Response to The a2 Milk Company trading halt

Synlait Milk Limited (Synlait) notes that The a2 Milk Company has entered into a trading halt having become aware of information which may require it to revise previously issued guidance to the market. The a2 Milk Company is a strategic customer of Synlait. Once an announcement is released by The a2 Milk Company, Synlait will assess this information, and the impact on its own company, and provide a further update to the market if necessary. For more information about Synlait visit www.synlait.com or contact: Hannah Lynch Corporate Affairs Manager P: +64 21 252 8990 E: hannah.lynch@synlait.com End CA:00365246 For:SML Type:GENERAL Time:2020-12-17 14:02:01