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Commitments and Contingencies - Environmental Laws and Regulations - Additional Information (Detail) | 6 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2016 USD ($)
Loss Contingencies [Line Items] |
Penalties imposed on inspections | $ 100,000
Minimum [Member] | Natrium West Virginia And Lake Charles South Facility [Member] |
Loss Contingencies [Line Items] |
Period during which facilities are operational | 65 years

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