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Supplemental Cash Flow Information (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2017 | Mar. 31, 2016
Supplemental Cash Flow Information [Abstract] |  |
Cash payments for interest, net of amounts capitalized | $ 216 | $ 226
Net cash payments for income taxes | 23 | 17
Distribution payable to Icahn Enterprises unitholders | 239 | 202
Acquisition of subsidiary common stock included in accrued expenses and other liabilities | 53 | 0
Investment in subsidiaries prior to acquiring a controlling interest | 0 | 286
LP unit issuance for remaining 25% interest in ARL | 0 | 35
Investment additions included in accrued expenses and other liabilities | 0 | 50
Capital expenditures included in accounts payable, accrued expenses and other liabilities | $ 66 | $ 72

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