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Discontinued Operations
9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2013
Discontinued Operations
4. Discontinued Operations

In 2011, the Company completed the sale of the Golf business (the “Golf business”) and the tax-free spin-off (the “Spin-Off”) of Fortune Brands Home & Security, Inc. (“Home & Security”). The Spin-Off and the sale of the Golf business are together referred to herein as the “Separation Transactions.”

In 2013 and 2012, we recorded amounts related to discontinued operations. In 2013, costs primarily related to an increase in an estimated environmental obligation related to a business disposed of prior to 2011. In 2012, costs primarily relate to additional tax expense associated with the Golf business.

Additional adjustments may be recorded in future periods as we continue to settle indemnification liabilities related to discontinued operations (primarily related to the Golf business sold in 2011).