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3M
AddedFeb 15, 2024
UpdatedJul 5, 2026
3M

3M

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3M, a global conglomerate, innovates in electronics, healthcare, safety and more, serving customers worldwide.

HQ
ST PAUL, MN, US
Founded
1902
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3M, a global conglomerate founded on June 13, 1902, in Two Harbors, Minnesota, focuses on innovation across various sectors including electronics, healthcare, safety, and consumer products. With its headquarters in Maplewood, Minnesota, 3M leverages science to drive progress and deliver sustainable solutions. The company serves a worldwide customer base by sharing technologies, manufacturing operations, and marketing channels across its diverse business units.

3M has made significant contributions to numerous industries through its commitment to solving problems both big and small. The company is publicly traded on the NYSE under the ticker MMM and is a component of major indices like the DJIA, S&P 100, and S&P 500. Notable achievements include the development of iconic products such as Post-it Notes and Scotch Tape. Founders J. Danley Budd, Henry S. Bryan, William A. McGonagle, John Dwan, Hermon W. Cable, and Charles Simmons established a legacy of innovation that continues to impact global markets.

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3M - Quick Facts

Who are 3M's competitors?

Companies similar to 3M include M3, Momentive, Johnson & Johnson and Kimberly-Clark.

When was 3M founded?

3M was founded in 1902.

Where is 3M's headquarters located?

3M's headquarters is located in ST PAUL, MN, US.

How many employees does 3M have?

3M has 92,000 employees as of Feb 6, 2024.

3M - Classification

Ownership
  • Public
Technology
  • Manufacturing
Revenue
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Consumers
  • Enterprise
Main Product
  • Healthcare
  • Industrial Products
Tags
  • Conglomerate
  • Global
NAICS
  • 320000Manufacturing
  • 330000Manufacturing
  • 325000Chemical Manufacturing
SIC
  • 2890Miscellaneous Chemical Products
  • 2899Chemicals And Chemical Preparations, Not Elsewhere Classified
  • 2800Chemicals And Allied Products
  • 3900Miscellaneous Manufacturing Industries