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NATURE OF BUSINESS (Details) $ in Millions |  | 1 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 01, 2021 USD ($) | Dec. 31, 2021 USD ($) country | Dec. 31, 2023 segment country
NATURE OF BUSINESS |  |  |
Number of reportable segments | segment |  |  | 3
Purolite |  |  |
NATURE OF BUSINESS |  |  |
Number of countries in which company delivers comprehensive programs and services |  | 30 |
Consideration transferred | $ | $ 3,706 | $ 3,700 |
Minimum |  |  |
NATURE OF BUSINESS |  |  |
Number of countries in which company delivers comprehensive programs and services |  |  | 170

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