Valuation and Qualifying Accounts of Lorillard, Inc. and Subsidiaries (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2010	Dec. 31, 2009
Movement in Valuation Allowances and Reserves
Beginning Balance	$ 3	$ 3	$ 2
Charged to Costs and Expenses	193	177	175
Deductions	194	177	174
Ending Balance	2	3	3
Allowance for discounts [Member]
Movement in Valuation Allowances and Reserves
Beginning Balance	1	1	0
Charged to Costs and Expenses	193	177	175
Deductions	193	177	174
Ending Balance	1	1	1
Allowance for doubtful accounts [Member]
Movement in Valuation Allowances and Reserves
Beginning Balance	2	2	2
Deductions	1	0	0
Ending Balance	$ 1	$ 2	$ 2