Third-quarter 2012 consolidated net sales of $7.4 billion were 9% lower than the prior year reflecting 5% lower volume, 4% negative currency impact and a 1% net reduction from portfolio changes, partly offset by 1% higher local prices. Third-quarter 2012 income from continuing operations was a loss of $40 million versus income of $376 million in 2011. Excluding significant items, income from continuing operations was $302 million down $277 million, or 48%, from $579 million in the third quarter 2011.
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