XML 100 R20.htm IDEA: XBRL DOCUMENT v2.4.0.6
Derivative Instruments (Notes)
 12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2012
Derivative Instruments [Abstract]  
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Text Block]
Derivative Instruments

The Company uses derivative instruments, specifically, forward foreign exchange contracts, to manage the risk associated with the volatility of future cash flows denominated in Mexican pesos. The foreign exchange contracts will be used to mitigate the impact of exchange rate fluctuations on forecasted purchases of inventory from Mexico and are designated as cash flow hedging instruments. As of December 31, 2012, the fair value of the Company's foreign currency derivatives, which is included on the Consolidated Balance Sheet in prepaid expenses and other current assets, is $161. As of December 31, 2012, $87 of gains related to cash flow hedges are recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income, net of taxes and are expected to be recognized in earnings at the same time the hedged items affect earnings. As of December 31, 2012, none of the Company's hedging activities were considered ineffective and thus no gains and losses from hedging activities were recognized in the Consolidated Statement of Income.