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Basis of Presentation, Significant Accounting Polices and Practicies and Recent Accounting Pronouncements (Details)	Mar. 31, 2017
Spectrum Brands [Member]
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Noncontrolling Interest, Ownership Percentage by Noncontrolling Owners	41.60%
FGL [Member]
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Noncontrolling Interest, Ownership Percentage by Noncontrolling Owners	19.60%

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