Exhibit 2: 3M Coronavirus (COVID-19) Web Page, April 9, 2020 — 3M Company v. Performance Supply, Case 1:20-cv-02949, Doc. 9-2 (Filed 04/13/20)
Summary
Exhibit 2, Document 9-2 in Case 1:20-cv-02949-LAP, filed April 13, 2020, reproducing a 3M webpage printed April 9, 2020 under the heading Helping the world respond to COVID-19. Under a section on getting product to those who need it most, the page says that in the last seven days of March 2020, 3M sent 10 million N95 respirators to healthcare facilities across the U.S., and that 90% of N95 respirators in the US are designated for healthcare workers. It also describes a partnership with Ford Motor Company to increase production of 3M Powered Air Purifying Respirators and authorization from the Chinese government to import about 10 million masks. A further section covers combatting price-gouging, fraud and counterfeiting.
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- 2020-04-13
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“Exhibit 2: 3M Coronavirus (COVID-19) Web Page, April 9, 2020 — 3M Company v. Performance Supply, Case 1:20-cv-02949, Doc. 9-2 (Filed 04/13/20).”
Original at ecf.nysd.uscourts.gov, dated 2020-04-13. Archived at Pandemic Darlings, https://pandemicdarlings.com/source-documents/2020-04-13-2019-coronavirus-covid-19-3m-protective-information/
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Case 1:20-cv-02949-LAP Document 9-2 Filed 04/13/20 Page 1 of 10 EXHIBIT 2 4/9/2020 Case 1:20-cv-02949-LAT® Berevinrehe aed 9) Filechoe4aMes/2matipPpage 2 of 10 Science. Applied to Life.” PRODUCTS FOR v PRODUCTS FOR > ABOUT US > BUSINESS CONSUMERS 3M United States > Coronavirus Helping the world respond to COVID-19 3M is committed to doing everything we can to fight COVID-19 and support healthcare workers globally The COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect all of us, and 3M is working around-the-clock to help provide critical tools for the fight. Our current focus: supporting healthcare and front-line workers around the world by manufacturing products they need to help protect their lives as they treat others. https:/Awww.3m.com/3M/en_US/company-us/coronavirus/ 1/9 4/9/2020 Increasing output of N95 respirators Doubled our global output rate to nearly 100 million respirators per month; expect to produce about 50 million respirators per month in the U.S. by June 2020. Anticipate doubling our global capacity to almost 2 billion respirators in the next 12 months. We have not increased the prices we charge for 3M respirators in this crisis. (Ay SA Partnering with others to supply more Working with governments to investigate alternate manufacturing scenarios and exploring coalitions with other companies to increase capacity further. Partnering with Ford Motor Company to increase production of 3M Powered Air Purifying Respirators. Secured authorization from the Chinese government to import about 10 million masks to the US from our manufacturing facility in China. Sh ata Getting product to those who need it most In the last seven days of March 2020, we sent 10 million N95 respirators to healthcare facilities across the U.S. In the US, 90% of our N95 respirators designated for healthcare workers; remainder for critical industries including: food, energy and pharmaceutical. Maximizing production of other important products, including hand sanitizers and disinfectants. Case 1:20-cv-02949-LAP9 BerevitseFe\ wd?) FilechoSaes/2matiPrage 3 of 10 Combatting price- gouging, fraud and counterfeiting Working with law enforcement, retail partners and others to identify unethical, illegal counterfeiters and price-gougers related to 3M’s respirators, remove them from e-commerce partner sites, and refer them to the appropriate law enforcement authorities. Inviting those with concerns of potentially fraudulent activity, price gouging, or counterfeit 3M products to report their concerns at 3M’s website so we can take action. WARNING: Fraud and Counterfeit Activity https:/Awww.3m.com/3M/en_US/company-us/coronavirus/ 2/9 4/9/2020 Case 1:20-cv-02949-LAP? Derevinrare M2?) Flectoe4yeS/2Oatimage 4 of 10 We have created a new 3M hotline for the U.S. and Canada that end-users and purchasers of 3M products can call for information on how to identify authentic 3M products and to ensure products are from 3M authorized distributors. 1 (800) 426-8688 a Call the fraud hotline. Report a concern STATEMENT: Fraudulent Activity, Price Gouging, and Counterfeit Products (PDF, 1.6 MB) 3M recommends purchasing our products from a 3M authorized distributor or dealer only. This offers the greatest assurance that you will receive authentic 3M product. If you need help identifying 3M authorized distributors and dealers in your area, please contact 3M Help Center or 1 (888) 364-3577 in the United States. In Canada, please contact 3M Canada Customer Service at 1 (800) 364-3577. Learn about critical 3M products and access helpful resources https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/company-us/coronavirus/ 3/9 4/9/2020 Case 1:20-cv-02949-LAPY Dereunrehew2 >) FlectoS4es/2MtiPrage 5 of 10 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Proper selection and use are key to utilizing respirators to help reduce exposure to airborne contaminants. Find Technical Bulletins, How to Videos, Fit Testing Resources and more information to help you protect your employees and yourself. Learn more about personal protective equipment Commercial Cleaning Solutions Get information and application tips on 3M cleaning and disinfectant products for use by facility managers, building service contractors and all who clean public spaces. Learn more about commercial cleaning solutions Supporting Health Care Providers Every day, health care workers on the front lines put themselves at risk to ensure others are cared for. 3M Medical offers resources and information to help protect providers and patients, especially during this challenging time. Learn more about health care provider resources Stay up to date with 3M's response to COVID-19 https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/company-us/coronavirus/ 4/9 4/9/2020 BOD CoyeravirshEO\aDI 9) FilMarfofegtive di formatinn . te Mey — ee sernaxscenosnee® hag ttn, i, ny hy on " saresrasscemees tat, “Ht BOOT Ties April 01, 2020 Putting healthcare workers first during the coronavirus outbreak https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/company-us/coronavirus/ 5/9 4/9/2020 BOD CoyeravirshEO\aDI 9) FilMarfofegtive di formatinn March 31, 2020 https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/company-us/coronavirus/ 6/9 4/9/2020 Case 1:20-cv-02949-LAP® Berevinrehe 2?) Fileteaes/2matimage 8 of 10 https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/company-us/coronavirus/ 7/9 4/9/2020 Case 1:20-cv-02949-LAFY Berevinrere\ 2?) FilechoSaves/2matiPrage 9 of 10 Stay up-to-date on the science of COVID-19 If you have questions about the virus and how to best protect yourself, please consult the sources below for the most current guidelines and recommended precautions. https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/company-us/coronavirus/ 8/9 4/9/2020 Case 1:20-cv-02949-LAP'9 PorsneyelrOOL? SARE OAtTSlPOnaPage 10 of 10 TaN Gs) a World Health CONTROL AND PREVENTION Organization SS Center for Disease Control and World Health Organization Prevention Cc . e oronavirus e 2020 Situation Summary e Infection prevention and control during health care when novel coronavirus (nCoV) infection is ¢ Interim Infection Prevention and suspected Control Recommendations for Patients with Suspected or Confirmed Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Healthcare Settings e What You Need to Know Contact Media Relations Contact Us Media inquiries regarding 3M's response to the coronavirus situation should be referred to 3M Media Relations. https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/company-us/coronavirus/ 9/9
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