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Commitment and Contingencies (Nigeria Marketing Agent Litigation) - Additional Information (Detail) (Federal Government of Nigeria, USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 01, 2013
Federal Government of Nigeria
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Due to affiliates	$ 16tdw_DueToAffiliates / us-gaap_StatementGeographicalAxis = country_NG

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