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Business Segment Information - Net Sales to External Customers by Geographical Area (Detail) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
3 Months Ended 6 Months Ended
Apr. 30, 2014
Apr. 30, 2013
Apr. 30, 2014
Apr. 30, 2013
Net sales:        
Total net sales $ 1,100.7 $ 1,088.9 $ 2,135.1 $ 2,097.5
North America [Member]
       
Net sales:        
Total net sales 534.6 513.3 1,035.0 989.4
Europe, Middle East and Africa [Member]
       
Net sales:        
Total net sales 415.7 413.5 790.7 784.1
Asia Pacific and Latin America [Member]
       
Net sales:        
Total net sales $ 150.4 $ 162.1 $ 309.4 $ 324.0