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DEBT (Details 2)

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DEBT (Details 2)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
3 Months Ended 0 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2013
USD ($)
Mar. 31, 2012
USD ($)
Mar. 31, 2013
HUNTSMAN INTERNATIONAL LLC AND SUBSIDIARIES
USD ($)
Mar. 31, 2012
HUNTSMAN INTERNATIONAL LLC AND SUBSIDIARIES
USD ($)
Mar. 04, 2013
5.50% Senior Notes due 2016
HUNTSMAN INTERNATIONAL LLC AND SUBSIDIARIES
USD ($)
Mar. 26, 2012
7.50% Senior Subordinated Notes due 2015
HUNTSMAN INTERNATIONAL LLC AND SUBSIDIARIES
USD ($)
Mar. 26, 2012
7.50% Senior Subordinated Notes due 2015
HUNTSMAN INTERNATIONAL LLC AND SUBSIDIARIES
EUR (€)
Redemption of Notes and Loss on Early Extinguishment of Debt              
Principal Amount of Notes Redeemed         $ 200 $ 86 € 64
Amount Paid (Excluding Accrued Interest)         200 87 65
Loss on early extinguishment of debt $ 35 $ 1 $ 35 $ 1 $ 34 $ 1  
Interest rate on long-term debt (as a percent)         5.50% 7.50% 7.50%