Investments in Non-consolidated Affiliates - Combined Results of Operations of Equity Method Investments (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
	Oct. 31, 2013	Oct. 31, 2012	Oct. 31, 2011
Equity Method Investments and Joint Ventures [Abstract]
Net sales	$ 448	$ 704	$ 938
Costs, expenses, and income tax expense	412	726	1,069
Net income (loss)	$ 36	$ (22)	$ (131)