FEATURE: ASI TOP 20

Founded in 1902, 3M is a global science and technology company serving markets including electronics, transportation, industrial, safety, and consumer goods. The company offers more than 60,000 products, including Scotch^® tapes, Post-it^® Notes, abrasives, personal protective equipment, and advanced materials. In 2025, 3M reported net sales of $24.6 billion. ASI was unable to obtain specific adhesives sales.

The company operates through three business groups. Safety & Industrial generated $11.6 billion in 2025 sales, representing 47% of total revenue. Transportation & Electronics posted sales of $7.7 billion, accounting for 31% of revenue, while Consumer reported sales of $5.0 billion, or 20% of total sales. A category described as "Other" accounted for the remaining 2% of sales.

By region, the Americas generated $13.3 billion in 2025 sales, representing 55% of total revenue. EMEA accounted for $4.2 billion, or 17% of sales, while Asia contributed $3.9 billion, or 16%. China represented $2.9 billion in sales, accounting for 12% of total revenue.

Examples of adhesive-related brands within 3M's portfolio include Scotch-Weld™ structural adhesives, VHB™ tapes, Scotch^® masking, packaging, and filament tapes, Command™ adhesive products, and Post-it^® Notes.

Source: Annual reports