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Divestitures and Other Transactions (Narrative) (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified |  | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2014 GLS/Vinyls [Member] | Mar. 31, 2014 Performance Chemicals [Member] | Mar. 31, 2013 Performance Coatings [Member]
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items] |  |  |
Proceeds from sale of business - net | $ 543 |  |
Separation related transaction costs |  | 16 |
Pre-tax gain on sale of discontinued operation |  |  | 2,683
After-tax gain on sale of discontinued operation |  |  | $ 1,942

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