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Identifiable Intangible Asset Balances (Detail) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
Aug. 31, 2012
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May 31, 2012
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| Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Line Items] | ||
| Gross Carrying Amount | $ 239 | $ 234 |
| Accumulated Amortization | (90) | (85) |
| Net Carrying Amount | 149 | 149 |
| Unamortized intangible assets - Trademarks | 387 | 386 |
| IDENTIFIABLE INTANGIBLE ASSETS, NET | 536 | 535 |
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Patents
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| Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Line Items] | ||
| Gross Carrying Amount | 103 | 99 |
| Accumulated Amortization | (31) | (29) |
| Net Carrying Amount | 72 | 70 |
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Trademarks
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| Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Line Items] | ||
| Gross Carrying Amount | 42 | 41 |
| Accumulated Amortization | (28) | (26) |
| Net Carrying Amount | 14 | 15 |
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Other
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| Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Line Items] | ||
| Gross Carrying Amount | 94 | 94 |
| Accumulated Amortization | (31) | (30) |
| Net Carrying Amount | $ 63 | $ 64 |