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Lawsuits, Claims, Commitments and Contingencies (Details) - EPA Record of Decision (ROD), Diamond Alkali Superfund Site $ in Millions | 1 Months Ended | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2016 mi | Sep. 30, 2016 USD ($)
Lawsuits, commitments and contingencies |  |
Stretch of Lower Passaic river requiring remedial actions | 8.3 |
Stretch of Lower Passaic river not covered by remedial actions | 9 |
Clean-up estimated cost | $ |  | $ 165

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