Accrued and other current liabilities (Tables)

6 Months Ended

Jun. 30, 2013

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Schedule of Accrued and Other Current Liabilities

	December 31, 2012		June 30, 2013
	(In thousands)
Employee benefits	$	7,611	$	5,562
Professional fees and legal settlements		2,805		3,155
Income taxes payable to Valhi		270		—
Other		2,063		2,046
Total	$	12,749	$	10,763