3M to invest in safety, healthcare sector

Move aims to support demand from consumers for higher-quality products

3M has vowed to expand investment in the safety and healthcare sector in China, as wealthy Chinese consumers express stronger demand for healthier lives and a better environment.

"3M will continue to invest where we see opportunity, and investments in China in the areas of safety and healthcare will help us move toward our vision of having 3M innovation improve every life," said Stephen Shafer, president of 3M China.