Registration of securities issued in business combination transactions

GENERAL (Details)

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GENERAL (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
3 Months Ended 12 Months Ended 0 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2014
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Dec. 31, 2013
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Sep. 17, 2013
Rockwood Holdings, Inc.
Forecast
Sep. 17, 2013
Rockwood Holdings, Inc.
Forecast
Jun. 30, 2013
Rockwood Holdings, Inc.
Forecast
GENERAL          
Number of Chinese chemical companies 3 3      
Number of business segments 5 5      
GENERAL          
Cash payments     $ 1,100 $ 1,050  
Unfunded pension liabilities         $ 225