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Non-current assets and liabilities held for sales and discontinued operations - Acquisition of non-controlling interest in Vale Mocambique (Details) - Jun. 22, 2021 - Discontinued operations - Vale Mocambique R$ in Millions, $ in Millions	USD ($)	BRL (R$)
Disclosures
Percentage of voting interest acquired	15.00%	15.00%
Loss due to negative reserves	$ 331	R$ 1,666
Ownership interest in subsidiary (as a percent)	95.00%	95.00%

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