment were identified for all the development assets except in the case of two product lines for which the following indicators were noted: 1) Ability to sell / generate future economic benefits 2) Change in market rates potentially resulting in reduced carrying values • • As such, for these asset classes, a fair value assessment was carried out based on a Relief from Royalty Method (RRM) model. The following are the key assumptions used in the expected RRM model: A post tax discount rate of 20% Revenue from commercialisation commencing in the 2022 and 2023 financial years and increasing over the five-year forecast period at growth rates between 100% and 25% Probability weighted scenarios between 10% to 75% with respect to the success of commercialisation efforts A royalty relief rate of 5% Taxable rate of 30% • • • Based on the above, impairment was identified as the recoverable amount exceeded the carrying amount. Management believes that these assets are commercially viable and when contracts are entered into with customers and as such economic benefits may be realised in the future. The Group will continue pursuing opportunities to commercialise these assets. Given the recoverable amount as at the balance date has been determined to be lower than the carrying amount and the remaining carrying amount would be negligible, an impairment to adjust recoverable amount to zero has been recorded. The impairment loss of $1,026,377 has been recognised in the statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income in the current period. ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 32 NOTES ON THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 June 2022 13. TRADE AND OTHER PAYABLES Trade payables Other payables Interest payable Total 2022 407,530 402,497 6,395 816,422 2021 1,331,437 522,324 38,762 1,892,523 All amounts are short-term. The carrying values of trade payables and short-term bank overdrafts are considered to be a reasonable approximation of fair value. 14. LEASE LIABILITIES Lease payments during the period: Principal payments Interest Variable lease payments not included in measurement of lease liability Total Minimum future rental payments under non-cancellable leases: Current Non-current Total Present value of future minimum rental payments under leases: Current commitments: Lease liability Finance charges Total Non-current commitments: Lease liability Finance charges Net present value Total 2022 2021 94,258 90,107 34,124 218,489 146,249 99,549 33,713 279,511 195,815 906,330 1,102,145 169,672 1,115,585 1,285,257 118,253 77,562 195,815 737,273 169,057 906,330 1,102,145 81,221 88,452 169,673 868,564 247,021 1,115,585 1,285,258 The Company leases its corporate office which includes laboratories and a warehouse under one agreement. This facility is used for administration, research and operational activities and has a remaining lease term of 5.25 years. Where a right to control an asset specified in a lease agreement exists, the Company recognises a right-of-use asset, representing its right to use the underlying leased asset, and a lease liability representing its obligation to make lease payments. Lease liabilities are recognised similarly to financial liabilities with cash repayments recorded into a principal portion and an interest portion and presents them as such in the statement of cash flows. Assets and liabilities arising from a lease are initially measured on a present value basis. The measurement includes non-variable lease payments expected to be incurred for the term of the lease. The term of the lease is determined by reference to non-cancellable periods and those periods subject to exercise of an option, where that option is considered reasonably certain to be exercised. ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 33 NOTES ON THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 June 2022 15. BORROWINGS Convertible note carrying value Line of credit Principal balance outstanding Accrued Interest (non-current) Total 2022 2,715,620 178,626 2,894,246 99,575 2,993,821 2021 2,510,345 - 2,510,345 - 2,510,345 (a) Convertible note On 24 December 2019, the Company entered into a convertible note, secured by the Company’s assets, with an institutional lender. The $3.5M (A$5.15M) note carries a four-year term. Originally, the note provided for a 6.0% annual interest rate with coupon interest payments due quarterly. However, the terms of the note were changed in Q4 FY2022 so that the accrued coupon interest is now due at the maturity of the loan in exchange for an additional 2% in interest payable to the lender. Therefore, the accrued interest is now classified as a long-term liability. The note is convertible into ordinary shares at A$0.075 per share at the holder’s discretion and with shareholder approval. The Borrowings have been measured at amortised cost in accordance with AASB 9 and gain or loss is recognised in profit or loss through the amortisation process and when the borrowings are derecognised. The Company allocates interest payments over the term of the borrowings at a constant rate on the carrying value. The carrying value over the remaining life of the note will increase to the face value of $3.5M. Convertible note carrying value Remaining amortisation of effective interest Foreign currency exchange rate impact Principal balance outstanding 2022 2,715,620 895,946 (62,562) 3,549,004 2021 2,510,345 1,101,222 254,060 3,865,627 (b) Line of Credit The Company entered into a three-year line of credit agreement on 05 Apr 2022 with Alterna Capital Solutions to provide working capital funding. The facility is a three-year $3.0M asset-based facility which can be increased to $5.0M with the approval of the lender. The borrowing base of the line of credit consists of 90% of eligible accounts receivable plus a calculated portion of inventory which, among other factors, will not exceed 50% of eligible inventory. The fund usage interest rate at execution of the agreement was 8.25% and adjusts with upward changes in the Wall Street Journal Prime Rate. The applicable interest rate at 30 June 2022 was 9.75%. Costs incurred to obtain financing are deferred and amortised on a straight-line basis over the term of the financing facility. The unamortised deferred financing costs are shown as a reduction of the carrying value of the related debt. The amortisation expense was $4K (2021: nil) and is included in interest expense. Line of Credit Liability Unamortised Deferred Financing Costs Net carrying value of line of credit 2022 231,580 (52,954) 178,626 2021 - - - (c) Derivative liability The current and previous borrowings are considered hybrid instruments with host and derivative liability components. When initially recorded the derivative is measured at fair value and separated from the host liability. Subsequently changes in value are recorded in profit or loss upon revaluation. This has been valued using a Black-Scholes option pricing model. Pricing model inputs of the current derivative include spot price (A$0.024), risk-free rate (3.58%), remaining term (1.5 years) and volatility (93.4%). Derivative liability Gain/ (Loss) on embedded derivative 2022 182,452 688,060 2021 949,126 1,043,912 ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 34 NOTES ON THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 June 2022 16. CONTRIBUTED EQUITY (a) Issued capital Ordinary shares fully paid (b) Movement in share capital Balance at 01 July Costs of capital raising Conversion of performance rights Shares issued in lieu of directors' fees Shares issued in lieu of professional services Balance at 30 June (c) Movements in performance rights Balance at 01 July Exercised Vested - not Issued at 01 July Forfeited Granted not yet vested at 30 June Balance at 30 June (d) Share appreciation rights (“SAR”) 2022 Shares 2021 Shares 2022 $ 2021 $ 645,256,590 640,197,246 66,523,851 66,265,398 640,197,246 - 915,625 810,386 3,333,333 645,256,590 915,625 (915,625) 310,451 (39,969) - 270,482 634,456,542 - 1,286,181 1,121,190 3,333,333 640,197,246 1,286,182 (1,286,182) 1,705,979 (479,903) (310,451) 915,625 66,265,398 (4,284) 79,907 38,250 144,580 66,523,851 79,907 (79,907) 10,417 (1,341) - 9,076 65,943,807 (17,363) 113,569 74,250 151,137 66,265,399 113,569 (113,569) 127,654 (37,330) (10,417) 79,907 Grant Date Vesting Date Expiry Date 23-Sep-21 23-Sep-24 23-Sep-26 23-Sep-20 23-Sep-23 23-Sep-25 Opening Price 0.076 0.071 FY 2022 FY 2021 Full Vesting Target Price 0.148 0.139 The plan was adopted and approved by the board of directors prior to the Grant Date. Total Open Balance FV at Grant 0.044 0.028 16,150,924 - 19,299,358 - 16,150,924 19,299,358 Granted Forfeited (998,847) (1,540,656) (2,539,503) Outstanding 18,300,511 14,610,268 32,910,779 The objective of the plan is to: (a) provide an incentive and to reward, retain and motivate participants. (b) recognise the abilities, efforts, and contributions of participants to the performance and success of the Group; and (c) provide participants with the opportunity to acquire or increase their ownership interest in the Group. Vesting conditions: (a) 25% compounded annual growth rate (“CAGR”) on the opening share price over of a three-year term. Opening price is determined as the 20- day volume weighted average price (“VWAP”) from the lodgement of the annual report. Fully vested target price is defined as the 20-day VWAP from lodgement of the annual report three years after. Partial vesting begins at 10% CAGR and pays 33% of the of the total SAR grants. CAGR achieved between 10% and 25% vest SAR grants on a linear scale between 33% and 100%. (b) Continued employment through the vesting date. Vested Rights: (a) Participants are entitled to the amount by which the closing share price exceeds the opening share price. (b) Shares will be issued in the amount equal to the value in (a) divided by the share closing share price. All eligible employees are offered SARs. The award is calculated by multiplying a defined percentage by the fixed component of compensation. (e) Share options issued At year-end there were Nil (2021: Nil) free attaching options outstanding and Nil (2021: Nil) share-based payment options outstanding. Warrants issued under the extinguished convertible note and previously recognised as a derivative liability were transferred to the option reserve account at the payoff date. ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 35 NOTES ON THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 June 2022 (f) Movements in share options Grant date Exercise price Expiry date Balance at start of year Granted Exercised Expired Balance at end of year Warrants 2022 2021 31-Dec-19 31-Dec-19 $0.06 29-Mar-23 $0.06 29-Mar-23 3,829,787 3,829,787 - - - - - - 3,829,787 3,829,787 (g) Details of share options Outstanding at 01 July Expired Outstanding at 30 June (1) Weighted average exercise price (2) Weighted average remaining contractual life Number 3,829,787 - 3,829,787 2022 WAEP1 0.06 - 0.06 WARCL2 0.75 - 0.75 Number 5,329,787 (1,500,000) 3,829,787 2021 WAEP 0.25 (0.75) 0.06 WARCL 2.04 - 1.75 Number 2022 Average fair value per option $ Number 2021 Average fair value per option $ Warrants 3,829,787 0.001 4,093 3,829,787 0.014 52,922 (h) Terms and conditions of contributed equity Holders of ordinary shares are entitled to receive dividends as declared from time to time and are entitled to one vote per share at shareholders’ meetings. In the event of winding up of the Company, ordinary shareholders rank after all other shareholders and creditors and are fully entitled to any proceeds of liquidation. (i) Capital management The Company’s objectives in managing capital are to safeguard the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern, so that it can continue to provide returns to shareholders and benefits for the stakeholders and to maintain an optimal capital structure to reduce the cost of capital. 17. SHARE-BASED PAYMENTS The following is the summary of movements in share-based payments along with the amounts expensed during the year: Shares in lieu of salary(1) Shares to be issued in lieu of salary Performance rights vested but not issued Professional services(2) Total 2022 2021 Number 810,386 - 270,482 3,333,333 4,414,201 $ 11,250 - 9,076 96,387 116,713 Number $ 50,181 552,024 24,750 445,850 79,907 915,625 1,879,629 82,321 3,793,128 237,159 (1) The total value of the FY22 share-based payments of 810,386 shares is $38,250, of which $11,250 has been expensed in FY22 and $24,750 was expensed in FY21 for 445,850 shares that were in the ‘shares to be issued’ status as of the previous reporting period. The remaining $2,250 will be expensed in FY23 when earned and is included in prepayments at the reporting date. (2) Of the 3,333,333 shares issued with a total value of $144,580, $96,387 has been expensed in FY22. The remaining balance of $48,193 remains in prepayments as at the reporting date. In addition to the above table, share appreciation rights expensed during the year were $293,799 (2021: $141,876). See Note 16 for plan details. ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 36 NOTES ON THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 June 2022 18. NOTES TO THE STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS (a) Cash and cash equivalents Cash on hand 2022 2021 1,027,095 2,932,673 (b) Reconciliation of operating loss after income tax to net cash used in operating activities Operating loss after income tax (3,360,271) (1,445,319) Non-cash items: Depreciation, amortisation and impairment of non-current assets Share-based payment Amortisation on borrowings (Gain) on fair value movement- embedded derivative Loss on disposal of assets Forgiveness of CARES Act PPP Loans Changes in assets and liabilities net of effect of purchase of subsidiaries: (Increase) / Decrease in trade and other receivables (Increase) / Decrease in inventories on hand (Increase) / Decrease in other current assets Increase / (Decrease) in trade and other payables Increase / (Decrease) in other current liabilities Increase / (Decrease) in Borrowings Net cash (used in) operating activities 19. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS AND BALANCES Colinton Capital Partners, a related party of Simon Moore, Non-Executive Director Interest expense on convertible note Convertible note carrying value(1) Accrued interest (1) See Note 15 for more details 2,072,960 406,008 432,888 (688,060) 1,316 - 788,540 (375,130) (15,661) (1,049,826) 37,033 178,626 (1,571,578) 910,970 354,285 348,119 (1,043,912) 55,539 (928,779) (387,912) (302,535) (33,343) 1,136,653 (55,532) - (1,391,766) 2022 258,384 2021 230,766 2,715,620 99,575 2,510,345 38,762 20. SEGMENT REPORTING The financial results from this segment are equivalent to the financial statements of the Company as a whole. Geographic information of revenue and non-current assets excluding financial instruments are as follows: 2022 Revenue Interest earned Other income Depreciation, amortisation, and impairment expenses Interest expense Property, plant, and equipment Right of use asset Intangible assets 2021 Revenue Interest earned Other income Depreciation, amortisation, and impairment expenses Interest expense Property, plant, and equipment Right of use asset Intangible assets Australia US Cyprus - 1,924 - - 673,763 - - - - - - - 578,881 - - - 8,174,937 258 - 2,072,960 102,279 967,589 574,606 1,569,167 7,276,399 - 1,171,963 910,970 102,983 1,055,780 846,106 2,961,411 - - - - - - - - - - (250,648) - - - - - Total 8,174,937 2,182 - 2,072,960 776,042 967,589 574,606 1,569,167 7,276,399 - 921,315 910,970 681,864 1,055,780 846,106 2,961,411 ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 37 NOTES ON THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 June 2022 21. INVESTMENTS IN CONTROLLED ENTITIES Parent Entity Alexium International Group Limited Subsidiaries of Alexium International Group Limited Alexium Limited (Closed July 2021) Alexium Inc. Percentage Owned (ordinary shares) 2022 2021 Country of Incorporation Australia Cyprus USA 100 100 100 The parent entity has an interest free intercompany receivable from Alexium Inc. amounting to $42,986,745 (2021: $42,864,433). Alexium Limited, a Cyprus entity, was formed to hold intellectual property rights. The Company decided that it was not cost effective to maintain this entity and voluntarily started the dissolution process and recorded all entries regarding the closing in the prior annual report. The company was officially dissolved 11 June 2022. 22. FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS (a) Interest rate risk exposures The Company is exposed to interest rate risk through primary financial assets and liabilities. The carrying amounts of financial assets and financial liabilities held at balance date approximate their estimated net fair values and are given below. The net fair value of a financial asset or a financial liability is the amount at which the asset could be exchanged, or liability settled in a current transaction between willing parties after allowing for transaction costs. The Company’s exposure to interest rate risk and the effective weighted average interest rate for classes of financial assets and financial liabilities: Weighted average effective interest rate % Variable interest rate $ Fixed Maturity Dates < 1 Year $ 1-5 Years $ 5+ years $ Non- Interest bearing $ Total $ 2022 Financial Assets Cash and cash equivalents Trade and other receivables/other financial assets Total Financial Assets Financial Liabilities Trade and other payables Line of Credit Lease liabilities Convertible note Derivative liability Total Financial Liabilities 2021 Financial Assets Cash and cash equivalents Trade and other receivables/other financial assets Total Financial Assets Financial Liabilities Trade and other payables Lease liabilities Convertible note Derivative liability Total Financial Liabilities 0.48 1,027,095 - - - 1,027,095 - - - - - - - - - - 1,027,095 579,052 579,052 579,052 1,606,147 - 9.20 9.66 6.34 - - - - - - - - - 178,626 195,815 - - 374,441 - - 849,800 3,549,004 182,452 4,581,256 - - 56,530 - - 56,530 816,422 - - - - 816,422 816,422 178,626 1,102,145 3,549,004 182,452 5,828,649 0.48 2,332,187 600,486 - - - 2,332,187 - 600,486 - - - - - - - 2,932,673 1,367,592 1,367,592 1,367,592 4,300,265 - 9.80 6.00 - - - - - - - - 169,672 - - 169,672 - 852,186 3,611,566 949,126 5,412,878 - 263,399 - - 263,399 1,892,523 - - - 1,892,523 1,892,523 1,285,257 3,611,566 949,126 7,738,472 ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 38 NOTES ON THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 June 2022 (b) Interest rate risk At the reporting period end date, if interest rates had increased by 1% from the year end variable rates with all other variables held constant, after- tax profit and equity for the Company would have increased by $10,271 (2021: $29,327) based on cash and cash equivalents. The 1% sensitivity is based on reasonable possible changes using an observed range of historical interest rate movements. (c) Foreign currency risk A large proportion of the Company’s revenues, cash inflows, other expenses, capital expenditure and commitments are denominated in US dollars with smaller, less frequent transactions in Australian dollars. Exposure to foreign exchange risk may result in the fair value of future cash flows of a financial instrument fluctuating due to movement in foreign exchange rates of currencies in which the Company holds financial instruments which are other than the US dollar reporting currency. With instruments being held by overseas operations, fluctuations in the Australian dollar may impact the Company’s financial results. (d) Credit risk Credit risk arises from the Company’s financial assets which is comprised of trade receivables. The Company's exposure to credit risk arises from potential default of the counterparty, with a maximum exposure equal to the carrying amount of these instruments. The Company does not hold any credit derivatives to offset its credit exposure. The Company’s exposure to credit risk is minimal. Total bad debt expense for the year was Nil (2021 Nil). The Company does not currently have any significant debtors, lending, stock levels or any other credit risk, and, therefore, a formal credit risk management policy is not maintained. (e) Liquidity risk The Company manages liquidity risk by continuously monitoring scheduled debt servicing payments for long-term financial liabilities as well as forecasted cash inflows and outflows due in day-to-day business. Liquidity needs are monitored in various time bands, on a day-to-day basis, as well as based on a rolling 30-day projection. Long-term liquidity needs for a 180-day and 360-day period are identified monthly. Net cash requirements are compared to available borrowing facilities to determine headroom or shortfalls. The Company’s non-derivative financial liabilities have contractual maturities as summarised below: 2022 Trade and other payables Lease liabilities Line of Credit Borrowings Statement of financial position exposure 2021 Trade and other payables Finance lease obligations Borrowings Statement of financial position exposure Current 1-5 Years 5+ years 816,422 195,815 178,626 - 1,190,863 - 849,800 - 3,648,579 4,498,379 1,892,523 169,672 - 2,062,195 - 852,186 3,865,627 4,717,813 - 56,530 - - 56,530 - 263,399 - 263,399 (f) Fair values of financial assets and liabilities Cash and cash equivalents The carrying amount approximates fair value because of their short-term to maturity. Trade receivables and trade creditors The carrying amount approximates fair value. Financial assets and financial liabilities measured at fair value in the statement of financial position are grouped into three levels of a fair value hierarchy. The three levels are defined based on the observability of significant inputs to the measurement, as follows: • Level 1: quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities. • Level 2: inputs other than quoted prices included within Level 1 that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly. • Level 3: unobservable inputs for the asset or liability. There were no other financial assets and liabilities other than cash, trade receivables and payables, and borrowings at the close of the reporting periods. Measurement of fair value of financial instruments The Company’s finance team performs valuations of financial items for financial reporting purposes, including Level 3 fair values, in consultation with third party valuation specialists for complex valuations. Valuation techniques are selected based on the characteristics of each instrument, with the overall objective of maximising the use of market-based information. Valuation processes and fair value changes are discussed among the audit committee and the valuation team at least every year. ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 39 NOTES ON THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 June 2022 Embedded derivatives (Level 3) The assessed fair values of the derivatives were determined using a Black-Scholes option pricing model. The model considers the expected price volatility of the underlying instrument, expected dividend yield and the risk-free interest rate. A collection of comparable companies has been used as a proxy for the volatility determined. The embedded derivative liability is classified as non-current based on a convertible note maturity of four years. The following shows the levels within the hierarchy of financial assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis: 2022 Derivative liability Statement of financial position exposure 2021 Derivative liability Statement of financial position exposure Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total - - - - - - - - 182,452 182,452 182,452 182,452 949,126 949,126 949,126 949,126 There were no Level 1 or Level 2 transfers in the current and prior reporting periods. 23. PARENT ENTITY INFORMATION The following details information related to the parent entity, Alexium International Group Limited. The information presented here has been prepared using consistent accounting policies as presented in Note 2. Current assets Non-current assets Total Assets Current liabilities Long term liabilities Total liabilities Total equity Loss for the year 2022 410,959 4,292,745 4,703,704 130,374 2,997,647 3,128,021 2021 1,109,530 6,681,134 7,790,664 152,795 3,459,471 3,612,266 1,575,683 4,178,398 (5,358,733) (1,445,319) 24. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES The Company does not have any commitments or contingencies beyond those disclosed in the financial statements or the notes above. 25. DIVIDENDS No dividend has been declared or paid during the current financial year or the prior financial year. The Company does not have any franking credits available for current or future years as it is not in a tax paying position. 26. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS On 02 August 2022, an announcement to market was made of the appointment of Billy Blackburn as the new CEO and Managing Director of the Company effective 01 September 2022. In conjunction with this appointment, Dr. Bob Brookins has been appointed Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and will remain an executive director on the Board. Mr Blackburn has an accomplished background having founded a high-growth technology company specialising in high purity solvents, which was subsequently sold to Nova Molecular. Mr Blackburn was appointed Vice President, Business Development at Nova Molecular where he was responsible for substantial revenue growth that included securing major consumer healthcare contracts. More recently, Mr Blackburn has been the Vice President & Executive Manager with Giant Cement Holdings Inc., which is focused on Renewable Waste Processes. Other than noted above, there has not arisen any item, transaction, or event of a material and unusual nature, which in the opinion of the Directors of the Company, is likely to significantly affect the operations of the Company, the results of those operations, or the state of affairs of the Company, in future financial years. ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 40 DIRECTORS’ DECLARATION The Directors of the Company declare that: 1. The financial statements, comprising the consolidated statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income, the consolidated statement of financial position, consolidated statement of cash flows, consolidated statement of changes in equity and accompanying notes, are in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001 and: a. comply with Accounting Standards and the Corporations Regulations 2001, other mandatory professional reporting requirements b. give a true and fair view of the Company’s financial position as at 30 June 2022 and of its performance for the year ended on that date; and c. comply with International Financial Reporting Standards as disclosed in Note 2 of the financial statements. 2. The remuneration disclosures included in the Directors’ Report (as part of the audited Remuneration Report) for the year ended 30 June 2022, comply with section 300A of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth). 3. In the Directors’ opinion, there are reasonable grounds to believe that the Company will be able to pay its debts as and when they become due and payable. 4. The Directors have been given the declarations by the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer required by section 295A of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth). This declaration is made in accordance with a resolution of the Board of Directors and is signed for and on behalf of the directors by: Rosheen Garnon Chair Dated: 26 August 2022 ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 41 INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 42 INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 43 INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 44 SHAREHOLDER INFORMATION The shareholder information set out below was applicable as of 4 August 2022. Quoted equity securities 645,256,590 fully paid ordinary shares are held by 4,419 shareholders. Unquoted equity securities Date Options/Warrants Granted 31-Dec-19 Expiry Date 29-Mar-23 Exercise price of shares A$ 0.06 No. under options 3,829,787 Shareholder distribution The number of shareholders, by size of holding, are: Holding Range Units - - - - - 1,000 5,000 10,000 100,000 999,999,999 1 1,001 5,001 10,001 100,001 Holders 469 827 732 1,874 617 4,519 Total Units 176,749 2,414,237 5,908,529 69,858,289 566,534,250 644,892,054 % Issued Share Capital 0.03% 0.37% 0.92% 10.83% 87.85% 100.00% Unmarketable parcels Minimum parcel A$500 at $0.024 per unit 2,730 19,378,253 3.00% Holding Range Units Holders Total Units % Issued Share Capital Substantial holders Rank Name 1 2 3 COLINTON CAPITAL PARTNERS PTY LTD SANDHURST TRUSTEES LTD DR STUART LLOYD PHILLIPS & MRS FIONA JANE PHILLIPS Total Units 79,151,331 55,188,743 42,212,090 % Issued Share Capital 12.27% 8.56% 6.55% Voting rights The voting rights attaching to each class of equity securities are set out below: • Ordinary shares: On a show of hands every member present at a meeting in person or by proxy shall have one vote and upon a poll each share shall have one vote. • Options: No voting rights. • Warrants: No voting rights. Stock exchange listing • Quotation has been granted for all the ordinary shares of the company on all Member Exchanges of the Australian Stock Exchange Ltd. Equity Security Holders Twenty largest holders of quoted equity securities: Rank Name COLINTON CAPITAL PARTNERS PTY LTD SANDHURST TRUSTEES LTD DR STUART LLOYD PHILLIPS & MRS FIONA JANE PHILLIPS BNP PARIBAS NOMINEES PTY LTD ACF CLEARSTREAM DR STUART LLOYD PHILLIPS & MRS FIONA JANE PHILLIPS HSBC CUSTODY NOMINEES (AUSTRALIA) LIMITED DUCKY'S LIFELINE PTY LTD N & G TD PROPRIETARY LIMITED BNP PARIBAS NOMS PTY LTD LUCKY POM PTY LIMITED DR ELYSE JANE PHILLIPS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 MABETH PTY LTD 13 14 15 MR MARTIN KEITH THOMAS & MRS HELEN PATRICIA THOMAS 16 MR IAN MORTON & MRS DEBORAH MORTON 17 18 19 19 LOMAND SERVICES LIMITED D & M MOWBRAY HOLDINGS PTY LTD CANNOW PTY LTD DAVID RIVETT PTY LIMITED CITICORP NOMINEES PTY LIMITED DDH GRAHAM LIMITED Total Units 79,151,331 55,188,743 42,212,090 31,641,146 21,430,000 9,497,055 8,320,552 8,120,000 7,922,018 7,400,000 7,065,000 6,000,000 5,869,308 5,700,000 5,431,500 5,128,312 5,081,500 5,000,000 4,400,000 4,400,000 % Issued Share Capital 12.27% 8.56% 6.55% 4.91% 3.32% 1.47% 1.29% 1.26% 1.23% 1.15% 1.10% 0.93% 0.91% 0.88% 0.84% 0.80% 0.79% 0.78% 0.68% 0.68% ALEXIUM INTERNATIONAL GROUP LIMITED 45

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