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COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2014
Commitments and Contingencies |
Aggregate contractual obligations | $ 92.9
Aggregate operating lease commitments | 14.8
Raw material items |
Commitments and Contingencies |
Purchase Commitments | $ 31.3
Period over which obligations will be paid | 1 year

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