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Discontinued Operations - Additional Information (Details) shares in Millions | 8 Months Ended
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May 12, 2017 shares
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items] |
Distribution of shares | 170
Valvoline Inc. [Member] |
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items] |
Distribution of shares | 170

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