Quarterly report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)

EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS (Details 2)

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EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS (Details 2) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2013
Mar. 31, 2012
Reclassification from accumulated other comprehensive loss    
Cost of goods sold $ 2,353 $ 2,363
Selling, general and administrative expenses 226 221
Research and development 36 39
Employee benefits | Reclassification out of accumulated other comprehensive loss
   
Reclassification from accumulated other comprehensive loss    
Cost of goods sold 9 4
Selling, general and administrative expenses 8 4
Research and development 1 1
HUNTSMAN INTERNATIONAL LLC AND SUBSIDIARIES
   
Reclassification from accumulated other comprehensive loss    
Cost of goods sold 2,349 2,359
Selling, general and administrative expenses 224 219
Research and development 36 39
HUNTSMAN INTERNATIONAL LLC AND SUBSIDIARIES | Employee benefits | Reclassification out of accumulated other comprehensive loss
   
Reclassification from accumulated other comprehensive loss    
Cost of goods sold 10 5
Selling, general and administrative expenses 8 4
Research and development $ 1 $ 1