Commitments and Contingencies (Details 2) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
6 Months Ended |
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Jun. 30, 2014
ClassActions
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Commercial Litigation - Ceradyne Inc.
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Loss contingencies | |
Number of purported class actions filed | 4 |
Commercial Litigation - Ceradyne Inc. California Superior Court
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Loss contingencies | |
Number of purported class actions filed | 2 |
Commercial Litigation - Ceradyne Inc. Delaware Chancery Court
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Loss contingencies | |
Number of purported class actions filed | 2 |
Commercial Litigation - TransWeb Corporation
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Loss contingencies | |
Number of counts jury did not rule in favor of Transweb | 1 |
Number of 3M patents unenforceable due to inequitable conduct | 2 |
Potential maximum loss exposure due to judgment against 3M | $ 26 |