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Segment, Product and Geographic Information (Details Textual) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | Dec. 31, 2013 | Dec. 31, 2012
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Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] |  |
Allowance for sales returns and discounts, accounts receivable related party (in dollars) | $ 427 | $ 342

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- Definition A valuation allowance for receivables due a company that are expected to be uncollectible. + References No definition available. + Details
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Namespace Prefix: | himx_
Data Type: | xbrli:monetaryItemType
Balance Type: | credit
Period Type: | instant

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Balance Type: | na
Period Type: | duration