Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2014	Jun. 30, 2013	Jun. 30, 2014	Jun. 30, 2013
Net earnings (loss)	$ 258	$ 133	$ 453	$ 275
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax
Unrealized gain (loss) on marketable securities	0	0	0	0
Foreign currency translation	(22)	26	(17)	(5)
Gain (loss) from cash flow hedges	(3)	2	(6)	3
Pension and postretirement benefits	(14)	0	(26)	0
Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax	(39)	28	(49)	(2)
Total comprehensive income (loss), net of tax	219	161	404	273
Comprehensive (income) loss attributable to noncontrolling interests	1	0	2	0
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to Celanese Corporation	$ 220	$ 161	$ 406	$ 273