3M Japan Co., Ltd. a global chemical and electrical materials manufacturer headquartered in the United States. a global chemical and electrical materials manufacturer headquartered in the United States. Formerly known as Sumitomo 3M Co. The company manufactures a wide range of products, including Post-It, a sticky note Post-It, a sticky note for office use, and Scotch-Brite. Post-It, a sticky note for office use, as well as Scotch-Brite and a wide range of other products.