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Commitment and Contingencies (Nigeria Marketing Agent Litigation) - Additional Information (Detail) $ in Millions	Mar. 01, 2013 USD ($)
Federal Government of Nigeria
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Line Items]
Due to affiliates	$ 16

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