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Acquisitions - Other (Details) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2016 USD ($)
Acquisitions |
Foreign exchange negative impact on net sales | $ 61.3
Net sales increase compared to prior period, excluding the impact of foreign exchange and acquisitions (as a percent) | 2.00%

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