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Other Operating Credits and Charges, Net (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2014 | Mar. 31, 2013
Gain Contingencies [Line Items] |  |
Inventory adjustment |  | $ 1.6
Inventory Write-down | 0 | (1.6)
Other Operating Income (Expense), Net | $ 0 | $ (1.6)

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