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Richard Drew invented adhesive tape in 1925, while working at the 3M factory in St. Paul, Minnesota. He mixed oils, resins and rubber to create the invisible substance on cellophane backing. His invention was trademarked in 1930 as Scotch (TM) Brand Cellulose Tape.Source:M.I.T. Inventor of the Week Archive: Richard DrewMore Information:M.I.T.
