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Segment Information - Divisions - Additional Information (Detail) - Venezuela [member] | 6 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2018 | Jun. 30, 2017
Disclosure of Operating Segments [Line Items] |  |
Adjustment in respect of price growth in Venezuela | 1.30% | 0.00%
Price growth prior to Venezuela adjustment | 1.50% |
Exchange rate impact prior to Venezuela adjustment | (10.10%) |
Foods & Refreshment [member] |  |
Disclosure of Operating Segments [Line Items] |  |
Adjustment in respect of price growth in Venezuela | 3.10% |

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