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Investments in Affiliates Transactions with Affiliates (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014 | Dec. 31, 2013
Equity Method Investments and Joint Ventures [Abstract] |  |  |
Sales to affiliates | $ 42 | $ 57 | $ 47
Purchases from affiliates | $ 48 | $ 55 | $ 54

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