Note 5 - Receivables, Net (Detail) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Expected Customer Settlements in Lieu of Cash Payments [Text Block]	$ 70
Expected Customer Settlements in Lieu of Cash Payments		$ 99

Other current liabilities amounts owed customers in the form of rebates expected customer settlements in lieu of cash payments.

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