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Divestitures and Other Transactions (Schedule of cash flow information of discontinued operations) (Performance Chemicals) (Details) - Performance Chemicals [Member] - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items] |  |
Depreciation | $ 126 | $ 248
Amortization of intangible assets | 2 | 3
Purchases of property, plant and equipment | $ 235 | $ 525

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