All Brands Owned by 3M Company

What does 3M own?
3M owns a portfolio of approximately 60,000 products across four business segments: Safety and Industrial, Transportation and Electronics, Health Care, and Consumer. Its most recognized consumer brands include Post-it Notes, Scotch Tape, Command adhesive strips, and Nexcare first aid products. The company also owns industrial brands in abrasives, adhesives, safety equipment, and specialty films.

Is 3M publicly traded?
Yes, 3M is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol MMM. The company has been publicly traded since 1946 and is a component of the Dow Jones Industrial Average, making it one of the most widely tracked industrial stocks in the United States.

Who founded 3M?
3M was founded in 1902 by five investors: John Dwan, Hermon Cable, Henry Bryan, William McGonagle, and Dr. J. Danley Budd. The company was originally established to mine corundum in Two Harbors, Minnesota, but pivoted to manufacturing abrasives and adhesive products after the mineral deposits proved commercially unviable.

Where is 3M headquartered?
3M is headquartered in Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA. The company has operated from Saint Paul since the early 1900s and maintains its global corporate headquarters, major research facilities, and significant manufacturing operations in the Twin Cities metropolitan area.

How many brands does 3M own?
3M manufactures approximately 60,000 products across its four business segments. The company operates primarily under the 3M master brand, with notable sub brands including Post-it, Scotch, Command, Nexcare, Scotch-Brite, Filtrete, Peltor, and Littmann.

Who owns 3M?
3M is publicly owned with no controlling shareholder. Institutional investors collectively hold the majority of outstanding shares, with Vanguard Group, BlackRock, and State Street Global Advisors among the largest holders. No individual, family, or private equity firm holds a controlling interest in the company.

What is 3M's revenue?
3M reported full year 2025 adjusted sales of $24.3 billion, with GAAP sales of $24.9 billion. Adjusted earnings per share were $8.06 for FY2025, up 10% year over year. In Q2 2026, 3M reported adjusted EPS of $2.40 with adjusted operating margin of 24.9% and increased its full year 2026 guidance.

What is the PFAS litigation against 3M?
3M has faced extensive litigation related to per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) used in its products. In 2023, the company settled with U.S. public water systems for approximately $10.3 billion and separately settled with the U.S. Department of Defense for approximately $6 billion over defective military earplugs. Ongoing PFAS related claims in various jurisdictions continue to represent a material legal liability for the company.