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Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets, Net - Reallocation of Goodwill (Details) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2021 USD ($)
Goodwill [Line Items] |
Reallocation of goodwill | $ 0.0
Taste |
Goodwill [Line Items] |
Reallocation of goodwill | (985.0)
Scent [Member] |
Goodwill [Line Items] |
Reallocation of goodwill | 257.0
Health & Biosciences |
Goodwill [Line Items] |
Reallocation of goodwill | 728.0
Pharma Solutions |
Goodwill [Line Items] |
Reallocation of goodwill | $ 0.0

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