For the purposes of data protection laws, 3M Gulf and 3M Company (Headquarters, St. Paul, Minnesota, USA) are the "Data Controller" in respect of your personal data

Personal data that we collect

We may collect your name, birth date, job title/role, contact telephone number, email address, postal address, IP address, country in which you are located and opinions and consuming habits (if you agree to provide them in response to a targeted survey). We may also obtain sales data from distributors of our products.

What will be done with your personal data and how long we keep it for

We use your personal data to administer our communications with you and your requests regarding how you do/do not want us to contact you. We also match personal data you provide and your requests with other information about you, eg the products you express an interest in, your reaction to our advertisements and our interactions with you online and in person. Collecting your personal data in this way helps us to understand your preferences so that we can send you more relevant communications and promotions. Your personal data will be stored for no longer than is necessary for these purposes.

Who your personal data may be disclosed to

Your personal data will be processed by 3M Gulf and its group companies in accordance with 3M’s privacy policy, and our personal data will be transferred to, stored and/or processed by 3M and third party partners on our behalf, in countries outside of the UK and European Union but always under strict obligations of confidentiality and security.We may share your personal data with our group companies and third party service providers who help us manage your marketing preferences and/or the sale or promotion of products and services that you express an interest in. 3M has in place requirements relating to transfers of your personal data. Recipients of your personal data are required to respect the confidentiality of your personal data and use it only in connection with providing their services to 3M and in compliance with applicable data privacy laws.

How to unsubscribe

Each 3M promotional email provides instructions on how you can unsubscribe or review and amend your preferences at any time.