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Commitments and Contingent Liabilities Asbestos Information (Details) $ in Millions | Sep. 30, 2021 USD ($)
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Other Reserves | $ 190
Asbestos Issue [Member] |
Loss Contingency, Pending Claims, Number | 700
Other Reserves | $ 162

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- Definition Difference between the 2nd and 3rd amended PC plan of re-organization in cash to be contributed to the Trust by PPG which has been established as a reserve for asbestos-related claims that will not be channeled to the Trust. + References No definition available. + Details
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