McCormick & Company (MKC) 10-K 29 Jan 15 2014 FY Annual report Financial data

Document_And_Entity_Informatio

Document And Entity Information (USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014	31-May-14	Dec. 31, 2014
Entity Registrant Name	MCCORMICK & CO INC
Trading Symbol	mkc
Entity Central Index Key	63754
Current Fiscal Year End Date	-19
Entity Filer Category	Large Accelerated Filer
Document Type	10-K
Document Period End Date	30-Nov-14
Document Fiscal Year Focus	2014
Document Fiscal Period Focus	FY
Amendment Flag	FALSE
Entity Public Float		$9,364,251,283
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer	Yes
Entity Voluntary Filers	No
Entity Current Reporting Status	Yes
Common Stock [Member]
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding			11,963,137
Entity Public Float		859,593,668
Common Stock Non-Voting [Member]
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding			116,305,343
Entity Public Float		$8,504,657,615

Consolidated_Income_Statement

Consolidated Income Statement (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
Income Statement [Abstract]
Net sales	$4,243.20	$4,123.40	$4,014.20
Cost of goods sold	2,513	2,457.60	2,396.40
Gross profit	1,730.20	1,665.80	1,617.80
Selling, general and administrative expense	1,122	1,075	1,039.50
Special charges	5.2	25	0
Loss on voluntary pension settlement	0	15.3	0
Operating income	603	550.5	578.3
Interest expense	49.7	53.3	54.6
Other income, net	1.1	2.2	2.4
Income from consolidated operations before income taxes	554.4	499.4	526.1
Income taxes	145.9	133.6	139.8
Net income from consolidated operations	408.5	365.8	386.3
Income from unconsolidated operations	29.4	23.2	21.5
Net income	$437.90	$389	$407.80
Earnings per share–basic (usd per share)	$3.37	$2.94	$3.07
Earnings per share–diluted (usd per share)	$3.34	$2.91	$3.04

Consolidated_Statement_of_Comp

Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME [Abstract]
Net income	$437.90	$389	$407.80
Net income attributable to non-controlling interest	2.5	1.3	1.9
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Adjustment, before Tax	-89	235.6	-126.9
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Adjustment, Net of Tax	-134.1	-3.5	-15.5
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Derivatives Qualifying as Hedges, before Tax	5.7	11.8	-2.4
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Tax, Portion Attributable to Parent	31.2	-87.1	43
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax	-186.2	156.8	-101.8
Comprehensive income	$254.20	$547.10	$307.90

Consolidated_Balance_Sheet

Consolidated Balance Sheet (USD $)	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents	$77.30	$63
Trade accounts receivable, less allowances of $4.0 for 2014 and $4.1 for 2013	493.6	495.5
Inventories	713.8	676.9
Prepaid expenses and other current assets	131.5	134.8
Total current assets	1,416.20	1,370.20
Property, plant and equipment, net	602.7	576.6
Goodwill	1,722.20	1,798.50
Intangible assets, net	330.8	333.4
Investments and other assets	342.4	371
Total assets	4,414.30	4,449.70
Liabilities
Short-term borrowings	269.6	211.6
Current portion of long-term debt	1.2	2.5
Trade accounts payable	372.1	387.3
Other accrued liabilities	479.1	461.7
Total current liabilities	1,122	1,063.10
Long-term debt	1,014.10	1,019
Other long-term liabilities	468.8	419.9
Total liabilities	2,604.90	2,502
Shareholders’ equity
Retained earnings	982.6	970.4
Accumulated other comprehensive loss	-186	-0.3
Non-controlling interests	17.2	15.2
Total shareholders’ equity	1,809.40	1,947.70
Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity	4,414.30	4,449.70
Common Stock [Member]
Shareholders’ equity
Common stock	367.2	352.8
Common Stock Non-Voting [Member]
Shareholders’ equity
Common stock	$628.40	$609.60

Consolidated_Balance_Sheet_Par

Consolidated Balance Sheet (Parenthetical) (USD $)	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Trade accounts receivable, allowances	$4	$4.10
Common Stock [Member]
Common stock, par value (usd per share)
Common stock, shares authorized	320	320
Common stock, shares issued	12	12.1
Common stock, shares outstanding	12	12.1
Common Stock Non-Voting [Member]
Common stock, par value (usd per share)
Common stock, shares authorized	320	320
Common stock, shares issued	116.4	119
Common stock, shares outstanding	116.4	119

Consolidated_Cash_Flow_Stateme

Consolidated Cash Flow Statement (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
Operating activities
Net income	$437.90	$389	$407.80
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization	102.7	106	102.8
Stock-based compensation	18.2	18.7	20.2
Special charges	5.2	25	0
Loss on voluntary pension settlement	0	15.3	0
Loss on sale of assets	1.3	0.3	0.8
Deferred income taxes	6.1	-15.3	24.3
Income from unconsolidated operations	-29.4	-23.2	-21.5
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Trade accounts receivable	-16.4	-29.2	-38.8
Inventories	-54.4	-59.9	1.2
Trade accounts payable	-6.7	12.1	8.2
Other assets and liabilities	23.3	21.8	-65.6
Dividends received from unconsolidated affiliates	15.8	4.6	15.6
Net cash provided by operating activities	503.6	465.2	455
Investing activities
Acquisitions of businesses and joint venture interests	0	-142.3	0
Capital expenditures	-132.7	-99.9	-110.3
Proceeds from sale of property, plant and equipment	1.1	2.5	1.3
Net cash used in investing activities	-131.6	-239.7	-109
Financing activities
Short-term borrowings, net	57.7	71.9	-76.6
Long-term debt borrowings	0	246.2	0.8
Long-term debt repayments	-1.6	-251.4	-4.7
Proceeds from exercised stock options	31.7	44.7	53.1
Common stock acquired by purchase	-244.3	-177.4	-132.2
Dividends paid	-192.4	-179.9	-164.7
Net cash used in financing activities	-348.9	-245.9	-324.3
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents	-8.8	4.4	3.4
Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents	14.3	-16	25.1
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year	63	79	53.9
Cash and cash equivalents at end of year	$77.30	$63	$79

Consolidated_Statement_Of_Shar

Consolidated Statement Of Shareholders' Equity (USD $)	Total	Common Stock [Member]	Retained Earnings [Member]	Accumulated Other Comprehensive (Loss) Income [Member]	Non-Controlling Interests [Member]	Common Stock Non-Voting [Member]
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	USD ($)	USD ($)	USD ($)	USD ($)	USD ($)	Common Stock [Member]
Balance, Value at Nov. 30, 2011	$1,618.50	$821.90	$838.80	($59)	$16.80
Balance, Shares at Nov. 30, 2011		12.4				120.5
Comprehensive income:
Net income	407.8		407.8
Net income attributable to non-controlling interest	1.9				1.9
Other comprehensive loss, net of tax	-100.9
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax	-101.8
Currency translation adjustment	-15.5				-0.9
Dividends	-168.4		-168.4
Dividends attributable to non-controlling interest	-0.5				-0.5
Stock-based compensation	20.2	20.2
Shares purchased and retired, Shares		-0.6				-2.4
Shares purchased and retired, Value	-169.1	-25.5	-143.6
Shares issued, including tax benefit , Shares		2				0.6
Shares issued, including tax benefit, Value	91.6	91.6
Equal exchange, shares		-1.4				1.4
Equal exchange, amount	0
Balance, Value at Nov. 30, 2012	1,700.20	908.2	934.6	-159.9	17.3
Balance, Shares at Nov. 30, 2012		12.4				120.1
Comprehensive income:
Net income	389		389
Net income attributable to non-controlling interest	1.3				1.3
Other comprehensive loss, net of tax	159.6
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax	156.8
Currency translation adjustment	-3.5				-2.8
Dividends	-183.3		-183.3
Dividends attributable to non-controlling interest	-0.6				-0.6
Stock-based compensation	18.7	18.7
Shares purchased and retired, Shares		-0.3				-2.5
Shares purchased and retired, Value	-189.4	-19.5	-169.9
Shares issued, including tax benefit , Shares		1.1				0.3
Shares issued, including tax benefit, Value	55	55
Equal exchange, shares		-1.1				1.1
Equal exchange, amount	0
Balance, Value at Nov. 30, 2013	1,947.70	962.4	970.4	-0.3	15.2
Balance, Shares at Nov. 30, 2013		12.1				119
Comprehensive income:
Net income	437.9		437.9
Net income attributable to non-controlling interest	2.5				2.5
Other comprehensive loss, net of tax	-185.7
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax	-186.2
Currency translation adjustment	-134.1				-0.5
Dividends	-195.2		-195.2
Stock-based compensation	18.2	18.2
Shares purchased and retired, Shares		-0.2				-3.5
Shares purchased and retired, Value	-255.8	-25.3	-230.5
Shares issued, including tax benefit , Shares		0.8				0.2
Shares issued, including tax benefit, Value	40.3	40.3
Equal exchange, shares		-0.7				0.7
Equal exchange, amount	0
Balance, Value at Nov. 30, 2014	$1,809.40	$995.60	$982.60	($186)	$17.20
Balance, Shares at Nov. 30, 2014		12				116.4

Consolidated_Statement_Of_Shar1

Consolidated Statement Of Shareholders' Equity (Parenthetical) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012	Nov. 30, 2011
Statement of Stockholders' Equity [Abstract]
Change in derivative financial instruments, tax
Unrealized components of pension plans, tax
Shares issued, tax benefit	$9	$12.60	$13.30

Summary_Of_Significant_Account

Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies	SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
	Consolidation
	The financial statements include the accounts of our majority-owned or controlled subsidiaries and affiliates. Intercompany transactions have been eliminated. Investments in unconsolidated affiliates, over which we exercise significant influence, but not control, are accounted for by the equity method. Accordingly, our share of net income or loss of unconsolidated affiliates is included in net income.
	Foreign Currency Translation
	For majority-owned or controlled subsidiaries and affiliates, if located outside of the U.S., with functional currencies other than the U.S. dollar, asset and liability accounts are translated at the rates of exchange at the balance sheet date and the resultant translation adjustments are included in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), a separate component of shareholders’ equity. Income and expense items are translated at average monthly rates of exchange. Gains and losses from foreign currency transactions of these majority-owned or controlled subsidiaries and affiliates-that is, transactions denominated in other than the functional currency-are included in net earnings.
	Our unconsolidated affiliates located outside the U.S. generally use their local currencies as their functional currencies. The asset and liability accounts of those unconsolidated affiliates, and our investment in the net assets of those unconsolidated affiliates, are translated at the rates of exchange at the balance sheet date and the resultant translation adjustments are included in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), a separate component of shareholders’ equity. Our income from these unconsolidated operations is translated at average monthly rates of exchange.
	Use of Estimates
	Preparation of financial statements that follow accounting principles generally accepted in the U.S. requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the financial statements and notes. Actual amounts could differ from these estimates.
	Cash and Cash Equivalents
	All highly liquid investments purchased with an original maturity of three months or less are classified as cash equivalents.
	Inventories
	Inventories are stated at the lower of cost or market. Cost is determined using standard or average costs which approximate the first-in, first-out costing method.
	Property, Plant and Equipment
	Property, plant and equipment is stated at historical cost and depreciated over its estimated useful life using the straight-line method for financial reporting and both accelerated and straight-line methods for tax reporting. The estimated useful lives range from 20 to 40 years for buildings and 3 to 12 years for machinery, equipment and computer software. Repairs and maintenance costs are expensed as incurred.
	We capitalize costs of software developed or obtained for internal use. Capitalized software development costs include only (1) direct costs paid to others for materials and services to develop or buy the software, (2) payroll and payroll-related costs for employees who work directly on the software development project and (3) interest costs while developing the software. Capitalization of these costs stops when the project is substantially complete and ready for use. Software is amortized using the straight-line method over a range of 3 to 8 years, but not exceeding the expected life of the product. We capitalized $11.7 million of software development costs during the year ended November 30, 2014, $16.7 million during the year ended November 30, 2013 and $20.5 million during the year ended November 30, 2012.
	Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets
	We review the carrying value of goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets and conduct tests of impairment on an annual basis as described below. We also test goodwill for impairment if events or circumstances indicate it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is below its carrying amount and test indefinite-lived intangible assets for impairment if events or changes in circumstances indicate that the asset might be impaired. Separable intangible assets that have finite useful lives are amortized over those lives.
	Determining the fair value of a reporting unit or an indefinite-lived purchased intangible asset is judgmental in nature and involves the use of significant estimates and assumptions. These estimates and assumptions include revenue growth rates and operating margins used to calculate projected future cash flows, risk-adjusted discount rates, assumed royalty rates, future economic and market conditions and determination of appropriate market comparables. We base our fair value estimates on assumptions we believe to be reasonable but that are unpredictable and inherently uncertain. Actual future results may differ from these estimates.
	Goodwill Impairment
	Our reporting units used to assess potential goodwill impairment are the same as our business segments. We calculate fair value of a reporting unit by using a discounted cash flow model and then compare that to the carrying amount of the reporting unit, including intangible assets and goodwill. If the carrying amount of the reporting unit exceeds the calculated fair value, then we would determine the implied fair value of the reporting unit’s goodwill. An impairment charge would be recognized to the extent the carrying amount of goodwill exceeds the implied fair value.
	Indefinite-lived Intangible Asset Impairment
	Our indefinite-lived intangible assets consist of brand names and trademarks. We calculate fair value by using a relief-from-royalty method or discounted cash flow model and then compare that to the carrying amount of the indefinite-lived intangible asset. If the carrying amount of the indefinite-lived intangible asset exceeds its fair value, an impairment charge would be recorded to the extent the recorded indefinite-lived intangible asset exceeds the fair value.
	Long-lived Fixed Asset Impairment
	Fixed assets and amortizable intangible assets are reviewed for impairment as events or changes in circumstances occur indicating that the carrying value of the asset may not be recoverable. Undiscounted cash flow analyses are used to determine if an impairment exists. If an impairment is determined to exist, the loss is calculated based on estimated fair value.
	Revenue Recognition
	We recognize revenue when we have an agreement with the customer; upon either shipment or delivery, depending upon contractual terms; and when the sales price is fixed or determinable and collectability is reasonably assured. We reduce revenue for estimated product returns, allowances and price discounts based on historical experience and contractual terms.
	Trade allowances, consisting primarily of customer pricing allowances, merchandising funds and consumer coupons, are offered through various programs to customers and consumers. Revenue is recorded net of trade allowances.
	Trade accounts receivable are amounts billed and currently due from customers. We have an allowance for doubtful accounts to reduce our receivables to their net realizable value. We estimate the allowance for doubtful accounts based on the aging of our receivables and our history of collections.
	Shipping and Handling
	Shipping and handling costs on our products sold to customers are included in selling, general and administrative expense in the income statement. Shipping and handling expense was $100.3 million, $96.9 million and $94.8 million for 2014, 2013 and 2012, respectively.
	Research and Development
	Research and development costs are expensed as incurred and are included in selling, general and administrative expense in the income statement. Research and development expense was $62.0 million, $61.3 million and $57.8 million for 2014, 2013 and 2012, respectively.
	Brand Marketing Support
	Total brand marketing support costs, which are included in selling, general and administrative expense in the income statement, were $226.6 million, $207.8 million and $198.3 million for 2014, 2013 and 2012, respectively. Brand marketing support costs include advertising, promotions and customer trade funds used for cooperative advertising. Promotion costs include public relations, shopper marketing, social marketing activities, general consumer promotion activities and depreciation on assets used in these promotional activities. Advertising costs include the development, production and communication of advertisements through television, digital, print and radio. Development and production costs are expensed in the period in which the advertisement is first run. All other costs of advertisement are expensed as incurred. Advertising expense was $100.4 million, $85.0 million and $86.2 million for 2014, 2013 and 2012, respectively.
	Employee Benefit and Retirement Plans
	We sponsor defined benefit pension plans in the U.S. and certain foreign locations. In addition, we sponsor defined contribution plans in the U.S. and contribute to government-sponsored retirement plans in locations outside the U.S. We also currently provide postretirement medical and life insurance benefits to certain U.S. employees.
	We recognize the overfunded or underfunded status of our defined benefit pension plans as an asset or a liability in the balance sheet, with changes in the funded status recorded through comprehensive income in the year in which those changes occur.
	The expected return on plan assets is determined using the expected rate of return and a calculated value of plan assets referred to as the market-related value of plan assets. Differences between assumed and actual returns are amortized to the market-related value of assets on a straight-line basis over five years.
	We use the corridor approach in the valuation of defined benefit pension plans. The corridor approach defers all actuarial gains and losses resulting from variances between actual results and actuarial assumptions. For defined benefit pension plans, these unrecognized gains and losses are amortized when the net gains and losses exceed 10% of the greater of the market-related value of plan assets or the projected benefit obligation at the beginning of the year. The amount in excess of the corridor is amortized over the average remaining service period to retirement date of active plan participants.
	Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements
	In May 2014, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2014-09 Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606). This guidance is intended to improve and converge with international standards the financial reporting requirements for revenue from contracts with customers. It will be effective for our first quarter of 2018 and early adoption is not permitted. We have not yet determined the impact from adoption of this new accounting pronouncement on our financial statements.
	In February 2013, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2013-02 Comprehensive Income (Topic 220): Reporting of Amounts Reclassified Out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income. This guidance is intended to provide disclosure on items reclassified out of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) either in the notes or parenthetically on the face of the income statement. We adopted this new accounting pronouncement in 2014 and have included the necessary disclosures in note 9, Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss. There was no impact on our financial statements from adoption, other than the additional disclosures.

Acquisitions

Acquisitions	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Equity Method Investments and Joint Ventures [Abstract]
Acquisitions	ACQUISITIONS
	Acquisitions are part of our strategy to increase sales and profits.
	On May 31, 2013, we completed the purchase of the assets of Wuhan Asia-Pacific Condiments Co. Ltd. (WAPC), a privately held company based in China, for $144.8 million, which included $142.3 million of cash paid, net of closing adjustments, and the assumption of $2.5 million of liabilities. The acquisition was financed with a combination of cash and debt. WAPC manufactures and markets DaQiao and ChuShiLe brand bouillon products, which have a leading position in the central region of China. WAPC is included in our consumer business segment from the date of acquisition. At the time of acquisition, annual sales of WAPC were approximately $122 million. During the second quarter of 2014, we completed the final valuation of the assets of WAPC which resulted in $26.9 million allocated to tangible net assets, $46.1 million allocated to other intangible assets and $71.8 million allocated to goodwill. The completion of the final valuation did not result in material changes to our consolidated income statement or our consolidated balance sheet from our preliminary purchase price allocation. Goodwill related to the WAPC acquisition is not deductible for tax purposes. During the years ended November 30, 2013 and 2012, we recorded $4.3 million and $1.7 million, respectively, in transaction-related expenses associated with the WAPC acquisition in selling, general and administrative expenses in our income statement.
	Proforma financial information for the Wuhan acquisition has not been presented because the financial impact is not material.

Special_Charges_Special_Charge

Special Charges Special Charges	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Special Charges [Abstract]
Special Charges [Text Block]	3.  SPECIAL CHARGES
	In the fourth quarter of 2013, we announced a reorganization in parts of the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region to further improve EMEA’s profitability and process standardization while supporting its competitiveness and long-term growth. These actions include the closure of our current sales and distribution operations in The Netherlands, with the transition to a third-party distributor model to continue to sell the Silvo® brand, as well as actions intended to streamline selling, general and administrative activities throughout EMEA, including the centralization of certain shared service activity across parts of the region into Poland.
	In 2014, we recorded $2.1 million of charges associated with this previously announced EMEA reorganization, with $1.1 million related to employee severance and $1.0 million for other exit costs. For 2013, we recorded $25.0 million of charges related to this reorganization. For both years, these charges have been included on a separate line in the consolidated income statement. Of the $25.0 million of special charges recognized in 2013, $15.9 million related to employee severance, $6.4 million to asset write-downs, and $2.7 million to other exit costs.
	These reorganization actions in the EMEA region are expected to generate annual cost savings of approximately $10 million when completed in 2015. Total cash expenditures for the EMEA reorganization were $10.7 million in 2014 and are expected to be approximately $10 million in 2015. Of the $2.1 million of special charges recognized with respect to this reorganization in 2014, all have been recorded in the consumer business segment. Of the $25.0 million of special charges recognized in 2013, $22.2 million were recorded in the consumer business segment and $2.8 million were recorded in the industrial business segment.
	The $6.4 million asset write-down included in the $25.0 million special charge for 2013 relates to an impairment charge for the reduction in the value of our Silvo brand name in The Netherlands. Our decision to transition to a third-party distributor model to continue to sell the Silvo brand led us to conclude an impairment indicator to the Silvo brand was present. We calculated the fair value of the Silvo brand using the relief-from-royalty method and determined that it was lower than its carrying value. Consequently, we recorded a non-cash impairment charge of $6.4 million as part of the $22.2 million in special charges included in our consumer business segment during the fourth quarter of 2013. The carrying value of the Silvo brand name as of November 30, 2014 is not significant.
	The following table outlines the major components of accrual balances relating to the special charges associated with this EMEA reorganization as of November 30, 2013 and November 30, 2014 (in millions):
		Employee severance			Other exit costs			Total
	Balance as of November 30, 2013	$	15.9		$	2.7		$	18.6
	Special charges	1.1			1			2.1
	Amounts utilized	(7.7		)	(3.0		)	(10.7		)
	Balance as of November 30, 2014	$	9.3		$	0.7		$	10
	In 2014, we continued to evaluate changes to our organizational structure to enable us to reduce fixed costs, simplify or improve processes, and improve our competitiveness. In addition to the $2.1 million of special charges recognized in 2014 related to the previously announced EMEA reorganization, we also undertook reorganization actions in the U.S. and Australian businesses in 2014 and recognized an additional $3.1 million of special charges, consisting of the following: (1) During the third quarter of 2014, we recorded special charges in the amount of $1.3 million, principally related to employee severance, to realign certain manufacturing operations in the U.S. industrial business. Cash expenditures in 2014 associated with this action totaled $0.4 million. We expect that this action will be completed by 2015 and, upon completion, generate annual savings of approximately $2.3 million. (2) During the fourth quarter of 2014, we recorded special charges in the Australian business in the amount of $0.7 million, all related to the consumer segment business, consisting of employee severance and related expenses, to streamline costs through the elimination of certain manufacturing and administrative positions. Cash expenditures in 2014 associated with this reorganization totaled $0.2 million. We expect that this reorganization will be completed in 2015 and, upon completion, generate annual savings of approximately $0.8 million. (3) During the fourth quarter of 2014, we recorded special charges of $1.1 million, consisting of employee severance and related expenses, to eliminate certain administrative positions in the U.S. business. Of the $1.1 million in special charges, $0.9 million and $0.2 million related to the consumer business segment and industrial business segment, respectively. Cash expenditures in 2014 associated with this action totaled $0.2 million. We expect that this action will be completed in 2015 and, upon completion, generate annual savings of approximately $1.2 million.

Goodwill_And_Intangible_Assets

Goodwill And Intangible Assets	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Goodwill And Intangible Assets [Abstract ]
Goodwill And Intangible Assets	GOODWILL AND INTANGIBLE ASSETS
	The following table displays intangible assets as of November 30, 2014 and 2013:
		2014						2013
	(millions)	Gross			Accumulated			Gross		Accumulated
		carrying			amortization			carrying		amortization
		amount						amount
	Finite-lived intangible assets	$	94.7		$	34.7		$	93.9	$	30.2
	Indefinite-lived intangible assets:
	Goodwill	1,722.20						1,798.50
	Brand names and trademarks	270.8						269.7
		1,993.00						2,068.20
	Total goodwill and intangible assets	$	2,087.70		$	34.7		$	2,162.10	$	30.2
	Intangible asset amortization expense was $5.6 million, $5.2 million and $4.3 million for 2014, 2013 and 2012, respectively. At November 30, 2014, finite-lived intangible assets had a weighted-average remaining life of approximately 13 years.
	The changes in the carrying amount of goodwill by segment for the years ended November 30, 2014 and 2013 were as follows:
		2014						2013
	(millions)	Consumer			Industrial			Consumer		Industrial
	Beginning of year	$	1,654.70		$	143.8		$	1,551.00	$	144.3
	Changes in purchase price allocation	(6.1		)	—			—		—
	Goodwill acquired	—			—			77.9		—
	Foreign currency fluctuations and other	(67.5		)	(2.7		)	25.8		(0.5		)
	End of year	$	1,581.10		$	141.1		$	1,654.70	$	143.8

Investments_In_Affiliates

Investments In Affiliates	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Investments In Affiliates [Abstract]
Investments In Affiliates	INVESTMENTS IN AFFILIATES
	Summarized annual and year-end information from the financial statements of unconsolidated affiliates representing 100% of the businesses follows:
	(millions)	2014		2013		2012
	Net sales	$	766.6	$	761.4	$	727.1
	Gross profit	275.7		256.9		229.2
	Net income	67.5		53.8		47.1
	Current assets	$	320.1	$	288.9	$	274.4
	Noncurrent assets	123.6		128.4		104.2
	Current liabilities	137.2		141		129.9
	Noncurrent liabilities	6.3		7.2		20.5
	Our share of undistributed earnings of unconsolidated affiliates was $96.7 million at November 30, 2014. Royalty income from unconsolidated affiliates was $18.7 million, $18.4 million and $17.1 million for 2014, 2013 and 2012, respectively.
	Our principal earnings from unconsolidated affiliates is from our 50% interest in McCormick de Mexico, S.A. de C.V. Profit from this joint venture represented 91% of income from unconsolidated operations in 2014, 78% in 2013 and 82% in 2012.

Financing_Arrangements

Financing Arrangements	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Financing Arrangements [Abstract]
Financing Arrangements	FINANCING ARRANGEMENTS
	Our outstanding debt was as follows at November 30:
	(millions)	2014			2013
	Short-term borrowings
	Commercial paper	$	239.4		$	200.3
	Other	30.2			11.3
		$	269.6		$	211.6
	Weighted-average interest rate of short-term borrowings at year-end	1.3		%	0.7		%
	Long-term debt
	5.20% notes due 12/15/2015(1)	$	200		$	200
	5.75% notes due 12/15/2017(2)	250			250
	3.90% notes due 7/8/2021(3)	250			250
	3.50% notes due 8/19/2023(4)	250			250
	7.63%–8.12% notes due 2024	55			55
	Other	8.5			10.8
	Unamortized discounts and fair value adjustments	1.8			5.7
		1,015.30			1,021.50
	Less current portion	1.2			2.5
		$	1,014.10		$	1,019.00
	-1	The fixed interest rate on $100 million of the 5.20% notes due in 2015 is effectively converted to a variable rate by interest rate swaps through 2015. Net interest payments are based on 3 month LIBOR minus 0.05% during this period (our effective rate as of November 30, 2014 was 0.19%).
	-2	Interest rate swaps, settled upon the issuance of these notes in 2007, effectively fixed the interest rate on the $250 million notes at a weighted-average fixed rate of 6.25%.
	-3	Interest rate swaps, settled upon the issuance of these notes in 2011, effectively fixed the interest rate on the $250 million notes at a weighted-average fixed rate of 4.01%.
	-4	Interest rate swaps, settled upon the issuance of these notes in 2013, effectively fixed the interest rate on the $250 million notes at a weighted-average fixed rate of 3.30%.
	Maturities of long-term debt during the fiscal years subsequent to November 30, 2014 are as follows (in millions):
	2016	$	200.6
	2017	0.7
	2018	250.7
	2019	0.8
	Thereafter	559.5
	In August 2013, we issued $250 million of 3.50% notes due 2023, with net cash proceeds received of $246.2 million. Interest is payable semiannually in arrears in March and September of each year. Of these notes, $175 million were subject to interest rate hedges as further disclosed in note 7. The net proceeds from this offering, plus cash on hand, were used to pay off $250 million of 5.25% notes that matured in September 2013.
	We have available credit facilities with domestic and foreign banks for various purposes. Some of these lines are committed lines and others are uncommitted lines and could be withdrawn at various times. In June 2011, we entered into a five-year $600 million revolving credit facility, which will expire in June 2016. The pricing for this credit facility, on a fully drawn basis, is LIBOR plus 0.875%. This credit facility supports our commercial paper program and we have $360.6 million of capacity at November 30, 2014, after $239.4 million was used to support issued commercial paper. In addition, we have several uncommitted lines which have a total unused capacity at November 30, 2014 of $125.4 million. These lines by their nature can be withdrawn based on the lenders’ discretion. Committed credit facilities require a fee, and annual commitment fees were $0.5 million for 2014 and 2013.
	Rental expense under operating leases (primarily buildings and equipment) was $40.3 million in 2014, $37.6 million in 2013 and $32.7 million in 2012. Future annual fixed rental payments for the years ending November 30 are as follows (in millions):
	2015	$	23.4
	2016	17.6
	2017	13.9
	2018	11.3
	2019	8.5
	Thereafter	17.6
	At November 30, 2014, we had guarantees outstanding of $0.6 million with terms of one year or less. At November 30, 2014 and 2013, we had outstanding letters of credit of $8.1 million and $61.9 million, respectively. These letters of credit typically act as a guarantee of payment to certain third parties in accordance with specified terms and conditions. The unused portion of our letter of credit facility was $12.9 million at November 30, 2014.

Financial_Instruments

Financial Instruments	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Derivative Instrument Detail [Abstract]
Financial Instruments	FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
	We use derivative financial instruments to enhance our ability to manage risk, including foreign currency and interest rate exposures, which exist as part of our ongoing business operations. We do not enter into contracts for trading purposes, nor are we a party to any leveraged derivative instrument and all derivatives are designated as hedges. We are not a party to master netting arrangements, and we do not offset the fair value of derivative contracts with the same counterparty in our financial statement disclosures. The use of derivative financial instruments is monitored through regular communication with senior management and the use of written guidelines.
	Foreign Currency
	We are potentially exposed to foreign currency fluctuations affecting net investments, transactions and earnings denominated in foreign currencies. We selectively hedge the potential effect of these foreign currency fluctuations by entering into foreign currency exchange contracts with highly-rated financial institutions.
	Contracts which are designated as hedges of anticipated purchases denominated in a foreign currency (generally purchases of raw materials in U.S. dollars by operating units outside the U.S.) are considered cash flow hedges. The gains and losses on these contracts are deferred in accumulated other comprehensive income until the hedged item is recognized in cost of goods sold, at which time the net amount deferred in accumulated other comprehensive income is also recognized in cost of goods sold. Gains and losses from contracts which are designated as hedges of assets, liabilities or firm commitments are recognized through income, offsetting the change in fair value of the hedged item.
	At November 30, 2014, we had foreign currency exchange contracts to purchase or sell $262.7 million of foreign currencies versus $204.9 million at November 30, 2013. All of these contracts were designated as hedges of anticipated purchases denominated in a foreign currency or hedges of foreign currency denominated assets or liabilities. Hedge ineffectiveness was not material. At November 30, 2014, we had $127.1 million of notional contracts that have durations of less than seven days that are used to hedge short-term cash flow funding. The remaining contracts have durations of one to twelve months.
	Interest Rates
	We finance a portion of our operations with both fixed and variable rate debt instruments, primarily commercial paper, notes and bank loans. We utilize interest rate swap agreements to minimize worldwide financing costs and to achieve a desired mix of variable and fixed rate debt.
	In November 2012 and in April and August 2013, we entered into a total of $175 million of forward-starting interest rate swap and Treasury rate lock agreements to manage our interest rate risk associated with the anticipated issuance of fixed rate notes in August 2013. We cash settled all of these agreements, which were designated as cash flow hedges, for a gain of $9.0 million simultaneous with the issuance of the notes at an all-in effective fixed rate of 3.30% on the full $250 million of debt. The gain on these agreements is deferred in accumulated other comprehensive income and will be amortized to reduce interest expense over the life of the notes. Hedge ineffectiveness of these agreements was not material.
	In March 2006, we entered into interest rate swap contracts for a total notional amount of $100 million to receive interest at 5.20% and pay a variable rate of interest based on three-month LIBOR minus 0.05%. We designated these swaps, which expire in December 2015, as fair value hedges of the changes in fair value of $100 million of the $200 million 5.20% medium-term notes due 2015 that we issued in December 2005. Any unrealized gain or loss on these swaps will be offset by a corresponding increase or decrease in the value of the hedged debt. No hedge ineffectiveness is recognized as the interest rate swaps qualify for the “shortcut” treatment as defined under U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
	The following tables disclose the derivative instruments on our balance sheet as of November 30, 2014 and 2013, which are all recorded at fair value:
	As of
	November 30, 2014:
	(millions)	Asset Derivatives							Liability Derivatives
	Derivatives	Balance sheet	Notional amount			Fair value			Balance sheet	Notional amount			Fair value
		location							location
	Interest rate contracts	Other current	$	100		$	7.4		Other accrued liabilities	—			—
		assets
	Foreign exchange contracts	Other current assets	106.3			4.9			Other accrued liabilities	$	156.4		$	1.4
	Total					$	12.3						$	1.4
	As of
	November 30, 2013:
	(millions)	Asset Derivatives							Liability Derivatives
	Derivatives	Balance sheet	Notional amount			Fair value			Balance sheet	Notional amount			Fair value
		location							location
	Interest rate contracts	Other current	$	100		$	12.2		Other accrued liabilities	—			—
		assets
	Foreign exchange contracts	Other current assets	79.2			1.1			Other accrued liabilities	$	125.7		$	1.6
	Total					$	13.3						$	1.6
	The following tables disclose the impact of derivative instruments on other comprehensive income (OCI), accumulated other comprehensive income (AOCI) and our income statement for the years ended November 30, 2014, 2013 and 2012:
	Fair value hedges (millions)
		Income statement	Income (expense)
	Derivative	location	2014			2013			2012
	Interest rate contracts	Interest expense	$	5		$	5		$	4.7
	Cash flow hedges (millions)
		Gain (loss)									Income statement location	Gain (loss)
		recognized in OCI										reclassified from AOCI
	Derivative	2014			2013			2012				2014			2013			2012
	Interest rate contracts	—			$	9.2		$	(0.1	)	Interest expense	$	(0.2	)	$	(1.3	)	$	(1.4	)
	Foreign exchange contracts	$	4.2		1			(2.4		)	Cost of goods sold	(1.1		)	0.3			0.6
	Total	$	4.2		$	10.2		$	(2.5	)		$	(1.3	)	$	(1.0	)	$	(0.8	)
	The amount of gain or loss recognized in income on the ineffective portion of derivative instruments is not material. The net amount of other comprehensive income expected to be reclassified into income related to these contracts in the next twelve months is a $4.3 million increase to earnings.
	Fair Value of Financial Instruments
	The carrying amount and fair value of financial instruments at November 30, 2014 and 2013 were as follows:
		2014						2013
	(millions)	Carrying			Fair			Carrying			Fair
		amount			value			amount			value
	Long-term investments	$	113		$	113		$	103.4		$	103.4
	Long-term debt	1,015.30			1,109.00			1,021.50			1,102.40
	Derivatives related to:
	Interest rates (assets)	7.4			7.4			12.2			12.2
	Foreign currency (assets)	4.9			4.9			1.1			1.1
	Foreign currency (liabilities)	1.4			1.4			1.6			1.6
	Because of their short-term nature, the amounts reported in the balance sheet for cash and cash equivalents, receivables, short-term borrowings and trade accounts payable approximate fair value.
	Investments in affiliates are not readily marketable, and it is not practicable to estimate their fair value. Long-term investments are comprised of fixed income and equity securities held on behalf of employees in certain employee benefit plans and are stated at fair value on the balance sheet. The cost of these investments was $80.1 million and $77.5 million at November 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively.
	Concentrations of Credit Risk
	We are potentially exposed to concentrations of credit risk with trade accounts receivable, prepaid allowances and financial instruments. The customers of our consumer business are predominantly food retailers and food wholesalers. Consolidations in these industries have created larger customers. In addition, competition has increased with the growth in alternative channels including mass merchandisers, dollar stores, warehouse clubs and discount chains. This has caused some customers to be less profitable and increased our exposure to credit risk. We have a large and diverse customer base and, other than with respect to the two customers disclosed in note 16, each of which accounted for greater than 10% of our consolidated sales, there was no material concentration of credit risk in these accounts at November 30, 2014. At November 30, 2014, amounts due from those two customers aggregated approximately 21% of consolidated trade accounts receivable and prepaid allowances. Current credit markets are highly volatile and some of our customers and counterparties are highly leveraged. We continue to closely monitor the credit worthiness of our customers and counterparties and generally do not require collateral. We believe that the allowance for doubtful accounts properly recognized trade receivables at realizable value. We consider nonperformance credit risk for other financial instruments to be insignificant.

Fair_Value_Measurements

Fair Value Measurements	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Fair Value, Assets, Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity Measured on Recurring Basis [Abstract]
Fair Value Measurements	FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS
	Fair value can be measured using valuation techniques, such as the market approach (comparable market prices), the income approach (present value of future income or cash flow) and the cost approach (cost to replace the service capacity of an asset or replacement cost). Accounting standards utilize a fair value hierarchy that prioritizes the inputs to valuation techniques used to measure fair value into three broad levels. The following is a brief description of those three levels:
	•	Level 1:   Observable inputs such as quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.
	•	Level 2:   Inputs other than quoted prices that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly. These include quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities in active markets and quoted prices for identical or similar assets or liabilities in markets that are not active.
	•	Level 3:   Unobservable inputs that reflect management’s own assumptions.
	Our population of assets and liabilities subject to fair value measurements on a recurring basis at November 30, 2014 and 2013 are as follows:
				Fair value measurements using fair
				value hierarchy as of  November 30, 2014
	(millions)	Fair value		Level 1		Level 2		Level 3
	Assets
	Cash and cash equivalents	$	77.3	$	77.3	—		—
	Insurance contracts	104.5		—		$	104.5	—
	Bonds and other long-term investments	8.5		8.5		—		—
	Interest rate derivatives	7.4		—		7.4		—
	Foreign currency derivatives	4.9		—		4.9		—
	Total	$	202.6	$	85.8	$	116.8	—
	Liabilities
	Foreign currency derivatives	$	1.4	—		$	1.4	—
	Total	$	1.4	—		$	1.4	—
				Fair value measurements using fair
				value hierarchy as of November 30, 2013
	(millions)	Fair value		Level 1		Level 2		Level 3
	Assets
	Cash and cash equivalents	$	63	$	63	—		—
	Insurance contracts	90.1		—		$	90.1	—
	Bonds and other long-term investments	13.3		13.3		—		—
	Interest rate derivatives	12.2		—		12.2		—
	Foreign currency derivatives	1.1		—		1.1		—
	Total	$	179.7	$	76.3	$	103.4	—
	Liabilities
	Foreign currency derivatives	$	1.6	—		$	1.6	—
	Total	$	1.6	—		$	1.6	—
	The fair values of insurance contracts are based upon the underlying values of the securities in which they are invested and are from quoted market prices from various stock and bond exchanges for similar type assets. The fair values of bonds and other long-term investments are based on quoted market prices from various stock and bond exchanges. The fair values for interest rate and foreign currency derivatives are based on values for similar instruments using models with market based inputs.

Accumulated_Other_Comprehensiv

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Abstract]
COMPREHENSIVE INCOME	9.  ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE LOSS
	The following table sets forth the components of accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of tax where applicable (in millions):
	(millions)	2014			2013
	Accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of tax where applicable
	Foreign currency translation adjustment	$	32.1		$	165.7
	Unrealized gain (loss) on foreign currency exchange contracts	3			(0.3		)
	Unamortized value of settled interest rate swaps	2.9			2
	Pension and other postretirement costs	(224.0		)	(167.7		)
		$	(186.0	)	$	(0.3	)
	The following table sets forth the amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) and into consolidated net income for the years ended November 30, 2014, 2013 and 2012:
	(millions)												Affected Line Items in the Consolidated Income Statement
	Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Components		2014				2013			2012
	Gains/ (losses) on cash flow hedges:
	Interest rate derivatives		$	(0.2	)		$	(1.3	)	$	(1.4	)	Interest expense
	Foreign exchange contracts		(1.1		)		0.3			0.6			Cost of goods sold
	Total before taxes		(1.3		)		(1.0		)	(0.8		)
	Tax effect		0.3				0.3			0.2			Income taxes
	Net, after tax		$	(1.0	)		$	(0.7	)	$	(0.6	)
	Amortization of pension and postretirement benefit adjustments:
	Amortization of prior service costs (1)		$	0.3			$	(0.8	)	$	(3.5	)	SG&A expense/ Cost of goods sold
	Amortization of net actuarial losses (1)		16.4				36.5			21.6			SG&A expense/ Cost of goods sold
	Total before taxes		16.7				35.7			18.1
	Tax effect		(5.7		)		(12.1		)	(6.2		)	Income taxes
	Net, after tax		$	11			$	23.6		$	11.9
	(1) This accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) component is included in the computation of total pension expense and total other postretirement expense (refer to note 10 for additional details).

Employee_Benefit_And_Retiremen

Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
General Discussion of Pension and Other Postretirement Benefits [Abstract]
Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans	EMPLOYEE BENEFIT AND RETIREMENT PLANS
	We sponsor defined benefit pension plans in the U.S. and certain foreign locations. In addition, we sponsor defined contribution plans in the U.S. and contribute to government-sponsored retirement plans in locations outside the U.S. We also currently provide postretirement medical and life insurance benefits to certain U.S. employees.
	Included in accumulated other comprehensive loss at November 30, 2014 was $330.0 million ($224.0 million net of tax) related to net unrecognized actuarial losses of $327.9 million and unrecognized prior service costs of $2.1 million that have not yet been recognized in net periodic pension or postretirement benefit cost. We expect to recognize $23.4 million ($15.7 million net of tax) in net periodic pension and postretirement benefit expense during 2015 related to the amortization of actuarial losses of $23.1 million and the amortization of prior service costs of $0.3 million.
	Defined Benefit Pension Plans
	The significant assumptions used to determine benefit obligations are as follows as of November 30:
		United States				International
		2014		2013		2014		2013
	Discount rate—funded plan	4.4	%	5.2	%	3.8	%	4.6	%
	Discount rate—unfunded plan	4.3	%	5.1	%	—		—
	Salary scale	3.8	%	3.8	%	3.0-3.8%		3.0-3.8%
	The significant assumptions used to determine pension expense are as follows:
		United States						International
		2014		2013		2012		2014		2013		2012
	Discount rate—funded plan	5.2	%	4.3	%	5.5	%	4.6	%	4.4	%	5.1	%
	Discount rate—unfunded plan	5.1	%	4.2	%	5.4	%	—		—		—
	Salary scale	3.8	%	3.8	%	3.8	%	3.0-3.8%		3.0-3.8%		3.0-3.8%
	Expected return on plan assets	8	%	8	%	8.3	%	6.4	%	6.6	%	6.7	%
	Annually, we undertake a process, with the assistance of our external investment consultants, to evaluate the appropriate projected rates of return to use for our pension plans’ assumptions. We engage our investment consultants' research teams to develop capital market assumptions for each asset category in our plans to project investment returns into the future. The specific methods used to develop expected return assumptions vary by asset category. We adjust the outcomes for the fact that plan assets are invested with actively managed funds and subject to tactical asset reallocation.
	Our 2013 pension expense includes a loss on voluntary pension settlement of $15.3 million related to the U.S. pension plan. During the third quarter of 2013, we offered former employees with deferred vested benefits in that plan the opportunity to settle those benefits in exchange for a lump sum payment. Based upon the acceptance of that offer by certain employees, $63.3 million was paid from plan assets in the fourth quarter of 2013 with a corresponding decrease in the benefit obligation and we recognized the $15.3 million settlement loss previously described. The loss on voluntary pension settlement is reflected as a separate line in the consolidated income statement.
	Our pension expense was as follows:
		United States									International
	(millions)	2014			2013			2012			2014			2013			2012
	Service cost	$	20		$	23.2		$	17.5		$	7.8		$	8.8		$	6.8
	Interest costs	31.1			31.2			31.8			13.8			12.6			12.8
	Expected return on plan assets	(38.8		)	(41.4		)	(37.8		)	(18.7		)	(17.2		)	(16.2		)
	Loss on voluntary pension settlement	—			15.3			—			—			—			—
	Amortization of prior service costs	—			—			0.1			0.3			0.4			0.4
	Amortization of net actuarial loss	11.8			29.5			18.1			4.6			5.6			3.5
	Other	—			—			—			—			0.1			—
		$	24.1		$	57.8		$	29.7		$	7.8		$	10.3		$	7.3
	Rollforward of the benefit obligation, fair value of plan assets and a reconciliation of the pension plans’ funded status as of November 30, the measurement date, follows:
		United States						International
	(millions)	2014			2013			2014			2013
	Change in benefit obligation:
	Benefit obligation at beginning of year	$	607.7		$	735.2		$	304.9		$	300.8
	Service cost	20			23.2			7.8			8.8
	Interest costs	31.1			31.2			13.8			12.6
	Employee contributions	—			—			1.5			1.7
	Voluntary pension settlement	—			(63.3		)	—			—
	Plan changes and other	—			—			(0.6		)	(1.4		)
	Actuarial (gain) loss	94			(97.8		)	49.9			(5.5		)
	Benefits paid	(24.4		)	(20.8		)	(13.9		)	(8.6		)
	Expenses paid	—			—			(0.8		)	(0.8		)
	Foreign currency impact	—			—			(21.0		)	(2.7		)
	Benefit obligation at end of year	$	728.4		$	607.7		$	341.6		$	304.9
	Change in fair value of plan assets:
	Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year	$	552.3		$	519.8		$	279.9		$	247.6
	Actual return on plan assets	43.9			84.5			44.8			31.4
	Employer contributions	4.5			32.1			12.3			10.6
	Employee contributions	—			—			1.5			1.7
	Voluntary pension settlement	—			(63.3		)	—			—
	Benefits paid	(24.4		)	(20.8		)	(13.9		)	(8.6		)
	Expenses paid	—			—			(0.8		)	(0.8		)
	Foreign currency impact	—			—			(18.5		)	(2.0		)
	Fair value of plan assets at end of year	$	576.3		$	552.3		$	305.3		$	279.9
	Funded status	$	(152.1	)	$	(55.4	)	$	(36.3	)	$	(25.0	)
	Pension plans in which accumulated benefit obligation exceeded plan assets
	Accumulated benefit obligation	$	86.7		$	76.8		$	189.2		$	191.4
	Fair value of plan assets	—			—			174.2			176.8
	Included in the U.S. in the preceding table is a benefit obligation of $91.3 million and $81.2 million for 2014 and 2013, respectively, related to a nonqualified defined benefit plan pursuant to which we will pay supplemental pension benefits to certain key employees upon retirement based upon the employees’ years of service and compensation. The accumulated benefit obligation related to this plan was $86.7 million and $76.8 million as of November 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively. The assets related to this plan, which totaled $79.6 million and $74.4 million as of November 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively, are held in a rabbi trust and accordingly have not been included in the preceding table.
	Amounts recorded in the balance sheet for all defined benefit pension plans consist of the following:
		United States						International
	(millions)	2014			2013			2014			2013
	Non-current pension asset	—			$	25.8		$	0.3		—
Accrued pension liability	$	152.1		81.2			36.6			$	25
Deferred income tax assets	87.9			59.4			19.3			15.7
Accumulated other comprehensive loss	144			95.5			82.5			74.1
The accumulated benefit obligation is the present value of pension benefits (whether vested or unvested) attributed to employee service rendered before the measurement date and based on employee service and compensation prior to that date. The accumulated benefit obligation differs from the projected benefit obligation in that it includes no assumption about future compensation or service levels. The accumulated benefit obligation for the U.S. pension plans was $636.7 million and $532.8 million as of November 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively. The accumulated benefit obligation for the international pension plans was $310.9 million and $276.5 million as of November 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively.
The investment objectives of the defined benefit pension plans are to provide assets to meet the current and future obligations of the plans at a reasonable cost to us. The goal is to optimize the long-term return across the portfolio of investments at a moderate level of risk. Higher-returning assets include mutual, co-mingled and other funds comprised of equity securities, utilizing both active and passive investment styles. These more volatile assets are balanced with less volatile assets, primarily mutual, co-mingled and other funds comprised of fixed income securities. Professional investment firms are engaged to provide advice on the selection and monitoring of investment funds, and to provide advice on the allocation of plan assets across the various fund managers. This advice is based in part on the duration of each plan’s liability. The investment return performances are evaluated quarterly against specific benchmark indices and against a peer group of funds of the same asset classification.
Our allocations of U.S. pension plan assets as of November 30, 2014 and 2013, by asset category, were as follows:
	Actual				2014
Asset Category	2014		2013		Target
Equity securities	70.4	%	70.2	%	65	%
Fixed income securities	15.5	%	23.1	%	17.5	%
Other	14.1	%	6.7	%	17.5	%
Total	100	%	100	%	100	%
The allocations of the international pension plans’ assets as of November 30, 2014 and 2013, by asset category, were as follows:
	Actual				2014
Asset Category	2014		2013		Target
Equity securities	56.6	%	57.6	%	53	%
Fixed income securities	43.2	%	42.1	%	41	%
Other	0.2	%	0.3	%	6	%
Total	100	%	100	%	100	%
The following tables set forth by level, within the fair value hierarchy as described in note 8, pension plan assets at their fair value as of November 30, 2014 and 2013 for the United States and international plans:
As of November 30, 2014	United States
(millions)	Total			Level 1			Level 2			Level 3
	fair
	value
Cash and cash equivalents	$	15		$	15		—			—
Equity securities:
U.S. equity securities(a)	301			144.3			$	156.7		—
International equity securities(b)	111.1			111.1			—			—
Fixed income securities:
U.S./government/ corporate bonds(c)	30.6			30.6			—			—
High yield bonds(d)	31.9			—			31.9			—
International/government/ corporate bonds(e)	25.9			25.9			—			—
Insurance contracts(f)	1.1			—			1.1			—
Other types of investments:
Hedge funds(g)	54.7			—			—			$	54.7
Private equity funds(h)	5			—			—			5
Total investments	$	576.3		$	326.9		$	189.7		$	59.7
As of November 30, 2014	International
(millions)	Total			Level 1			Level 2			Level 3
	fair
	value
Cash and cash equivalents	$	0.6		$	0.6		—			—
International equity securities(b)	172.7			—			$	172.7		—
Fixed income securities:
U.S./government/ corporate bonds(c)	108.5			—			108.5			—
Insurance contracts(f)	23.5			—			23.5			—
Total investments	$	305.3		$	0.6		$	304.7		—
As of November 30, 2013	United States
(millions)	Total			Level 1			Level 2			Level 3
	fair
	value
Cash and cash equivalents	$	13.5		$	13.5		—			—
Equity securities:
U.S. equity securities(a)	277.2			129.5			$	147.7		—
International equity securities(b)	110.7			110.7			—			—
Fixed income securities:
U.S./government/ corporate bonds(c)	72.5			72.5			—			—
High yield bonds(d)	29.3			—			29.3			—
International/government/ corporate bonds(e)	24.7			24.7			—			—
Insurance contracts(f)	1			—			1			—
Other types of investments:
Hedge funds(g)	18.5			—			—			$	18.5
Private equity funds(h)	4.9			—			—			4.9
Total investments	$	552.3		$	350.9		$	178		$	23.4
As of November 30, 2013				International
(millions)	Total			Level 1			Level 2			Level 3
	fair
	value
Cash and cash equivalents	$	0.6		$	0.6		—			—
International equity securities(b)	161.4			—			$	161.4		—
Fixed income securities:
U.S./government/ corporate bonds(c)	99.3			—			99.3			—
Insurance contracts(f)	18.6			—			18.6			—
Total investments	$	279.9		$	0.6		$	279.3		—
(a)	This category comprises equity funds and collective equity trust funds that most closely track the S&P index and other equity indices.
(b)	This category comprises international equity funds with varying benchmark indices.
(c)	This category comprises funds consisting of U.S. government and U.S. corporate bonds and other fixed income securities. An appropriate benchmark is the Barclays Capital Aggregate Bond Index.
(d)	This category comprises funds consisting of real estate related debt securities with an appropriate benchmark of the Barclays Investment Grade CMBS Index.
(e)	This category comprises funds consisting of international government/corporate bonds and other fixed income securities with varying benchmark indices.
(f)	This category comprises insurance contracts, the majority of which have a guaranteed investment return.
(g)	This category comprises hedge funds investing in strategies represented in various HFRI Fund Indices.
(h)	This category comprises private equity, venture capital and limited partnerships.
The change in fair value of the plans’ Level 3 assets for 2014 is summarized as follows:
(millions)	Beginning			Realized			Unrealized			Net,			End of
	of year			gains			gains (losses)			purchases			year
										and (sales)
Hedge funds	$	18.5		$	1.5		$	(1.7	)	$	36.4		$	54.7
Private equity funds	4.9			0.9			0.2			(1.0		)	5
Total	$	23.4		$	2.4		$	(1.5	)	$	35.4		$	59.7
The change in fair value of the plans’ Level 3 assets for 2013 is summarized as follows:
(millions)	Beginning			Realized			Unrealized			Net,			End of
	of year			gains			gains (losses)			purchases			year
										and (sales)
Hedge funds	$	21.1		$	0.9		$	1.5		$	(5.0	)	$	18.5
Private equity funds	5.3			0.5			(0.1		)	(0.8		)	4.9
Total	$	26.4		$	1.4		$	1.4		$	(5.8	)	$	23.4
The value for the Level 3 hedge funds’ assets is determined by an administrator using financial statements of the underlying funds or estimates provided by fund managers. The value for the Level 3 private equity funds’ assets is determined by the general partner or the general partner’s designee. In addition, for the plans’ Level 3 assets, we engage an independent advisor to compare the funds’ returns to other funds with similar strategies. Each fund is required to have an annual audit by an independent accountant, which is provided to the independent advisor. This provides a basis of comparability relative to similar assets in this category.
Equity securities in the U.S. plan included McCormick stock with a fair value of $33.0 million (0.5 million shares and 5.7% of total U.S. pension plan assets) and $31.6 million (0.5 million shares and 5.7% of total U.S. pension plan assets) at November 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively. Dividends paid on these shares were $0.7 million in 2014 and $0.6 million in 2013.
Pension benefit payments in our most significant plans are made from assets of the pension plans. It is anticipated that future benefit payments for the U.S. plans for the next 10 fiscal years will be as follows:
(millions)	United States
	expected payments
2015	$	24.5
2016	25.5
2017	27.4
2018	30.1
2019	31.7
2020-2024	195.4
It is anticipated that future benefit payments for the international plans for the next 10 fiscal years will be as follows:
(millions)	International
	expected payments
2015	$	8.5
2016	8.9
2017	9.9
2018	10.8
2019	12.3
2020-2024	79.7
U.S. Defined Contribution Retirement Plans
For the U.S. defined contribution retirement plan, we match 100% of a participant’s contribution up to the first 3% of the participant’s salary, and 50% of the next 2% of the participant’s salary. In addition we make contributions for U.S. employees not covered by the defined benefit plan. Some of our smaller U.S. subsidiaries sponsor separate 401(k) retirement plans. Our contributions charged to expense under all 401(k) retirement plans were $7.7 million, $7.7 million and $7.4 million in 2014, 2013 and 2012, respectively.
At the participant’s election, 401(k) retirement plans held 2.3 million shares of McCormick stock, with a fair value of $164.9 million, at November 30, 2014. Dividends paid on these shares in 2014 were $3.5 million.
Postretirement Benefits Other Than Pensions
We currently provide postretirement medical and life insurance benefits to certain U.S. employees who were covered under the active employees’ plan and retire after age 55 with at least five years of service. The subsidy provided under these plans is based primarily on age at date of retirement. These benefits are not pre-funded but paid as incurred. Employees hired after December 31, 2008 are not eligible for a company subsidy. They are eligible for coverage on an access-only basis.
Our other postretirement benefit expense follows:
(millions)	2014			2013			2012
Service cost	$	3.6		$	5.1		$	4
Interest costs	4.3			4.1			4.9
Amortization of prior service costs	—			(1.2		)	(4.0		)
Amortization of losses	—			1.4			—
Special termination benefits	—			—			(0.1		)
Postretirement benefit expense	$	7.9		$	9.4		$	4.8
Rollforwards of the benefit obligation, fair value of plan assets and a reconciliation of the plans’ funded status at November 30, the measurement date, follow:
(millions)	2014			2013
Change in benefit obligation:
Benefit obligation at beginning of year	$	94.9		$	112.8
Service cost	3.6			5.1
Interest costs	4.3			4.1
Employee contributions	2.9			2.9
Demographic assumptions change	(5.8		)	(8.1		)
Other plan assumptions	1.1			(1.5		)
Trend rate assumption change	0.1			—
Discount rate change	5.8			(8.7		)
Actuarial gain	(2.3		)	(3.3		)
Benefits paid	(8.3		)	(8.4		)
Benefit obligation at end of year	$	96.3		$	94.9
Change in fair value of plan assets:
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year	—			—
Employer contributions	$	5.4		$	5.5
Employee contributions	2.9			2.9
Benefits paid	(8.3		)	(8.4		)
Fair value of plan assets at end of year	—			—
Other postretirement benefit liability	$	96.3		$	94.9
Estimated future benefit payments (net of employee contributions) for the next 10 fiscal years are as follows:
(millions)	Retiree			Retiree life			Total
	medical			insurance
2015	$	5.8		$	1.1		$	6.9
2016	5.7			1.1			6.8
2017	5.7			1.2			6.9
2018	5.8			1.2			7
2019	5.9			1.2			7.1
2020-2024	29.4			6.3			35.7
The assumed discount rate was 4.0% and 4.7% for 2014 and 2013, respectively.
For 2014, the assumed annual rate of increase in the cost of covered health care benefits is 7.0% (7.0% last year). It is assumed to decrease gradually to 5.0% in the year 2022 (5.0% in 2021 last year) and remain at that level thereafter. A one percentage point increase or decrease in the assumed health care cost trend rate would have had an immaterial effect on the benefit obligation and the total of service and interest cost components for 2014.

StockBased_Compensation

Stock-Based Compensation	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Share-based Compensation [Abstract]
Stock-Based Compensation	STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION
	We have three types of stock-based compensation awards: restricted stock units (RSUs), stock options and company stock awarded as part of our long-term performance plan (LTPP) (formerly known as our mid-term incentive program or MTIP). Total stock-based compensation expense for 2014, 2013 and 2012 was $18.2 million, $18.7 million and $20.2 million, respectively. Total unrecognized stock-based compensation expense at November 30, 2014 was $18.9 million and the weighted-average period over which this will be recognized is 1.1 years. As of November 30, 2014, we have 5.8 million shares remaining available for future issuance under our RSUs, stock option and LTPP award programs.
	For all awards, forfeiture rates are considered in the calculation of compensation expense.
	Below we have summarized the key terms and the methods of valuation and expense recognition for each of our stock-based compensation awards.
	RSUs
	RSUs are valued at the market price of the underlying stock, discounted by foregone dividends, on the date of grant. Substantially all of the RSUs granted in 2014 vest over a three-year term or upon retirement. Prior to 2014, substantially all of the RSUs granted vested over a two-year term or upon retirement. Compensation expense is recorded in the income statement ratably over the shorter of the period until vested or the employee's retirement eligibility date.
	A summary of our RSU activity for the years ended November 30 follows:
	(shares in thousands)	2014					2013					2012
		Shares		Weighted-			Shares		Weighted-			Shares		Weighted-
				average					average					average
				price					price					price
	Beginning of year	161		$	60.86		192		$	49.65		233		$	43.23
	Granted	180		71.15			89		71.6			113		54.3
	Vested	(93	)	62.57			(116	)	50.91			(147	)	42.82
	Forfeited	(9	)	70.14			(4	)	59.25			(7	)	47.88
	Outstanding—end of year	239		$	67.6		161		$	60.86		192		$	49.65
	Stock Options
	Stock options are granted with an exercise price equal to the market price of the stock on the date of grant. Substantially all of the options granted in 2014 vested ratably over a three-year period or upon retirement and are exercisable over a 10-year period. Prior to 2014, substantially all of the options granted vest ratably over a four-year period or upon retirement. Upon exercise of the option, shares are issued from our authorized and unissued shares.
	The fair value of the options is estimated with a lattice option pricing model which uses the assumptions in the table below. We believe the lattice model provides an appropriate estimate of fair value of our options as it allows for a range of possible outcomes over an option term and can be adjusted for changes in certain assumptions over time. Expected volatilities are based on the historical performance of our stock. We also use historical data to estimate the timing and amount of option exercises and forfeitures within the valuation model. The expected term of the options is an output of the option pricing model and estimates the period of time that options are expected to remain unexercised. The risk-free interest rate is based on the U.S. Treasury yield curve in effect at the time of grant. Compensation expense is calculated based on the fair value of the options on the date of grant. This compensation is recorded in the income statement ratably over the shorter of the period until vested or the employee's retirement eligibility date.
	The per share weighted-average fair value for all options granted was $9.48, $9.47 and $7.17 in 2014, 2013 and 2012, respectively. These fair values were computed using the following range of assumptions for our various stock compensation plans for the years ended November 30:
		2014		2013		2012
	Risk-free interest rates	0.1 - 2.7%		0.1 - 1.8%		0.1 - 2.2%
	Dividend yield	2.1	%	1.9	%	2.3	%
	Expected volatility	15.6 - 20.1%		14.5 - 20.6%		16.5 - 21.6%
	Expected lives	5.8 years		6.2 years		6.1 years
	Under our stock option plans, we may issue shares on a net basis at the request of the option holder. This occurs by netting the option cost in shares from the shares exercised.
	A summary of our stock option activity for the years ended November 30 follows:
	(shares in millions)	2014					2013					2012
		Shares		Weighted-			Shares		Weighted-			Shares		Weighted-
				average					average					average
				exercise					exercise					exercise
				price					price					price
	Beginning of year	4.6		$	47.73		5.1		$	40.06		6.6		$	34.98
	Granted	1.1		71.12			0.9		71.6			0.9		54.27
	Exercised	(0.8	)	37.19			(1.3	)	34.11			(2.4	)	31.43
	Forfeited	(0.1	)	67.22			(0.1	)	57.33			—		—
	Outstanding—end of year	4.8		54.17			4.6		47.73			5.1		40.06
	Exercisable—end of year	2.8		$	45.71		2.7		$	39.62		2.7		$	34.99
	As of November 30, 2014, the intrinsic value (the difference between the exercise price and the market price) for all options currently outstanding was $96.5 million and for options currently exercisable was $81.0 million. At November 30, 2014, the differences between options outstanding and options expected to vest and their related weighted average exercise prices, aggregate intrinsic values and weighted average remaining lives were not material. The total intrinsic value of all options exercised during the years ended November 30, 2014, 2013 and 2012 was $25.9 million, $43.7 million and $62.8 million, respectively. A summary of our stock options outstanding and exercisable at November 30, 2014 follows:
	(shares in millions)	Options outstanding						Options exercisable
	Range of	Shares		Weighted-	Weighted-			Shares		Weighted-	Weighted-
	exercise price			average	average					average	average
				remaining	exercise					remaining	exercise
				life (yrs)	price					life (yrs)	price
	$20.00 - $40.00	1.4		3.9	$	35.71		1.4		3.9	$	35.71
	$40.01 - $60.00	1.5		6.8	50.77			1		6.7	50.24
	$60.01 - $80.00	1.9		8.9	71.33			0.4		8.5	71.48
		4.8		6.5	$	54.17		2.8		5.1	$	45.71
	LTPP
	Our LTPP delivers awards in a combination of cash and company stock. The stock compensation portion of the LTPP awards shares of company stock if certain company performance objectives are met at the end of a three-year period. These awards are valued at the market price of the underlying stock on the date of grant. Compensation expense is recorded in the income statement ratably over the three-year period of the program based on the number of shares ultimately expected to be awarded using our estimate of the most likely outcome of achieving the performance objectives.
	A summary of the LTPP award activity for the years ended November 30 follows:
	(shares in thousands)	2014					2013					2012
		Shares		Weighted-			Shares		Weighted-			Shares		Weighted-
				average					average					average
				price					price					price
	Beginning of year	334		$	51.73		240		$	46.63		120		$	44.47
	Granted	105		69.04			94		64.74			120		48.78
	Vested	(118	)	44.47			—		—			—		—
	Performance adjustment	(55	)	48.78			—		—			—		—
	Forfeited	(35	)	65.42			—		—			—		—
	Outstanding—end of year	231		$	61.94		334		$	51.73		240		$	46.63

Income_Taxes

Income Taxes	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Income Taxes	INCOME TAXES
	The provision for income taxes consists of the following:
	(millions)	2014			2013			2012
	Income taxes
	Current
	Federal	$	91.3		$	96.4		$	79.4
	State	11.3			10.3			10.1
	International	37.2			42.2			26
		139.8			148.9			115.5
	Deferred
	Federal	2.8			(0.1		)	21.3
	State	0.3			(0.4		)	4
	International	3			(14.8		)	(1.0		)
		6.1			(15.3		)	24.3
	Total income taxes	$	145.9		$	133.6		$	139.8
	The components of income from consolidated operations before income taxes follow:
	(millions)	2014			2013			2012
	Pretax income
	United States	$	333.2		$	351.2		$	366.2
	International	221.2			148.2			159.9
		$	554.4		$	499.4		$	526.1
	A reconciliation of the U.S. federal statutory rate with the effective tax rate follows:
		2014		2013		2012
	Federal statutory tax rate	35	%	35	%	35	%
	State income taxes, net of federal benefits	1.3		1.2		1.7
	International tax at different effective rates	(7.0	)	(6.9	)	(6.5	)
	U.S. tax on remitted and unremitted earnings	0.4		—		(2.0	)
	U.S. manufacturing deduction	(1.6	)	(1.8	)	(1.6	)
	Changes in prior year tax contingencies	(2.0	)	0.3		(0.1	)
	Other, net	0.2		(1.0	)	0.1
	Total	26.3	%	26.8	%	26.6	%
	Deferred tax assets and liabilities are comprised of the following:
	(millions)	2014			2013
	Deferred tax assets
	Employee benefit liabilities	$	145		$	110.3
	Other accrued liabilities	23.9			23.5
	Inventory	10.8			11.1
	Tax loss and credit carryforwards	38.9			41.4
	Other	11.7			9.5
	Valuation allowance	(21.8		)	(21.2		)
		208.5			174.6
	Deferred tax liabilities
	Depreciation	38.8			45.3
	Intangible assets	192.6			178.2
	Other	8.7			7.4
		240.1			230.9
	Net deferred tax liability	$	(31.6	)	$	(56.3	)
	At November 30, 2014, our non-U.S. subsidiaries have tax loss carryforwards of $142.3 million. Of these carryforwards, $26.9 million expire through 2016, $48.5 million from 2017 through 2025 and $66.9 million may be carried forward indefinitely.
	At November 30, 2014, our non-U.S. subsidiaries have capital loss carryforwards of $5.9 million. All of these carryforwards may be carried forward indefinitely.
	At November 30, 2014, we have tax credit carryforwards of $17.5 million, of which $3.4 million expire in 2020, $0.6 million in 2021 and $13.5 million in 2022.
	A valuation allowance has been provided to record deferred tax assets at their net realizable value based on a more likely than not criteria. The $0.6 million net increase in the valuation allowance was mainly due to the recognition of deferred tax assets related to subsidiaries net operating losses which are now more likely than not to be realized, offset by additional valuation allowance related to losses generated in other subsidiaries in 2014 which may not be realized in future periods.
	U.S. income taxes are not provided for unremitted earnings of international subsidiaries and affiliates where our intention is to reinvest these earnings permanently. Unremitted earnings of such entities were $1.25 billion at November 30, 2014. Upon distribution of these earnings, we could be subject to both U.S. income taxes and withholding taxes. Determination of the unrecognized deferred income tax liability is not practical because of the complexities involved with this hypothetical calculation.
	The total amount of unrecognized tax benefits as of November 30, 2014 and November 30, 2013 were $55.7 million and $58.0 million, respectively. If recognized, $45.6 million of these tax benefits would affect the effective tax rate.
	The following table summarizes the activity related to our gross unrecognized tax benefits for the years ended November 30:
	(millions)	2014			2013			2012
	Balance at beginning of year	$	58		$	46.7		$	33.2
	Additions for current year tax positions	11.4			10.3			10.6
	Additions for prior year tax positions	0.7			2.2			3.9
	Reductions for prior year tax positions	(9.5		)	—			—
	Settlements	(3.5		)	—			—
	Statute expirations	(0.7		)	(0.1		)	(1.2		)
	Foreign currency translation	(0.7		)	(1.1		)	0.2
	Balance at November 30	$	55.7		$	58		$	46.7
	We record interest and penalties on income taxes in income tax expense. We recognized interest and penalty expense of $0.5 million, $1.3 million and $1.4 million for the years ended November 30, 2014, 2013 and 2012, respectively. As of November 30, 2014 and 2013, we had accrued $5.0 million and $5.2 million, respectively, of interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits.
Tax settlements or statute of limitation expirations could result in a change to our uncertain tax positions. We believe that it is reasonably possible that the total amount of unrecognized tax benefits as of November 30, 2014 could decrease by approximately $2.1 million in the next 12 months as a result of various statute expirations, audit closures and/or tax settlements.
We file income tax returns in the U.S. federal jurisdiction and various state and non-U.S. jurisdictions. The open years subject to tax audits vary depending on the tax jurisdictions. In major jurisdictions, we are no longer subject to income tax audits by taxing authorities for years before 2007.
We reached the following tax settlements during 2014: (1) a settlement with respect to the French taxing authority’s audits of the 2007-2013 tax years; and (2) a settlement with respect to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) examination of our U.S. federal income tax return for the 2007 and 2008 tax years.
We are under normal recurring tax audits in several of our major operations outside the U.S. While it is often difficult to predict the final outcome or the timing of resolution of any particular uncertain tax position, we believe that our reserves for uncertain tax positions are adequate to cover existing risks and exposures.

Earnings_Per_Share

Earnings Per Share	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Earnings Per Share	EARNINGS PER SHARE
	The reconciliation of shares outstanding used in the calculation of basic and diluted earnings per share for the years ended November 30 follows:
	(millions)	2014	2013	2012
	Average shares outstanding—basic	129.9	132.1	132.7
	Effect of dilutive securities:
	Stock options/RSUs/LTTP	1.1	1.5	1.6
	Average shares outstanding—diluted	131	133.6	134.3
	The following table sets forth the stock options and RSUs for the years ended November 30 which were not considered in our earnings per share calculation since they were antidilutive.
	(millions)	2014	2013	2012
	Antidilutive securities	1.6	0.6	0.3

Capital_Stock

Capital Stock	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Capital Stock [Abstract]
Capital Stock	CAPITAL STOCK
	Holders of Common Stock have full voting rights except that (1) the voting rights of persons who are deemed to own beneficially 10% or more of the outstanding shares of Common Stock are limited to 10% of the votes entitled to be cast by all holders of shares of Common Stock regardless of how many shares in excess of 10% are held by such person; (2) we have the right to redeem any or all shares of stock owned by such person unless such person acquires more than 90% of the outstanding shares of each class of our common stock; and (3) at such time as such person controls more than 50% of the vote entitled to be cast by the holders of outstanding shares of Common Stock, automatically, on a share-for-share basis, all shares of Common Stock Non-Voting will convert into shares of Common Stock.
	Holders of Common Stock Non-Voting will vote as a separate class on all matters on which they are entitled to vote. Holders of Common Stock Non-Voting are entitled to vote on reverse mergers and statutory share exchanges where our capital stock is converted into other securities or property, dissolution of the company and the sale of substantially all of our assets, as well as forward mergers and consolidation of the company.

Commitments_And_Contingencies

Commitments And Contingencies	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Commitments And Contingencies	COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
	During the normal course of our business, we are occasionally involved with various claims and litigation. Reserves are established in connection with such matters when a loss is probable and the amount of such loss can be reasonably estimated. At November 30, 2014 and 2013, no material reserves were recorded. No reserves are established for losses which are only reasonably possible. The determination of probability and the estimation of the actual amount of any such loss is inherently unpredictable, and it is therefore possible that the eventual outcome of such claims and litigation could exceed the estimated reserves, if any. However, we believe that the likelihood that any such excess might have a material adverse effect on our financial statements is remote.

Business_Segments_And_Geograph

Business Segments And Geographic Areas	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Segment Reporting Information, Profit (Loss) [Abstract]
Business Segments And Geographic Areas	BUSINESS SEGMENTS AND GEOGRAPHIC AREAS
	Business Segments
	We operate in two business segments: consumer and industrial. The consumer and industrial segments manufacture, market and distribute spices, seasoning mixes, condiments and other flavorful products throughout the world. Our consumer segment sells to retail outlets, including grocery, mass merchandise, warehouse clubs, discount and drug stores under the “McCormick” brand and a variety of brands around the world, including “Lawry’s”, “Zatarain’s”, “Simply Asia”, “Thai Kitchen”, “Ducros”, “Vahiné”, “Schwartz”, “Club House”, “Kamis”, “Kohinoor” and "DaQiao". Our industrial segment sells to food manufacturers and the foodservice industry both directly and indirectly through distributors.
	In each of our segments, we produce and sell many individual products which are similar in composition and nature. With their primary attribute being flavor, we regard the products within each of our segments to be fairly homogenous. It is impracticable to segregate and identify sales and profits for each of these individual product lines.
	We measure segment performance based on operating income excluding special charges and loss on voluntary pension settlement as these activities are managed separately from the business segments. Although the segments are managed separately due to their distinct distribution channels and marketing strategies, manufacturing and warehousing are often integrated to maximize cost efficiencies. We do not segregate jointly utilized assets by individual segment for internal reporting, evaluating performance or allocating capital. Therefore, asset-related information has been disclosed in the aggregate.
	We have a large number of customers for our products. Sales to one of our consumer business customers, Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., accounted for 11% of consolidated sales in 2014, 12% of consolidated sales in 2013 and 11% of consolidated sales in 2012. Sales to one of our industrial business customers, PepsiCo, Inc., accounted for 11% of consolidated sales in 2014, 2013 and 2012.
	Accounting policies for measuring segment operating income and assets are consistent with those described in note 1. Because of integrated manufacturing for certain products within the segments, products are not sold from one segment to another but rather inventory is transferred at cost. Inter-segment sales are not material. Corporate assets include cash, deferred taxes, investments and certain fixed assets.
	Business Segment Results
	(millions)	Consumer		Industrial		Total		Corporate		Total
						segments		& other
	2014
	Net sales	$	2,625.50	$	1,617.70	$	4,243.20	—		$	4,243.20
	Operating income excluding special charges	474.3		133.9		608.2		—		608.2
	Income from unconsolidated operations	28.2		1.2		29.4		—		29.4
	Goodwill	1,581.10		141.1		1,722.20		—		1,722.20
	Assets	—		—		4,169.70		$	244.6	4,414.30
	Capital expenditures	—		—		108.6		24.1		132.7
	Depreciation and amortization	—		—		71.7		31		102.7
	2013
	Net sales	$	2,538.00	$	1,585.40	$	4,123.40	—		$	4,123.40
	Operating income excluding special charges and loss on voluntary pension settlement	472.3		118.5		590.8		—		590.8
	Income from unconsolidated operations	19.5		3.7		23.2		—		23.2
	Goodwill	1,654.70		143.8		1,798.50		—		1,798.50
	Assets	—		—		4,142.90		$	306.8	4,449.70
	Capital expenditures	—		—		84.2		15.7		99.9
	Depreciation and amortization	—		—		74.8		31.2		106
	2012
	Net sales	$	2,415.30	$	1,598.90	$	4,014.20	—		$	4,014.20
	Operating income	456.1		122.2		578.3		—		578.3
	Income from unconsolidated operations	17.3		4.2		21.5		—		21.5
	Goodwill	1,551.00		144.3		1,695.30		—		1,695.30
	Assets	—		—		3,912.20		$	253.2	4,165.40
	Capital expenditures	—		—		88.8		21.5		110.3
	Depreciation and amortization	—		—		75.1		27.7		102.8
	A reconciliation of operating income excluding special charges and loss on voluntary pension settlement (which we use to measure segment profitability) to operating income for the years ended November 30, 2014 and 2013 is as follows:
	(millions)	2014		2013
	Operating income excluding special charges and loss on voluntary pension settlement	$	608.2	$	590.8
	Less: Special charges	5.2		25
	Less: Loss on voluntary pension settlement	—		15.3
	Operating income	$	603	$	550.5
	Geographic Areas
	We have net sales and long-lived assets in the following geographic areas:
	(millions)	United		EMEA		Other		Total
		States				countries
	2014
	Net sales	$	2,357.50	$	930.8	$	954.9	$	4,243.20
	Long-lived assets	1,284.00		920		451.7		2,655.70
	2013
	Net sales	$	2,357.00	$	883.4	$	883	$	4,123.40
	Long-lived assets	1,275.70		989.2		443.6		2,708.50
	2012
	Net sales	$	2,351.50	$	860.5	$	802.2	$	4,014.20
	Long-lived assets	1,291.50		956.6		318		2,566.10
	Long-lived assets include property, plant and equipment, goodwill and intangible assets, net of accumulated depreciation and amortization.

Supplemental_Financial_Stateme

Supplemental Financial Statement Data	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Supplemental Financial Statement Data [Abstract]
Supplemental Financial Statement Data	SUPPLEMENTAL FINANCIAL STATEMENT DATA
	Supplemental income statement, balance sheet and cash flow information follows:
	(millions)	2014			2013
	Inventories
	Finished products	$	303.2		$	304.6
	Raw materials and work-in-process	410.6			372.3
		$	713.8		$	676.9
	Prepaid expenses	$	20.3		$	37.7
	Other current assets	111.2			97.1
		$	131.5		$	134.8
	Property, plant and equipment
	Land and improvements	$	57.6		$	59.3
	Buildings	346.4			335.4
	Machinery and equipment	700.7			661.3
	Software	301.7			292.5
	Construction-in-progress	75			59.2
	Accumulated depreciation	(878.7		)	(831.1		)
		$	602.7		$	576.6
	Investments and other assets
	Investments in affiliates	$	156.3		$	160.6
	Long-term investments	113			103.4
	Prepaid allowances	17.3			19.3
	Other assets	55.8			87.7
		$	342.4		$	371
	Other accrued liabilities
	Payroll and employee benefits	$	132.8		$	120.4
	Sales allowances	127.3			124.5
	Other	219			216.8
		$	479.1		$	461.7
	Other long-term liabilities
	Pension	$	182.3		$	101
	Postretirement benefits	89.5			88.2
	Deferred taxes	108.2			139.3
	Unrecognized tax benefits	47.3			53
	Other	41.5			38.4
		$	468.8		$	419.9
	(millions)	2014			2013			2012
	Depreciation	$	67.7		$	67.5		$	63.6
	Software amortization	20			23.6			23.7
	Interest paid	50			54.2			54.7
	Income taxes paid	129			106.3			103.3
	Dividends paid per share were $1.48 in 2014, $1.36 in 2013 and $1.24 in 2012.

Selected_Quarterly_Data

Selected Quarterly Data	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Quarterly Financial Information Disclosure [Abstract]
Selected Quarterly Data	SELECTED QUARTERLY DATA (UNAUDITED)
	(millions except per share data)	First		Second		Third		Fourth
	2014
	Net sales	$	993.4	$	1,033.40	$	1,042.80	$	1,173.60
	Gross profit	391.5		412.5		420.1		506.1
	Operating income	124.6		121.7		157.3		199.4
	Net income	82.5		84.5		122.9		148
	Basic earnings per share	0.63		0.65		0.95		1.15
	Diluted earnings per share	0.62		0.64		0.94		1.14
	Dividends paid per share—
	Common Stock and Common Stock Non-Voting	0.37		0.37		0.37		0.37
	Market price—Common Stock
	High	70		72		73.04		73.18
	Low	62.8		65.57		66		65.9
	Market price—Common Stock Non-Voting
	High	70.02		72.31		73.09		74.33
	Low	63.03		66.12		65.78		65.61
	2013
	Net sales	$	934.4	$	1,002.60	$	1,016.40	$	1,170.10
	Gross profit	361.7		394.4		407.6		502.2
	Operating income	112		116		148.4		174.1
	Net income	76		78.6		104.4		129.9
	Basic earnings per share	0.57		0.6		0.79		0.99
	Diluted earnings per share	0.57		0.59		0.78		0.98
	Dividends paid per share—
	Common Stock and Common Stock Non-Voting	0.34		0.34		0.34		0.34
	Market price—Common Stock
	High	67.28		74.6		73.41		70
	Low	61.03		68.08		66.85		63.29
	Market price—Common Stock Non-Voting
	High	67.32		74.76		73.36		70.2
	Low	61.23		68.39		67.09		64.07
	Operating income for the third and fourth quarters of 2014 included special charges of $2.3 million and $2.9 million, respectively, related to EMEA reorganization and other streamlining activities. For the third and fourth quarters of 2014, the after tax impact of these charges was $1.6 million and $2.1 million, respectively, and the basic and diluted earnings per share impact was $0.01 for the third quarter and $0.02 for the fourth quarter.
	Operating income for the fourth quarter of 2013 included $25.0 million for special charges related to EMEA reorganization activities and $15.3 million of loss on voluntary pension settlements. The after tax impact of these two items is $29.2 million and the basic and diluted earnings per share impact is $0.22.
	Earnings per share are computed independently for each of the quarters presented. Therefore, the sum of the quarters may not be equal to the full year earnings per share.

Valuation_And_Qualifying_Accou

Valuation And Qualifying Accounts	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts [Abstract]
Valuation And Qualifying Accounts	Supplemental Financial Schedule II Consolidated
	McCORMICK & COMPANY, INCORPORATED
	VALUATION AND QUALIFYING ACCOUNTS
	(IN MILLIONS)
	Column A	Column B		Column C Additions					Column D			Column E
	Description	Balance at		Charged to		Charged to			Deductions			Balance at
		Beginning of		Costs and		Other						End of Period
		Period		Expenses		Accounts
	Deducted from asset accounts:
	Year ended November 30, 2014:
	Allowance for doubtful receivables	$	4.1	$	1.1	$	(0.9	)	$	(0.3	)	$	4
	Valuation allowance on net deferred tax assets	21.2		3		(1.4		)	(1.0		)	21.8
		$	25.3	$	4.1	$	(2.3	)	$	(1.3	)	$	25.8
	Deducted from asset accounts:
	Year ended November 30, 2013:
	Allowance for doubtful receivables	$	4	$	1.5	$	(0.1	)	$	(1.3	)	$	4.1
	Valuation allowance on net deferred tax assets	27.5		5.2		(1.6		)	(9.9		)	21.2
		$	31.5	$	6.7	$	(1.7	)	$	(11.2	)	$	25.3
	Deducted from asset accounts:
	Year ended November 30, 2012:
	Allowance for doubtful receivables	$	4.5	$	0.7	—			$	(1.2	)	$	4
	Valuation allowance on net deferred tax assets	26.6		2.3		$	0.8		(2.2		)	27.5
		$	31.1	$	3	$	0.8		$	(3.4	)	$	31.5

Subsequent_Event_Subsequent_Ev

Subsequent Event Subsequent Event	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Subsequent Events [Abstract]
Subsequent Events [Text Block]	19.  SUBSEQUENT EVENT
	On January 26, 2015, we approved a voluntary early retirement plan to be offered to certain U.S. employees aged 55 years or older with at least ten years of service to the company. The cost of the voluntary early retirement plan (which includes enhanced separation benefits but does not include supplementary pension benefits) is expected to approximate $13 million, with the actual cost to be determined based upon acceptance by eligible employees, and to be recorded in the second quarter of 2015. This plan is part of a North American effectiveness initiative that, upon completion, is expected to generate cost savings of approximately $10 million in 2015 and annual cost savings of approximately $25 million beginning in 2016. We currently estimate the total cost to implement the North American effectiveness initiative to approximate $20 million, including the cost of the voluntary early retirement plan and other actions necessary to achieve the cost savings previously described, consisting principally of severance and related benefits that will be paid in cash. We continue to evaluate changes to our organization structure in certain other locations to enable us to reduce fixed costs, simplify or improve processes, and improve our competitiveness.

Summary_Of_Significant_Account1

Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies (Policy)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Consolidation	Consolidation
	The financial statements include the accounts of our majority-owned or controlled subsidiaries and affiliates. Intercompany transactions have been eliminated. Investments in unconsolidated affiliates, over which we exercise significant influence, but not control, are accounted for by the equity method. Accordingly, our share of net income or loss of unconsolidated affiliates is included in net income.
Foreign Currency Transactions and Translations Policy	Foreign Currency Translation
	For majority-owned or controlled subsidiaries and affiliates, if located outside of the U.S., with functional currencies other than the U.S. dollar, asset and liability accounts are translated at the rates of exchange at the balance sheet date and the resultant translation adjustments are included in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), a separate component of shareholders’ equity. Income and expense items are translated at average monthly rates of exchange. Gains and losses from foreign currency transactions of these majority-owned or controlled subsidiaries and affiliates-that is, transactions denominated in other than the functional currency-are included in net earnings.
	Our unconsolidated affiliates located outside the U.S. generally use their local currencies as their functional currencies. The asset and liability accounts of those unconsolidated affiliates, and our investment in the net assets of those unconsolidated affiliates, are translated at the rates of exchange at the balance sheet date and the resultant translation adjustments are included in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), a separate component of shareholders’ equity. Our income from these unconsolidated operations is translated at average monthly rates of exchange.
Use Of Estimates	Use of Estimates
	Preparation of financial statements that follow accounting principles generally accepted in the U.S. requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the financial statements and notes. Actual amounts could differ from these estimates.
Cash And Cash Equivalents	Cash and Cash Equivalents
	All highly liquid investments purchased with an original maturity of three months or less are classified as cash equivalents.
Inventories	Inventories
	Inventories are stated at the lower of cost or market. Cost is determined using standard or average costs which approximate the first-in, first-out costing method.
Property, Plant And Equipment	Property, Plant and Equipment
	Property, plant and equipment is stated at historical cost and depreciated over its estimated useful life using the straight-line method for financial reporting and both accelerated and straight-line methods for tax reporting. The estimated useful lives range from 20 to 40 years for buildings and 3 to 12 years for machinery, equipment and computer software. Repairs and maintenance costs are expensed as incurred.
	We capitalize costs of software developed or obtained for internal use. Capitalized software development costs include only (1) direct costs paid to others for materials and services to develop or buy the software, (2) payroll and payroll-related costs for employees who work directly on the software development project and (3) interest costs while developing the software. Capitalization of these costs stops when the project is substantially complete and ready for use. Software is amortized using the straight-line method over a range of 3 to 8 years, but not exceeding the expected life of the product. We capitalized $11.7 million of software development costs during the year ended November 30, 2014, $16.7 million during the year ended November 30, 2013 and $20.5 million during the year ended November 30, 2012.
Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets	Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets
	We review the carrying value of goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets and conduct tests of impairment on an annual basis as described below. We also test goodwill for impairment if events or circumstances indicate it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is below its carrying amount and test indefinite-lived intangible assets for impairment if events or changes in circumstances indicate that the asset might be impaired. Separable intangible assets that have finite useful lives are amortized over those lives.
	Determining the fair value of a reporting unit or an indefinite-lived purchased intangible asset is judgmental in nature and involves the use of significant estimates and assumptions. These estimates and assumptions include revenue growth rates and operating margins used to calculate projected future cash flows, risk-adjusted discount rates, assumed royalty rates, future economic and market conditions and determination of appropriate market comparables. We base our fair value estimates on assumptions we believe to be reasonable but that are unpredictable and inherently uncertain. Actual future results may differ from these estimates.
	Goodwill Impairment
	Our reporting units used to assess potential goodwill impairment are the same as our business segments. We calculate fair value of a reporting unit by using a discounted cash flow model and then compare that to the carrying amount of the reporting unit, including intangible assets and goodwill. If the carrying amount of the reporting unit exceeds the calculated fair value, then we would determine the implied fair value of the reporting unit’s goodwill. An impairment charge would be recognized to the extent the carrying amount of goodwill exceeds the implied fair value.
	Indefinite-lived Intangible Asset Impairment
	Our indefinite-lived intangible assets consist of brand names and trademarks. We calculate fair value by using a relief-from-royalty method or discounted cash flow model and then compare that to the carrying amount of the indefinite-lived intangible asset. If the carrying amount of the indefinite-lived intangible asset exceeds its fair value, an impairment charge would be recorded to the extent the recorded indefinite-lived intangible asset exceeds the fair value.
	Long-lived Fixed Asset Impairment
	Fixed assets and amortizable intangible assets are reviewed for impairment as events or changes in circumstances occur indicating that the carrying value of the asset may not be recoverable. Undiscounted cash flow analyses are used to determine if an impairment exists. If an impairment is determined to exist, the loss is calculated based on estimated fair value.
Revenue Recognition	Revenue Recognition
	We recognize revenue when we have an agreement with the customer; upon either shipment or delivery, depending upon contractual terms; and when the sales price is fixed or determinable and collectability is reasonably assured. We reduce revenue for estimated product returns, allowances and price discounts based on historical experience and contractual terms.
	Trade allowances, consisting primarily of customer pricing allowances, merchandising funds and consumer coupons, are offered through various programs to customers and consumers. Revenue is recorded net of trade allowances.
	Trade accounts receivable are amounts billed and currently due from customers. We have an allowance for doubtful accounts to reduce our receivables to their net realizable value. We estimate the allowance for doubtful accounts based on the aging of our receivables and our history of collections.
Shipping And Handling	Shipping and Handling
	Shipping and handling costs on our products sold to customers are included in selling, general and administrative expense in the income statement. Shipping and handling expense was $100.3 million, $96.9 million and $94.8 million for 2014, 2013 and 2012, respectively.
Research And Development	Research and Development
	Research and development costs are expensed as incurred and are included in selling, general and administrative expense in the income statement. Research and development expense was $62.0 million, $61.3 million and $57.8 million for 2014, 2013 and 2012, respectively.
Brand Marketing Support	Brand Marketing Support
	Total brand marketing support costs, which are included in selling, general and administrative expense in the income statement, were $226.6 million, $207.8 million and $198.3 million for 2014, 2013 and 2012, respectively. Brand marketing support costs include advertising, promotions and customer trade funds used for cooperative advertising. Promotion costs include public relations, shopper marketing, social marketing activities, general consumer promotion activities and depreciation on assets used in these promotional activities. Advertising costs include the development, production and communication of advertisements through television, digital, print and radio. Development and production costs are expensed in the period in which the advertisement is first run. All other costs of advertisement are expensed as incurred. Advertising expense was $100.4 million, $85.0 million and $86.2 million for 2014, 2013 and 2012, respectively.
Pension and Other Postretirement Plans, Policy	Employee Benefit and Retirement Plans
	We sponsor defined benefit pension plans in the U.S. and certain foreign locations. In addition, we sponsor defined contribution plans in the U.S. and contribute to government-sponsored retirement plans in locations outside the U.S. We also currently provide postretirement medical and life insurance benefits to certain U.S. employees.
	We recognize the overfunded or underfunded status of our defined benefit pension plans as an asset or a liability in the balance sheet, with changes in the funded status recorded through comprehensive income in the year in which those changes occur.
	The expected return on plan assets is determined using the expected rate of return and a calculated value of plan assets referred to as the market-related value of plan assets. Differences between assumed and actual returns are amortized to the market-related value of assets on a straight-line basis over five years.
	We use the corridor approach in the valuation of defined benefit pension plans. The corridor approach defers all actuarial gains and losses resulting from variances between actual results and actuarial assumptions. For defined benefit pension plans, these unrecognized gains and losses are amortized when the net gains and losses exceed 10% of the greater of the market-related value of plan assets or the projected benefit obligation at the beginning of the year. The amount in excess of the corridor is amortized over the average remaining service period to retirement date of active plan participants.

Foreign_Currency_Translation_P

Foreign Currency Translation (Policies)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Foreign Currency [Abstract]
Foreign Currency Transactions and Translations Policy [Policy Text Block]	Foreign Currency Translation
	For majority-owned or controlled subsidiaries and affiliates, if located outside of the U.S., with functional currencies other than the U.S. dollar, asset and liability accounts are translated at the rates of exchange at the balance sheet date and the resultant translation adjustments are included in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), a separate component of shareholders’ equity. Income and expense items are translated at average monthly rates of exchange. Gains and losses from foreign currency transactions of these majority-owned or controlled subsidiaries and affiliates-that is, transactions denominated in other than the functional currency-are included in net earnings.
	Our unconsolidated affiliates located outside the U.S. generally use their local currencies as their functional currencies. The asset and liability accounts of those unconsolidated affiliates, and our investment in the net assets of those unconsolidated affiliates, are translated at the rates of exchange at the balance sheet date and the resultant translation adjustments are included in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), a separate component of shareholders’ equity. Our income from these unconsolidated operations is translated at average monthly rates of exchange.

Special_Charges_Special_Charge1

Special Charges Special Charges (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Special Charges [Abstract]
Special charges rollforward [Table Text Block]	The following table outlines the major components of accrual balances relating to the special charges associated with this EMEA reorganization as of November 30, 2013 and November 30, 2014 (in millions):
		Employee severance			Other exit costs			Total
	Balance as of November 30, 2013	$	15.9		$	2.7		$	18.6
	Special charges	1.1			1			2.1
	Amounts utilized	(7.7		)	(3.0		)	(10.7		)
	Balance as of November 30, 2014	$	9.3		$	0.7		$	10

Goodwill_And_Intangible_Assets1

Goodwill And Intangible Assets (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Goodwill And Intangible Assets [Abstract ]
Schedule Of Amortized And Non-Amortized Intangible Assets	The following table displays intangible assets as of November 30, 2014 and 2013:
		2014						2013
	(millions)	Gross			Accumulated			Gross		Accumulated
		carrying			amortization			carrying		amortization
		amount						amount
	Finite-lived intangible assets	$	94.7		$	34.7		$	93.9	$	30.2
	Indefinite-lived intangible assets:
	Goodwill	1,722.20						1,798.50
	Brand names and trademarks	270.8						269.7
		1,993.00						2,068.20
	Total goodwill and intangible assets	$	2,087.70		$	34.7		$	2,162.10	$	30.2
Changes In The Carrying Amount Of Goodwill	The changes in the carrying amount of goodwill by segment for the years ended November 30, 2014 and 2013 were as follows:
		2014						2013
	(millions)	Consumer			Industrial			Consumer		Industrial
	Beginning of year	$	1,654.70		$	143.8		$	1,551.00	$	144.3
	Changes in purchase price allocation	(6.1		)	—			—		—
	Goodwill acquired	—			—			77.9		—
	Foreign currency fluctuations and other	(67.5		)	(2.7		)	25.8		(0.5		)
	End of year	$	1,581.10		$	141.1		$	1,654.70	$	143.8

Investments_In_Affiliates_Tabl

Investments In Affiliates (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Investments In Affiliates [Abstract]
Summarized Annual And Year-End Information Of Unconsolidated Affiliates	Summarized annual and year-end information from the financial statements of unconsolidated affiliates representing 100% of the businesses follows:
	(millions)	2014		2013		2012
	Net sales	$	766.6	$	761.4	$	727.1
	Gross profit	275.7		256.9		229.2
	Net income	67.5		53.8		47.1
	Current assets	$	320.1	$	288.9	$	274.4
	Noncurrent assets	123.6		128.4		104.2
	Current liabilities	137.2		141		129.9
	Noncurrent liabilities	6.3		7.2		20.5

Financing_Arrangements_Tables

Financing Arrangements (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Financing Arrangements [Abstract]
Components Of Outstanding Debt	Our outstanding debt was as follows at November 30:
	(millions)	2014			2013
	Short-term borrowings
	Commercial paper	$	239.4		$	200.3
	Other	30.2			11.3
		$	269.6		$	211.6
	Weighted-average interest rate of short-term borrowings at year-end	1.3		%	0.7		%
	Long-term debt
	5.20% notes due 12/15/2015(1)	$	200		$	200
	5.75% notes due 12/15/2017(2)	250			250
	3.90% notes due 7/8/2021(3)	250			250
	3.50% notes due 8/19/2023(4)	250			250
	7.63%–8.12% notes due 2024	55			55
	Other	8.5			10.8
	Unamortized discounts and fair value adjustments	1.8			5.7
		1,015.30			1,021.50
	Less current portion	1.2			2.5
		$	1,014.10		$	1,019.00
	-1	The fixed interest rate on $100 million of the 5.20% notes due in 2015 is effectively converted to a variable rate by interest rate swaps through 2015. Net interest payments are based on 3 month LIBOR minus 0.05% during this period (our effective rate as of November 30, 2014 was 0.19%).
	-2	Interest rate swaps, settled upon the issuance of these notes in 2007, effectively fixed the interest rate on the $250 million notes at a weighted-average fixed rate of 6.25%.
	-3	Interest rate swaps, settled upon the issuance of these notes in 2011, effectively fixed the interest rate on the $250 million notes at a weighted-average fixed rate of 4.01%.
	-4	Interest rate swaps, settled upon the issuance of these notes in 2013, effectively fixed the interest rate on the $250 million notes at a weighted-average fixed rate of 3.30%.
Maturities Of Long-Term Debt	Maturities of long-term debt during the fiscal years subsequent to November 30, 2014 are as follows (in millions):
	2016	$	200.6
	2017	0.7
	2018	250.7
	2019	0.8
	Thereafter	559.5
Rental Expense Under Operating Leases	Future annual fixed rental payments for the years ending November 30 are as follows (in millions):
	2015	$	23.4
	2016	17.6
	2017	13.9
	2018	11.3
	2019	8.5
	Thereafter	17.6

Financial_Instruments_Tables

Financial Instruments (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Fair Values Of Derivative Instruments
	As of
	November 30, 2014:
	(millions)	Asset Derivatives							Liability Derivatives
	Derivatives	Balance sheet	Notional amount			Fair value			Balance sheet	Notional amount			Fair value
		location							location
	Interest rate contracts	Other current	$	100		$	7.4		Other accrued liabilities	—			—
		assets
	Foreign exchange contracts	Other current assets	106.3			4.9			Other accrued liabilities	$	156.4		$	1.4
	Total					$	12.3						$	1.4
	As of
	November 30, 2013:
	(millions)	Asset Derivatives							Liability Derivatives
	Derivatives	Balance sheet	Notional amount			Fair value			Balance sheet	Notional amount			Fair value
		location							location
	Interest rate contracts	Other current	$	100		$	12.2		Other accrued liabilities	—			—
		assets
	Foreign exchange contracts	Other current assets	79.2			1.1			Other accrued liabilities	$	125.7		$	1.6
	Total					$	13.3						$	1.6
Carrying Amount And Fair Value Of Financial Instruments	The carrying amount and fair value of financial instruments at November 30, 2014 and 2013 were as follows:
		2014						2013
	(millions)	Carrying			Fair			Carrying			Fair
		amount			value			amount			value
	Long-term investments	$	113		$	113		$	103.4		$	103.4
	Long-term debt	1,015.30			1,109.00			1,021.50			1,102.40
	Derivatives related to:
	Interest rates (assets)	7.4			7.4			12.2			12.2
	Foreign currency (assets)	4.9			4.9			1.1			1.1
	Foreign currency (liabilities)	1.4			1.4			1.6			1.6
Fair Value Hedges [Member]
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Impact Of Derivative Instruments	The following tables disclose the impact of derivative instruments on other comprehensive income (OCI), accumulated other comprehensive income (AOCI) and our income statement for the years ended November 30, 2014, 2013 and 2012:
	Fair value hedges (millions)
		Income statement	Income (expense)
	Derivative	location	2014			2013			2012
	Interest rate contracts	Interest expense	$	5		$	5		$	4.7
Cash Flow Hedges [Member]
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Impact Of Derivative Instruments
	Cash flow hedges (millions)
		Gain (loss)									Income statement location	Gain (loss)
		recognized in OCI										reclassified from AOCI
	Derivative	2014			2013			2012				2014			2013			2012
	Interest rate contracts	—			$	9.2		$	(0.1	)	Interest expense	$	(0.2	)	$	(1.3	)	$	(1.4	)
	Foreign exchange contracts	$	4.2		1			(2.4		)	Cost of goods sold	(1.1		)	0.3			0.6
	Total	$	4.2		$	10.2		$	(2.5	)		$	(1.3	)	$	(1.0	)	$	(0.8	)

Fair_Value_Measurements_Tables

Fair Value Measurements (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Fair Value, Assets, Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity Measured on Recurring Basis [Abstract]
Assets And Liabilities Measured At Fair Value On Recurring Basis	Our population of assets and liabilities subject to fair value measurements on a recurring basis at November 30, 2014 and 2013 are as follows:
				Fair value measurements using fair
				value hierarchy as of  November 30, 2014
	(millions)	Fair value		Level 1		Level 2		Level 3
	Assets
	Cash and cash equivalents	$	77.3	$	77.3	—		—
	Insurance contracts	104.5		—		$	104.5	—
	Bonds and other long-term investments	8.5		8.5		—		—
	Interest rate derivatives	7.4		—		7.4		—
	Foreign currency derivatives	4.9		—		4.9		—
	Total	$	202.6	$	85.8	$	116.8	—
	Liabilities
	Foreign currency derivatives	$	1.4	—		$	1.4	—
	Total	$	1.4	—		$	1.4	—
				Fair value measurements using fair
				value hierarchy as of November 30, 2013
	(millions)	Fair value		Level 1		Level 2		Level 3
	Assets
	Cash and cash equivalents	$	63	$	63	—		—
	Insurance contracts	90.1		—		$	90.1	—
	Bonds and other long-term investments	13.3		13.3		—		—
	Interest rate derivatives	12.2		—		12.2		—
	Foreign currency derivatives	1.1		—		1.1		—
	Total	$	179.7	$	76.3	$	103.4	—
	Liabilities
	Foreign currency derivatives	$	1.6	—		$	1.6	—
	Total	$	1.6	—		$	1.6	—

Accumulated_Other_Comprehensiv1

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Abstract]
Schedule of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)	The following table sets forth the components of accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of tax where applicable (in millions):
	(millions)	2014			2013
	Accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of tax where applicable
	Foreign currency translation adjustment	$	32.1		$	165.7
	Unrealized gain (loss) on foreign currency exchange contracts	3			(0.3		)
	Unamortized value of settled interest rate swaps	2.9			2
	Pension and other postretirement costs	(224.0		)	(167.7		)
		$	(186.0	)	$	(0.3	)
Comprehensive Income (Loss) Note [Text Block]	The following table sets forth the amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) and into consolidated net income for the years ended November 30, 2014, 2013 and 2012:
	(millions)												Affected Line Items in the Consolidated Income Statement
	Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Components		2014				2013			2012
	Gains/ (losses) on cash flow hedges:
	Interest rate derivatives		$	(0.2	)		$	(1.3	)	$	(1.4	)	Interest expense
	Foreign exchange contracts		(1.1		)		0.3			0.6			Cost of goods sold
	Total before taxes		(1.3		)		(1.0		)	(0.8		)
	Tax effect		0.3				0.3			0.2			Income taxes
	Net, after tax		$	(1.0	)		$	(0.7	)	$	(0.6	)
	Amortization of pension and postretirement benefit adjustments:
	Amortization of prior service costs (1)		$	0.3			$	(0.8	)	$	(3.5	)	SG&A expense/ Cost of goods sold
	Amortization of net actuarial losses (1)		16.4				36.5			21.6			SG&A expense/ Cost of goods sold
	Total before taxes		16.7				35.7			18.1
	Tax effect		(5.7		)		(12.1		)	(6.2		)	Income taxes
	Net, after tax		$	11			$	23.6		$	11.9
	(1) This accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) component is included in the computation of total pension expense and total other postretirement expense (refer to note 10 for additional details).

Employee_Benefit_And_Retiremen1

Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]
Significant Assumptions Used To Determine Benefit Obligations	The significant assumptions used to determine benefit obligations are as follows as of November 30:
		United States				International
		2014		2013		2014		2013
	Discount rate—funded plan	4.4	%	5.2	%	3.8	%	4.6	%
	Discount rate—unfunded plan	4.3	%	5.1	%	—		—
	Salary scale	3.8	%	3.8	%	3.0-3.8%		3.0-3.8%
Amounts Recorded In Balance Sheet, Defined Benefit Pension Plans	Amounts recorded in the balance sheet for all defined benefit pension plans consist of the following:
		United States						International
	(millions)	2014			2013			2014			2013
	Non-current pension asset	—			$	25.8		$	0.3		—
	Accrued pension liability	$	152.1		81.2			36.6			$	25
	Deferred income tax assets	87.9			59.4			19.3			15.7
	Accumulated other comprehensive loss	144			95.5			82.5			74.1
Fair Value Of Pension Plan Assets	The following tables set forth by level, within the fair value hierarchy as described in note 8, pension plan assets at their fair value as of November 30, 2014 and 2013 for the United States and international plans:
	As of November 30, 2014	United States
	(millions)	Total			Level 1			Level 2			Level 3
		fair
		value
	Cash and cash equivalents	$	15		$	15		—			—
	Equity securities:
	U.S. equity securities(a)	301			144.3			$	156.7		—
	International equity securities(b)	111.1			111.1			—			—
	Fixed income securities:
	U.S./government/ corporate bonds(c)	30.6			30.6			—			—
	High yield bonds(d)	31.9			—			31.9			—
	International/government/ corporate bonds(e)	25.9			25.9			—			—
	Insurance contracts(f)	1.1			—			1.1			—
	Other types of investments:
	Hedge funds(g)	54.7			—			—			$	54.7
	Private equity funds(h)	5			—			—			5
	Total investments	$	576.3		$	326.9		$	189.7		$	59.7
	As of November 30, 2014	International
	(millions)	Total			Level 1			Level 2			Level 3
		fair
		value
	Cash and cash equivalents	$	0.6		$	0.6		—			—
	International equity securities(b)	172.7			—			$	172.7		—
	Fixed income securities:
	U.S./government/ corporate bonds(c)	108.5			—			108.5			—
	Insurance contracts(f)	23.5			—			23.5			—
	Total investments	$	305.3		$	0.6		$	304.7		—
	As of November 30, 2013	United States
	(millions)	Total			Level 1			Level 2			Level 3
		fair
		value
	Cash and cash equivalents	$	13.5		$	13.5		—			—
	Equity securities:
	U.S. equity securities(a)	277.2			129.5			$	147.7		—
	International equity securities(b)	110.7			110.7			—			—
	Fixed income securities:
	U.S./government/ corporate bonds(c)	72.5			72.5			—			—
	High yield bonds(d)	29.3			—			29.3			—
	International/government/ corporate bonds(e)	24.7			24.7			—			—
	Insurance contracts(f)	1			—			1			—
	Other types of investments:
	Hedge funds(g)	18.5			—			—			$	18.5
	Private equity funds(h)	4.9			—			—			4.9
	Total investments	$	552.3		$	350.9		$	178		$	23.4
	As of November 30, 2013				International
	(millions)	Total			Level 1			Level 2			Level 3
		fair
		value
	Cash and cash equivalents	$	0.6		$	0.6		—			—
	International equity securities(b)	161.4			—			$	161.4		—
	Fixed income securities:
	U.S./government/ corporate bonds(c)	99.3			—			99.3			—
	Insurance contracts(f)	18.6			—			18.6			—
	Total investments	$	279.9		$	0.6		$	279.3		—
	(a)	This category comprises equity funds and collective equity trust funds that most closely track the S&P index and other equity indices.
	(b)	This category comprises international equity funds with varying benchmark indices.
	(c)	This category comprises funds consisting of U.S. government and U.S. corporate bonds and other fixed income securities. An appropriate benchmark is the Barclays Capital Aggregate Bond Index.
	(d)	This category comprises funds consisting of real estate related debt securities with an appropriate benchmark of the Barclays Investment Grade CMBS Index.
	(e)	This category comprises funds consisting of international government/corporate bonds and other fixed income securities with varying benchmark indices.
	(f)	This category comprises insurance contracts, the majority of which have a guaranteed investment return.
	(g)	This category comprises hedge funds investing in strategies represented in various HFRI Fund Indices.
	(h)	This category comprises private equity, venture capital and limited partnerships.
Change In Fair Value Of Level 3 Pension Plan Assets	The change in fair value of the plans’ Level 3 assets for 2014 is summarized as follows:
	(millions)	Beginning			Realized			Unrealized			Net,			End of
		of year			gains			gains (losses)			purchases			year
											and (sales)
	Hedge funds	$	18.5		$	1.5		$	(1.7	)	$	36.4		$	54.7
	Private equity funds	4.9			0.9			0.2			(1.0		)	5
	Total	$	23.4		$	2.4		$	(1.5	)	$	35.4		$	59.7
	The change in fair value of the plans’ Level 3 assets for 2013 is summarized as follows:
	(millions)	Beginning			Realized			Unrealized			Net,			End of
		of year			gains			gains (losses)			purchases			year
											and (sales)
	Hedge funds	$	21.1		$	0.9		$	1.5		$	(5.0	)	$	18.5
	Private equity funds	5.3			0.5			(0.1		)	(0.8		)	4.9
	Total	$	26.4		$	1.4		$	1.4		$	(5.8	)	$	23.4
Schedule of Net Benefit Costs [Table Text Block]	The significant assumptions used to determine pension expense are as follows:
		United States						International
		2014		2013		2012		2014		2013		2012
	Discount rate—funded plan	5.2	%	4.3	%	5.5	%	4.6	%	4.4	%	5.1	%
	Discount rate—unfunded plan	5.1	%	4.2	%	5.4	%	—		—		—
	Salary scale	3.8	%	3.8	%	3.8	%	3.0-3.8%		3.0-3.8%		3.0-3.8%
	Expected return on plan assets	8	%	8	%	8.3	%	6.4	%	6.6	%	6.7	%
Pension Plans [Member]
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]
Components Of Defined Benefit Plans	Our pension expense was as follows:
		United States									International
	(millions)	2014			2013			2012			2014			2013			2012
	Service cost	$	20		$	23.2		$	17.5		$	7.8		$	8.8		$	6.8
	Interest costs	31.1			31.2			31.8			13.8			12.6			12.8
	Expected return on plan assets	(38.8		)	(41.4		)	(37.8		)	(18.7		)	(17.2		)	(16.2		)
	Loss on voluntary pension settlement	—			15.3			—			—			—			—
	Amortization of prior service costs	—			—			0.1			0.3			0.4			0.4
	Amortization of net actuarial loss	11.8			29.5			18.1			4.6			5.6			3.5
	Other	—			—			—			—			0.1			—
		$	24.1		$	57.8		$	29.7		$	7.8		$	10.3		$	7.3
Benefit Obligation, Fair Value Of Plan Assets And Reconciliation Of Defined Benefit Plans
		United States						International
	(millions)	2014			2013			2014			2013
	Change in benefit obligation:
	Benefit obligation at beginning of year	$	607.7		$	735.2		$	304.9		$	300.8
	Service cost	20			23.2			7.8			8.8
	Interest costs	31.1			31.2			13.8			12.6
	Employee contributions	—			—			1.5			1.7
	Voluntary pension settlement	—			(63.3		)	—			—
	Plan changes and other	—			—			(0.6		)	(1.4		)
	Actuarial (gain) loss	94			(97.8		)	49.9			(5.5		)
	Benefits paid	(24.4		)	(20.8		)	(13.9		)	(8.6		)
	Expenses paid	—			—			(0.8		)	(0.8		)
	Foreign currency impact	—			—			(21.0		)	(2.7		)
	Benefit obligation at end of year	$	728.4		$	607.7		$	341.6		$	304.9
	Change in fair value of plan assets:
	Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year	$	552.3		$	519.8		$	279.9		$	247.6
	Actual return on plan assets	43.9			84.5			44.8			31.4
	Employer contributions	4.5			32.1			12.3			10.6
	Employee contributions	—			—			1.5			1.7
	Voluntary pension settlement	—			(63.3		)	—			—
	Benefits paid	(24.4		)	(20.8		)	(13.9		)	(8.6		)
	Expenses paid	—			—			(0.8		)	(0.8		)
	Foreign currency impact	—			—			(18.5		)	(2.0		)
	Fair value of plan assets at end of year	$	576.3		$	552.3		$	305.3		$	279.9
	Funded status	$	(152.1	)	$	(55.4	)	$	(36.3	)	$	(25.0	)
	Pension plans in which accumulated benefit obligation exceeded plan assets
	Accumulated benefit obligation	$	86.7		$	76.8		$	189.2		$	191.4
	Fair value of plan assets	—			—			174.2			176.8
Allocations Of Pension Plan Assets	Our allocations of U.S. pension plan assets as of November 30, 2014 and 2013, by asset category, were as follows:
		Actual				2014
	Asset Category	2014		2013		Target
	Equity securities	70.4	%	70.2	%	65	%
	Fixed income securities	15.5	%	23.1	%	17.5	%
	Other	14.1	%	6.7	%	17.5	%
	Total	100	%	100	%	100	%
Other Postretirement Benefits [Member]
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]
Schedule of Expected Benefit Payments [Table Text Block]	Estimated future benefit payments (net of employee contributions) for the next 10 fiscal years are as follows:
	(millions)	Retiree			Retiree life			Total
		medical			insurance
	2015	$	5.8		$	1.1		$	6.9
	2016	5.7			1.1			6.8
	2017	5.7			1.2			6.9
	2018	5.8			1.2			7
	2019	5.9			1.2			7.1
	2020-2024	29.4			6.3			35.7
Components Of Defined Benefit Plans
	(millions)	2014			2013			2012
	Service cost	$	3.6		$	5.1		$	4
	Interest costs	4.3			4.1			4.9
	Amortization of prior service costs	—			(1.2		)	(4.0		)
	Amortization of losses	—			1.4			—
	Special termination benefits	—			—			(0.1		)
	Postretirement benefit expense	$	7.9		$	9.4		$	4.8
Benefit Obligation, Fair Value Of Plan Assets And Reconciliation Of Defined Benefit Plans	Rollforwards of the benefit obligation, fair value of plan assets and a reconciliation of the plans’ funded status at November 30, the measurement date, follow:
	(millions)	2014			2013
	Change in benefit obligation:
	Benefit obligation at beginning of year	$	94.9		$	112.8
	Service cost	3.6			5.1
	Interest costs	4.3			4.1
	Employee contributions	2.9			2.9
	Demographic assumptions change	(5.8		)	(8.1		)
	Other plan assumptions	1.1			(1.5		)
	Trend rate assumption change	0.1			—
	Discount rate change	5.8			(8.7		)
	Actuarial gain	(2.3		)	(3.3		)
	Benefits paid	(8.3		)	(8.4		)
	Benefit obligation at end of year	$	96.3		$	94.9
	Change in fair value of plan assets:
	Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year	—			—
	Employer contributions	$	5.4		$	5.5
	Employee contributions	2.9			2.9
	Benefits paid	(8.3		)	(8.4		)
	Fair value of plan assets at end of year	—			—
	Other postretirement benefit liability	$	96.3		$	94.9
United States Pension Plans [Member]
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]
Schedule of Expected Benefit Payments [Table Text Block]
	(millions)	United States
		expected payments
	2015	$	24.5
	2016	25.5
	2017	27.4
	2018	30.1
	2019	31.7
	2020-2024	195.4
International Pension Plans [Member]
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans Table Text Block [Line Items]
Schedule of Expected Benefit Payments [Table Text Block]
	(millions)	International
		expected payments
	2015	$	8.5
	2016	8.9
	2017	9.9
	2018	10.8
	2019	12.3
	2020-2024	79.7
Allocations Of Pension Plan Assets	The allocations of the international pension plans’ assets as of November 30, 2014 and 2013, by asset category, were as follows:
		Actual				2014
	Asset Category	2014		2013		Target
	Equity securities	56.6	%	57.6	%	53	%
	Fixed income securities	43.2	%	42.1	%	41	%
	Other	0.2	%	0.3	%	6	%
	Total	100	%	100	%	100	%

StockBased_Compensation_Tables

Stock-Based Compensation (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Share-based Compensation [Abstract]
Summary Of RSU Activity	A summary of our RSU activity for the years ended November 30 follows:
	(shares in thousands)	2014					2013					2012
		Shares		Weighted-			Shares		Weighted-			Shares		Weighted-
				average					average					average
				price					price					price
	Beginning of year	161		$	60.86		192		$	49.65		233		$	43.23
	Granted	180		71.15			89		71.6			113		54.3
	Vested	(93	)	62.57			(116	)	50.91			(147	)	42.82
	Forfeited	(9	)	70.14			(4	)	59.25			(7	)	47.88
	Outstanding—end of year	239		$	67.6		161		$	60.86		192		$	49.65
Assumptions Of Stock Compensation Plans	These fair values were computed using the following range of assumptions for our various stock compensation plans for the years ended November 30:
		2014		2013		2012
	Risk-free interest rates	0.1 - 2.7%		0.1 - 1.8%		0.1 - 2.2%
	Dividend yield	2.1	%	1.9	%	2.3	%
	Expected volatility	15.6 - 20.1%		14.5 - 20.6%		16.5 - 21.6%
	Expected lives	5.8 years		6.2 years		6.1 years
Summary Of Stock Option Activity	A summary of our stock option activity for the years ended November 30 follows:
	(shares in millions)	2014					2013					2012
		Shares		Weighted-			Shares		Weighted-			Shares		Weighted-
				average					average					average
				exercise					exercise					exercise
				price					price					price
	Beginning of year	4.6		$	47.73		5.1		$	40.06		6.6		$	34.98
	Granted	1.1		71.12			0.9		71.6			0.9		54.27
	Exercised	(0.8	)	37.19			(1.3	)	34.11			(2.4	)	31.43
	Forfeited	(0.1	)	67.22			(0.1	)	57.33			—		—
	Outstanding—end of year	4.8		54.17			4.6		47.73			5.1		40.06
	Exercisable—end of year	2.8		$	45.71		2.7		$	39.62		2.7		$	34.99
Summary Of Our Stock Options Outstanding And Exercisable	A summary of our stock options outstanding and exercisable at November 30, 2014 follows:
	(shares in millions)	Options outstanding						Options exercisable
	Range of	Shares		Weighted-	Weighted-			Shares		Weighted-	Weighted-
	exercise price			average	average					average	average
				remaining	exercise					remaining	exercise
				life (yrs)	price					life (yrs)	price
	$20.00 - $40.00	1.4		3.9	$	35.71		1.4		3.9	$	35.71
	$40.01 - $60.00	1.5		6.8	50.77			1		6.7	50.24
	$60.01 - $80.00	1.9		8.9	71.33			0.4		8.5	71.48
		4.8		6.5	$	54.17		2.8		5.1	$	45.71
Schedule of Mid-term Incentive Plan Activity	A summary of the LTPP award activity for the years ended November 30 follows:
	(shares in thousands)	2014					2013					2012
		Shares		Weighted-			Shares		Weighted-			Shares		Weighted-
				average					average					average
				price					price					price
	Beginning of year	334		$	51.73		240		$	46.63		120		$	44.47
	Granted	105		69.04			94		64.74			120		48.78
	Vested	(118	)	44.47			—		—			—		—
	Performance adjustment	(55	)	48.78			—		—			—		—
	Forfeited	(35	)	65.42			—		—			—		—
	Outstanding—end of year	231		$	61.94		334		$	51.73		240		$	46.63

Income_Taxes_Tables

Income Taxes (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Provision For Income Taxes	The provision for income taxes consists of the following:
	(millions)	2014			2013			2012
	Income taxes
	Current
	Federal	$	91.3		$	96.4		$	79.4
	State	11.3			10.3			10.1
	International	37.2			42.2			26
		139.8			148.9			115.5
	Deferred
	Federal	2.8			(0.1		)	21.3
	State	0.3			(0.4		)	4
	International	3			(14.8		)	(1.0		)
		6.1			(15.3		)	24.3
	Total income taxes	$	145.9		$	133.6		$	139.8
Components Of Income From Consolidated Operations Before Income Taxes	The components of income from consolidated operations before income taxes follow:
	(millions)	2014			2013			2012
	Pretax income
	United States	$	333.2		$	351.2		$	366.2
	International	221.2			148.2			159.9
		$	554.4		$	499.4		$	526.1
Reconciliation Of The U.S. Federal Statutory Rate With The Effective Tax Rate	A reconciliation of the U.S. federal statutory rate with the effective tax rate follows:
		2014		2013		2012
	Federal statutory tax rate	35	%	35	%	35	%
	State income taxes, net of federal benefits	1.3		1.2		1.7
	International tax at different effective rates	(7.0	)	(6.9	)	(6.5	)
	U.S. tax on remitted and unremitted earnings	0.4		—		(2.0	)
	U.S. manufacturing deduction	(1.6	)	(1.8	)	(1.6	)
	Changes in prior year tax contingencies	(2.0	)	0.3		(0.1	)
	Other, net	0.2		(1.0	)	0.1
	Total	26.3	%	26.8	%	26.6	%
Schedule Of Deferred Tax Assets And Liabilities	Deferred tax assets and liabilities are comprised of the following:
	(millions)	2014			2013
	Deferred tax assets
	Employee benefit liabilities	$	145		$	110.3
	Other accrued liabilities	23.9			23.5
	Inventory	10.8			11.1
	Tax loss and credit carryforwards	38.9			41.4
	Other	11.7			9.5
	Valuation allowance	(21.8		)	(21.2		)
		208.5			174.6
	Deferred tax liabilities
	Depreciation	38.8			45.3
	Intangible assets	192.6			178.2
	Other	8.7			7.4
		240.1			230.9
	Net deferred tax liability	$	(31.6	)	$	(56.3	)
Activity Related To Our Gross Unrecognized Tax Benefits	The following table summarizes the activity related to our gross unrecognized tax benefits for the years ended November 30:
	(millions)	2014			2013			2012
	Balance at beginning of year	$	58		$	46.7		$	33.2
	Additions for current year tax positions	11.4			10.3			10.6
	Additions for prior year tax positions	0.7			2.2			3.9
	Reductions for prior year tax positions	(9.5		)	—			—
	Settlements	(3.5		)	—			—
	Statute expirations	(0.7		)	(0.1		)	(1.2		)
	Foreign currency translation	(0.7		)	(1.1		)	0.2
	Balance at November 30	$	55.7		$	58		$	46.7

Earnings_Per_Share_Tables

Earnings Per Share (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Reconciliation Of Average Shares Outstanding	The reconciliation of shares outstanding used in the calculation of basic and diluted earnings per share for the years ended November 30 follows:
	(millions)	2014	2013	2012
	Average shares outstanding—basic	129.9	132.1	132.7
	Effect of dilutive securities:
	Stock options/RSUs/LTTP	1.1	1.5	1.6
	Average shares outstanding—diluted	131	133.6	134.3
Schedule Of Antidilutive Securities	The following table sets forth the stock options and RSUs for the years ended November 30 which were not considered in our earnings per share calculation since they were antidilutive.
	(millions)	2014	2013	2012
	Antidilutive securities	1.6	0.6	0.3

Business_Segments_And_Geograph1

Business Segments And Geographic Areas (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Segment Reporting Information, Profit (Loss) [Abstract]
Schedule Of Segment Reporting Information
	(millions)	Consumer		Industrial		Total		Corporate		Total
						segments		& other
	2014
	Net sales	$	2,625.50	$	1,617.70	$	4,243.20	—		$	4,243.20
	Operating income excluding special charges	474.3		133.9		608.2		—		608.2
	Income from unconsolidated operations	28.2		1.2		29.4		—		29.4
	Goodwill	1,581.10		141.1		1,722.20		—		1,722.20
	Assets	—		—		4,169.70		$	244.6	4,414.30
	Capital expenditures	—		—		108.6		24.1		132.7
	Depreciation and amortization	—		—		71.7		31		102.7
	2013
	Net sales	$	2,538.00	$	1,585.40	$	4,123.40	—		$	4,123.40
	Operating income excluding special charges and loss on voluntary pension settlement	472.3		118.5		590.8		—		590.8
	Income from unconsolidated operations	19.5		3.7		23.2		—		23.2
	Goodwill	1,654.70		143.8		1,798.50		—		1,798.50
	Assets	—		—		4,142.90		$	306.8	4,449.70
	Capital expenditures	—		—		84.2		15.7		99.9
	Depreciation and amortization	—		—		74.8		31.2		106
	2012
	Net sales	$	2,415.30	$	1,598.90	$	4,014.20	—		$	4,014.20
	Operating income	456.1		122.2		578.3		—		578.3
	Income from unconsolidated operations	17.3		4.2		21.5		—		21.5
	Goodwill	1,551.00		144.3		1,695.30		—		1,695.30
	Assets	—		—		3,912.20		$	253.2	4,165.40
	Capital expenditures	—		—		88.8		21.5		110.3
	Depreciation and amortization	—		—		75.1		27.7		102.8
Reconciliation of Operating Profit (Loss) from Segments to Consolidated [Table Text Block]	A reconciliation of operating income excluding special charges and loss on voluntary pension settlement (which we use to measure segment profitability) to operating income for the years ended November 30, 2014 and 2013 is as follows:
	(millions)	2014		2013
	Operating income excluding special charges and loss on voluntary pension settlement	$	608.2	$	590.8
	Less: Special charges	5.2		25
	Less: Loss on voluntary pension settlement	—		15.3
	Operating income	$	603	$	550.5
Net Sales And Long-Lived Assets Geographic Areas	We have net sales and long-lived assets in the following geographic areas:
	(millions)	United		EMEA		Other		Total
		States				countries
	2014
	Net sales	$	2,357.50	$	930.8	$	954.9	$	4,243.20
	Long-lived assets	1,284.00		920		451.7		2,655.70
	2013
	Net sales	$	2,357.00	$	883.4	$	883	$	4,123.40
	Long-lived assets	1,275.70		989.2		443.6		2,708.50
	2012
	Net sales	$	2,351.50	$	860.5	$	802.2	$	4,014.20
	Long-lived assets	1,291.50		956.6		318		2,566.10

Supplemental_Financial_Stateme1

Supplemental Financial Statement Data (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Supplemental Financial Statement Data [Abstract]
Supplemental Income Statement, Balance Sheet And Cash Flow Information	Supplemental income statement, balance sheet and cash flow information follows:
	(millions)	2014			2013
	Inventories
	Finished products	$	303.2		$	304.6
	Raw materials and work-in-process	410.6			372.3
		$	713.8		$	676.9
	Prepaid expenses	$	20.3		$	37.7
	Other current assets	111.2			97.1
		$	131.5		$	134.8
	Property, plant and equipment
	Land and improvements	$	57.6		$	59.3
	Buildings	346.4			335.4
	Machinery and equipment	700.7			661.3
	Software	301.7			292.5
	Construction-in-progress	75			59.2
	Accumulated depreciation	(878.7		)	(831.1		)
		$	602.7		$	576.6
	Investments and other assets
	Investments in affiliates	$	156.3		$	160.6
	Long-term investments	113			103.4
	Prepaid allowances	17.3			19.3
	Other assets	55.8			87.7
		$	342.4		$	371
	Other accrued liabilities
	Payroll and employee benefits	$	132.8		$	120.4
	Sales allowances	127.3			124.5
	Other	219			216.8
		$	479.1		$	461.7
	Other long-term liabilities
	Pension	$	182.3		$	101
	Postretirement benefits	89.5			88.2
	Deferred taxes	108.2			139.3
	Unrecognized tax benefits	47.3			53
	Other	41.5			38.4
		$	468.8		$	419.9
	(millions)	2014			2013			2012
	Depreciation	$	67.7		$	67.5		$	63.6
	Software amortization	20			23.6			23.7
	Interest paid	50			54.2			54.7
	Income taxes paid	129			106.3			103.3
Components Of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss	The following table sets forth the components of accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of tax where applicable (in millions):
	(millions)	2014			2013
	Accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of tax where applicable
	Foreign currency translation adjustment	$	32.1		$	165.7
	Unrealized gain (loss) on foreign currency exchange contracts	3			(0.3		)
	Unamortized value of settled interest rate swaps	2.9			2
	Pension and other postretirement costs	(224.0		)	(167.7		)
		$	(186.0	)	$	(0.3	)

Selected_Quarterly_Data_Tables

Selected Quarterly Data (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Quarterly Financial Information Disclosure [Abstract]
Scheduled Of Quarterly Financial Information
	(millions except per share data)	First		Second		Third		Fourth
	2014
	Net sales	$	993.4	$	1,033.40	$	1,042.80	$	1,173.60
	Gross profit	391.5		412.5		420.1		506.1
	Operating income	124.6		121.7		157.3		199.4
	Net income	82.5		84.5		122.9		148
	Basic earnings per share	0.63		0.65		0.95		1.15
	Diluted earnings per share	0.62		0.64		0.94		1.14
	Dividends paid per share—
	Common Stock and Common Stock Non-Voting	0.37		0.37		0.37		0.37
	Market price—Common Stock
	High	70		72		73.04		73.18
	Low	62.8		65.57		66		65.9
	Market price—Common Stock Non-Voting
	High	70.02		72.31		73.09		74.33
	Low	63.03		66.12		65.78		65.61
	2013
	Net sales	$	934.4	$	1,002.60	$	1,016.40	$	1,170.10
	Gross profit	361.7		394.4		407.6		502.2
	Operating income	112		116		148.4		174.1
	Net income	76		78.6		104.4		129.9
	Basic earnings per share	0.57		0.6		0.79		0.99
	Diluted earnings per share	0.57		0.59		0.78		0.98
	Dividends paid per share—
	Common Stock and Common Stock Non-Voting	0.34		0.34		0.34		0.34
	Market price—Common Stock
	High	67.28		74.6		73.41		70
	Low	61.03		68.08		66.85		63.29
	Market price—Common Stock Non-Voting
	High	67.32		74.76		73.36		70.2
	Low	61.23		68.39		67.09		64.07
	Operating income for the third and fourth quarters of 2014 included special charges of $2.3 million and $2.9 million, respectively, related to EMEA reorganization and other streamlining activities. For the third and fourth quarters of 2014, the after tax impact of these charges was $1.6 million and $2.1 million, respectively, and the basic and diluted earnings per share impact was $0.01 for the third quarter and $0.02 for the fourth quarter.
	Operating income for the fourth quarter of 2013 included $25.0 million for special charges related to EMEA reorganization activities and $15.3 million of loss on voluntary pension settlements. The after tax impact of these two items is $29.2 million and the basic and diluted earnings per share impact is $0.22.
	Earnings per share are computed independently for each of the quarters presented. Therefore, the sum of the quarters may not be equal to the full year earnings per share.

Summary_Of_Significant_Account2

Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Amortization period of intangible assets (in years)	13 years
Capitalized software	$11.70	$16.70	$20.50
Shipping and handling expense	100.3	96.9	94.8
Research and development expense	62	61.3	57.8
Brand marketing support costs	226.6	207.8	198.3
Advertising expense	$100.40	$85	$86.20
Minimum [Member] | Buildings [Member]
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Estimated useful lives (in years)	20 years
Minimum [Member] | Machinery, Equipment And Computer Software [Member]
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Estimated useful lives (in years)	3 years
Minimum [Member] | Software [Member]
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Amortization period of intangible assets (in years)	3 years
Maximum [Member] | Buildings [Member]
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Estimated useful lives (in years)	40 years
Maximum [Member] | Machinery, Equipment And Computer Software [Member]
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Estimated useful lives (in years)	12 years
Maximum [Member] | Software [Member]
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Amortization period of intangible assets (in years)	8 years

Acquisitions_Narrative_Details

Acquisitions (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012	31-May-13	31-May-14
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Cash paid for acquisition	$0	$142.30	$0
Goodwill	1,722.20	1,798.50	1,695.30
Transaction costs		4.3	1.7
Wuhan Asia-Pacific Condiments Co. Ltd (WAPC) [Member]
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Consideration transferred		144.8
Cash paid for acquisition		142.3
Value of liabilities assumed		2.5
Approximate annual net sales				122
Tangible net assets					26.9
Other intangible assets					46.1
Goodwill					$71.80

Special_Charges_Special_Charge2

Special Charges Special Charges (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended		12 Months Ended			9 Months Ended	12 Months Ended	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Aug. 31, 2014	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012	Aug. 31, 2014	Nov. 30, 2015	31-May-15
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges	$2.90	$2.30	$5.20	$25	$0
Total plan expenses [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges liability	10		10	18.6
Special charges utilized			-10.7
2013 Special Charges [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges				25
2013 Consumer Special Charges [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges				22.2
2013 Industrial Special Charges [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges				2.8
Employee Severance Charges [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges liability	9.3		9.3	15.9
Special charges			1.1	15.9
Special charges utilized			-7.7
Asset Impairment [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges				6.4
Other exit costs [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges liability	0.7		0.7	2.7
Special charges			1	2.7
Special charges utilized			-3
EMEA
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges			2.1
EMEA | Employee Severance Charges [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges			1.1
EMEA | Other exit costs [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges			1
EMEA | Cash Expenditures [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges			11
EMEA | Annual Cost Savings [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges						10
UNITED STATES
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges	1.1
UNITED STATES | Cash Expenditures [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges			0
UNITED STATES | Annual Cost Savings [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges			1.2
UNITED STATES | Industrial [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges	0.2		1.3
UNITED STATES | Industrial [Member] | Annual Cost Savings [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges			2.3
UNITED STATES | Consumer [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges	0.9
AUSTRALIA
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges			0.7
AUSTRALIA | Cash Expenditures [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges			0
AUSTRALIA | Annual Cost Savings [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges			0.8
UNITED STATES AND AUSTRALIA
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges			3.1
Scenario, Forecast [Member] | EMEA | Cash Expenditures [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges							10
Scenario, Forecast [Member] | UNITED STATES
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges							20
Scenario, Forecast [Member] | UNITED STATES | Employee Severance [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges								13
Scenario, Forecast [Member] | UNITED STATES | Annual Cost Savings [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges							10
Scenario, Forecast [Member] | UNITED STATES | 2016 Estimated Annual Cost Savings [Domain]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges							$25

Goodwill_And_Intangible_Assets2

Goodwill And Intangible Assets (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
Goodwill And Intangible Assets [Abstract ]
Intangible asset amortization expense	$5.60	$5.20	$4.30
Amortizable intangible assets average remaining life, in years	13 years

Goodwill_And_Intangible_Assets3

Goodwill And Intangible Assets (Schedule Of Amortized And Non-Amortized Intangible Assets) (Details) (USD $)	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Finite Lived and Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Finite-lived intangible assets, Gross carrying amount	$94.70	$93.90
Finite-lived intangible assets, Accumulated amortization	34.7	30.2
Goodwill	1,722.20	1,798.50	1,695.30
Indefinite-lived intangible assets, total	1,993	2,068.20
Total goodwill and intangible assets, Gross carrying amount	2,087.70	2,162.10
Total goodwill and intangible assets, Accumulated amortization	34.7	30.2
Goodwill [Member]
Finite Lived and Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Goodwill	1,722.20	1,798.50
Brand Names [Member]
Finite Lived and Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Indefinite-lived intangible assets	$270.80	$269.70

Goodwill_And_Intangible_Assets4

Goodwill And Intangible Assets (Changes In The Carrying Amount Of Goodwill) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
Goodwill [Roll Forward]
Beginning of year			$1,695.30
End of year	1,722.20	1,798.50	1,695.30
Consumer Segment [Member]
Goodwill [Roll Forward]
Beginning of year	1,654.70	1,551
Changes in purchase price allocation	-6.1	0
Goodwill acquired	0	77.9
Foreign currency fluctuations and other	-67.5	25.8
End of year	1,581.10	1,654.70
Industrial Segment [Member]
Goodwill [Roll Forward]
Beginning of year	143.8	144.3
Changes in purchase price allocation	0	0
Goodwill acquired	0	0
Foreign currency fluctuations and other	-2.7	-0.5
End of year	$141.10	$143.80

Investments_In_Affiliates_Narr

Investments In Affiliates (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
Investments in and Advances to Affiliates [Line Items]
Results of unconsolidated affiliates, percentage	100.00%
McCormick de Mexico, S.A. de C.V. [Member]
Investments in and Advances to Affiliates [Line Items]
Percentage ownership interest in unconsolidated affiliates businesses	50.00%
Unconsolidated Affiliates [Member]
Investments in and Advances to Affiliates [Line Items]
Undistributed earnings of unconsolidated affiliates	$96.70
Royalty income	$18.70	$18.40	$17.10
Percent of income from unconsolidated operations from joint ventures	91.00%	78.00%	82.00%

Investments_In_Affiliates_Summ

Investments In Affiliates (Summarized Annual And Year-End Information Of Unconsolidated Affiliates) (Details) (Unconsolidated Affiliates [Member], USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
Unconsolidated Affiliates [Member]
Investments in and Advances to Affiliates [Line Items]
Net sales	$766.60	$761.40	$727.10
Gross profit	275.7	256.9	229.2
Net income	67.5	53.8	47.1
Current assets	320.1	288.9	274.4
Noncurrent assets	123.6	128.4	104.2
Current liabilities	137.2	141	129.9
Noncurrent liabilities	$6.30	$7.20	$20.50

Financing_Arrangements_Narrati

Financing Arrangements (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014		Nov. 30, 2013		Nov. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2013
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Net proceeds from issuance of notes	$0		$246.20		$0.80
Rental expense under operating leases	40.3		37.6		32.7
Guarantees outstanding	0.6
Letter Of Credit [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Total unused capacity	12.9
Outstanding letters of credit	8.1		61.9
3.90% Notes Due 2021 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Net proceeds from issuance of notes			246.2
Notes subject to interest rate hedge			175
3.50% Notes Due 2023 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Notes outstanding			250
Stated Note interest rate			3.50%
Notes Payable, Other Payables [Member] | August 2013 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Notes outstanding	250
Debt, Weighted Average Interest Rate	3.30%
Notes Payable, Other Payables [Member] | 3.90% Notes Due 2021 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Notes outstanding	250	[1]	250	[1]
Stated Note interest rate	3.90%		3.90%
Debt instrument maturity year	2021		2021
Notes Payable, Other Payables [Member] | 3.50% Notes Due 2023 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Notes outstanding	250	[2]	250	[2]
Stated Note interest rate	3.50%		3.50%
Debt instrument maturity year	2023		2023
Notes Payable, Other Payables [Member] | 5.25% Notes Due 2013 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Notes outstanding						250
Stated Note interest rate			5.25%			5.25%
Debt instrument maturity year			2013
Line of Credit [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Credit facility	360.6
Total unused capacity	125.4
Committed credit facilities, fee	0.5		0.5
Line of Credit [Member] | Current Credit Facility [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Duration of agreement	5 years
Credit facility	600
Debt instrument maturity year	Jun-16
Basis spread on variable rate	0.88%
Commercial Paper Program [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Credit facility	$239.40
[1]	Interest rate swaps, settled upon the issuance of these notes in 2011, effectively fixed the interest rate on the $250 million notes at a weighted-average fixed rate of 4.01%.
[2]	Interest rate swaps, settled upon the issuance of these notes in 2013, effectively fixed the interest rate on the $250 million notes at a weighted-average fixed rate of 3.30%.

Financing_Arrangements_Compone

Financing Arrangements (Components Of Outstanding Debt) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014		Nov. 30, 2013		Sep. 30, 2013
Schedule of Short Term and Long Term Debt [Line Items]
Commercial paper	$239.40		$200.30
Other	30.2		11.3
Short-term borrowings, total	269.6		211.6
Weighted-average interest rate of short-term borrowings at year-end	1.30%		0.70%
Other	8.5		10.8
Unamortized discounts and fair value adjustments	1.8		5.7
Long-term debt	1,015.30		1,021.50
Less current portion	-1.2		-2.5
Long-term debt, total	1,014.10		1,019
3.50% Notes Due 2023 [Member]
Schedule of Short Term and Long Term Debt [Line Items]
Notes outstanding			250
Debt instrument interest rate			3.50%
Notes Payable, Other Payables [Member] | 3.50% Notes Due 2023 [Member]
Schedule of Short Term and Long Term Debt [Line Items]
Notes outstanding	250	[1]	250	[1]
Debt instrument interest rate	3.50%		3.50%
Debt instrument maturity year	2023		2023
Notes Payable, Other Payables [Member] | 5.25% Notes Due 2013 [Member]
Schedule of Short Term and Long Term Debt [Line Items]
Notes outstanding					250
Debt instrument interest rate			5.25%		5.25%
Debt instrument maturity year			2013
Notes Payable, Other Payables [Member] | 5.20% Notes Due 2015 [Member]
Schedule of Short Term and Long Term Debt [Line Items]
Notes outstanding	200	[2]	200	[2]
Debt instrument interest rate	5.20%		5.20%
Debt instrument maturity year	2015		2015
Net interest payments, percentage below LIBOR	0.05%
Debt Instrument, effective interest rate	0.19%
Notes Payable, Other Payables [Member] | 5.75% Notes Due 2017 [Member]
Schedule of Short Term and Long Term Debt [Line Items]
Notes outstanding	250	[3]	250	[3]
Debt instrument interest rate	5.75%		5.75%
Debt instrument maturity year	2017		2017
Notes Payable, Other Payables [Member] | 3.90% Notes Due 2021 [Member]
Schedule of Short Term and Long Term Debt [Line Items]
Notes outstanding	250	[4]	250	[4]
Debt instrument interest rate	3.90%		3.90%
Debt instrument maturity year	2021		2021
Notes Payable, Other Payables [Member] | 7.63%-8.12% Notes Due 2024 [Member]
Schedule of Short Term and Long Term Debt [Line Items]
Notes outstanding	55		55
Debt instrument maturity year	2024		2024
Debt instrument interest rate, minimum	7.63%		7.63%
Debt instrument interest rate, maximum	8.12%		8.12%
Notes Payable, Other Payables [Member] | Notes Issued In Dec 2007 [Member]
Schedule of Short Term and Long Term Debt [Line Items]
Notes outstanding	250
Weighted average fixed rate	6.25%
Notes Payable, Other Payables [Member] | Notes Issued In July 2011 [Member]
Schedule of Short Term and Long Term Debt [Line Items]
Notes outstanding	250
Weighted average fixed rate	4.01%
Notes Payable, Other Payables [Member] | Interest Rate Swap [Member] | 5.20% Notes Due 2015 [Member]
Schedule of Short Term and Long Term Debt [Line Items]
Notes outstanding	$100
[1]	Interest rate swaps, settled upon the issuance of these notes in 2013, effectively fixed the interest rate on the $250 million notes at a weighted-average fixed rate of 3.30%.
[2]	The fixed interest rate on $100 million of the 5.20% notes due in 2015 is effectively converted to a variable rate by interest rate swaps through 2015. Net interest payments are based on 3 month LIBOR minus 0.05% during this period (our effective rate as of November 30, 2014 was 0.19%).
[3]	Interest rate swaps, settled upon the issuance of these notes in 2007, effectively fixed the interest rate on the $250 million notes at a weighted-average fixed rate of 6.25%.
[4]	Interest rate swaps, settled upon the issuance of these notes in 2011, effectively fixed the interest rate on the $250 million notes at a weighted-average fixed rate of 4.01%.

Financing_Arrangements_Maturit

Financing Arrangements (Maturities Of Long-Term Debt) (Details) (USD $)	Nov. 30, 2014
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Financing Arrangements [Abstract]
2014	$200.60
2015	0.7
2016	250.7
2017	0.8
Thereafter	$559.50

Financing_Arrangements_Rental_

Financing Arrangements (Rental Expense Under Operating Leases) (Details) (USD $)	Nov. 30, 2014
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Financing Arrangements [Abstract]
2014	$23.40
2015	17.6
2016	13.9
2017	11.3
2018	8.5
Thereafter	$17.60

Financial_Instruments_Narrativ

Financial Instruments (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended	12 Months Ended	1 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
	Feb. 28, 2014	Nov. 30, 2014	Mar. 31, 2006	Nov. 30, 2013
Derivative [Line Items]
Other comprehensive income (loss) expected to be reclassified in income in next 12 months		$4,300,000
Cost of long-term investments		80,100,000		77,500,000
Fair Value, Concentration of Risk, Accounts Receivable		0.21
Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Foreign currency to purchase or sell		262,700,000		204,900,000
Maximum time frame for short-term foreign exchange contracts		12 months
Derivative, Notional Amount		127,100,000
Derivative, Term of Contract	7 days
Interest Rate Swap [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative, Notional Amount			100,000,000
Interest on interest rate swap contracts			5.20%
Basis spread on variable interest rate derivative contracts, percentage below LIBOR			0.05%
Maturity date of interest rate swap contracts			Dec-15
Derivative instruments fair value hedge			100,000,000
Hedge ineffectiveness recognized on interest rate swaps			0
Maximum [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Maturity period for remaining foreign currency contracts (in months)		12 months
Minimum [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Maturity period for remaining foreign currency contracts (in months)		1 month
Interest Rate Swap [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Cash flow hedges settled in cash for gain (loss)				-9,000,000
Weighted average fixed interest rate on issuance of notes				3.30%
Aggregate principal amount				250,000,000
Interest Rate Swap [Member] | Treasury Lock [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative, Notional Amount				175,000,000
5.20% Medium-Term Notes Due 2015 [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Medium-term notes due			$200,000,000
Debt instrument interest rate			5.20%
Debt instrument maturity year			2015

Financial_Instruments_Fair_Val

Financial Instruments (Fair Values Of Derivative Instruments) (Details) (USD $)	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Fair Value of Asset Derivatives	$12.30	$13.30
Fair Value of Liability Derivatives	1.4	1.6
Interest Rate Contracts [Member] | Other Current Assets [Member]
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Derivative Asset, Notional Amount	100	100
Fair Value of Interest rate contracts	7.4	12.2
Interest Rate Contracts [Member] | Other Accrued Liabilities [Member]
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Total notional amount of interest rate swap contracts	0	0
Interest rate derivatives	0	0
Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member] | Other Current Assets [Member]
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Derivative Asset, Notional Amount	106.3	79.2
Foreign Currency Fair Value Hedge Derivative at Fair Value, Net	4.9	1.1
Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member] | Other Accrued Liabilities [Member]
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Total notional amount of interest rate swap contracts	156.4	125.7
Foreign Currency Fair Value Hedge Derivative at Fair Value, Net	$1.40	$1.60

Financial_Instruments_Fair_Val1

Financial Instruments (Fair Value Hedges) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Interest Expense	$49.70	$53.30	$54.60
Fair Value Hedges [Member] | Interest Expense [Member] | Interest Rate Contracts [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Interest Expense	$5	$5	$4.70

Financial_Instruments_Cash_Flo

Financial Instruments (Cash Flow Hedges) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
Cash Flow Hedges [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Gain (loss) recognized in OCI	$4.20	$10.20	($2.50)
Gain (loss) reclassified from AOCI	-1.3	-1	-0.8
Cash Flow Hedges [Member] | Interest Rate Contracts [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Gain (loss) recognized in OCI	0	9.2	-0.1
Cash Flow Hedges [Member] | Interest Rate Contracts [Member] | Interest Expense [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Gain (loss) reclassified from AOCI	-0.2	-1.3	-1.4
Cash Flow Hedges [Member] | Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Gain (loss) recognized in OCI	4.2	1	-2.4
Cash Flow Hedges [Member] | Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member] | Cost Of Goods Sold [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Gain (loss) reclassified from AOCI	-1.1	0.3	0.6
Other Accrued Liabilities [Member] | Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Foreign Currency Fair Value Hedge Derivative at Fair Value, Net	1.4	1.6
Other Current Assets [Member] | Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Foreign Currency Fair Value Hedge Derivative at Fair Value, Net	$4.90	$1.10

Financial_Instruments_Carrying

Financial Instruments (Carrying Amount And Fair Value Of Financial Instruments) (Details) (USD $)	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Derivative [Line Items]
Long-term investments, Carrying amount	$113	$103.40
Long-term investments, Fair value	113	103.4
Long-term debt, Carrying amount	1,015.30	1,021.50
Long-term debt, Fair value	1,109	1,102.40
Other Current Assets [Member] | Interest Rate Contracts [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Interest Rate Derivatives, at Fair Value, Net	7.4	12.2
Other Current Assets [Member] | Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Foreign Currency Fair Value Hedge Derivative at Fair Value, Net	4.9	1.1
Other Accrued Liabilities [Member] | Interest Rate Contracts [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Interest rate derivatives	0	0
Other Accrued Liabilities [Member] | Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Foreign Currency Fair Value Hedge Derivative at Fair Value, Net	$1.40	$1.60

Fair_Value_Measurements_Assets

Fair Value Measurements (Assets And Liabilities Measured At Fair Value On Recurring Basis) (Details) (Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member], USD $)	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]
Cash and cash equivalents	$77.30	$63
Insurance contracts	104.5	90.1
Bonds and other long-term investments	8.5	13.3
Interest rate derivatives	7.4	12.2
Foreign currency derivatives	4.9	1.1
Total	202.6	179.7
Foreign currency derivatives	1.4	1.6
Total	1.4	1.6
Level 1 [Member]
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]
Cash and cash equivalents	77.3	63
Insurance contracts	0	0
Bonds and other long-term investments	8.5	13.3
Interest rate derivatives	0	0
Foreign currency derivatives	0	0
Total	85.8	76.3
Foreign currency derivatives	0	0
Total	0	0
Level 2 [Member]
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]
Cash and cash equivalents	0	0
Insurance contracts	104.5	90.1
Bonds and other long-term investments	0	0
Interest rate derivatives	7.4	12.2
Foreign currency derivatives	4.9	1.1
Total	116.8	103.4
Foreign currency derivatives	1.4	1.6
Total	1.4	1.6
Level 3 [Member]
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]
Cash and cash equivalents	0	0
Insurance contracts	0	0
Bonds and other long-term investments	0	0
Interest rate derivatives	0	0
Foreign currency derivatives	0	0
Total	0	0
Foreign currency derivatives	0	0
Total	$0	$0

Accumulated_Other_Comprehensiv2

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income-Components of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income, Net of Tax (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
Reclassification Adjustment out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income on Derivatives [Line Items]
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI on Derivatives, before Tax	($1.30)	($1)	($0.80)
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI on Derivatives, Tax	0.3	0.3	0.2
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI on Derivatives, Net of Tax	-1	-0.7	-0.6
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Amortization Adjustment from AOCI, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, for Net Prior Service Cost (Credit), before Tax	0.3	-0.8	-3.5
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, for Net Gain (Loss), before Tax	16.4	36.5	21.6
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, before Tax	16.7	35.7	18.1
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, for Net (Gain) Loss, Tax	-5.7	-12.1	-6.2
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, for Net (Gain) Loss, Net of Tax	11	23.6	11.9
Foreign currency translation adjustment	32.1	165.7
Unrealized gain (loss) on foreign currency exchange contracts	3	-0.3
Unamoritzed value of settled interest rate swaps	2.9	2
Pension and other postretirement costs	-224	-167.7
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of tax	-186	-0.3
Cash Flow Hedging [Member]
Reclassification Adjustment out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income on Derivatives [Line Items]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) Reclassified from Accumulated OCI into Income, Effective Portion, Net	-1.3	-1	-0.8
Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member] | Cash Flow Hedging [Member] | Cost of Sales [Member]
Reclassification Adjustment out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income on Derivatives [Line Items]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) Reclassified from Accumulated OCI into Income, Effective Portion, Net	-1.1	0.3	0.6
Interest Rate Contract [Member] | Cash Flow Hedging [Member] | Interest Expense [Member]
Reclassification Adjustment out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income on Derivatives [Line Items]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) Reclassified from Accumulated OCI into Income, Effective Portion, Net	($0.20)	($1.30)	($1.40)

Employee_Benefit_And_Retiremen2

Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans [Line Items]
Loss on voluntary pension settlement	$0	$15.30	$0
Unrecognized actuarial losses and unrecognized prior service credit, before tax	330
Unrecognized actuarial losses and unrecognized prior service credit, net of tax	224	167.7
Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net Gains (Losses), before Tax	327.9
Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net Prior Service Cost (Credit), before Tax	2.1
Expected actuarial losses, net of prior service credit, before tax	23.4
Expected actuarial losses, net of prior service credit, net of tax	15.7
Amortization of net actuarial loss	23.1
Amortization of prior service costs	0.3
Dividends paid	192.4	179.9	164.7
Assumed annual increase in cost of health care benefits	7.00%	7.00%
Ultimate health care cost trend rate	5.00%	5.00%
Ultimate health care cost trend rate, year	2022	2021
United States Pension Plans [Member]
Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans [Line Items]
Loss on voluntary pension settlement	0	15.3	0
Defined Benefit Plan, Settlements, Plan Assets	0	63.3
Unrecognized actuarial losses and unrecognized prior service credit, net of tax	144	95.5
Amortization of net actuarial loss	11.8	29.5	18.1
Amortization of prior service costs	0	0	0.1
Benefit obligation	728.4	607.7	735.2
Accrued liability related to the plan	152.1	81.2
Pension and Other Postretirement Defined Benefit Plans, Liabilities, Noncurrent		25.8
Accumulated benefit obligation	636.7	532.8
Percentage of pension plan assets in equity securities	100.00%	100.00%
International Pension Plans [Member]
Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans [Line Items]
Loss on voluntary pension settlement	0	0	0
Unrecognized actuarial losses and unrecognized prior service credit, net of tax	82.5	74.1
Amortization of net actuarial loss	4.6	5.6	3.5
Amortization of prior service costs	0.3	0.4	0.4
Benefit obligation	341.6	304.9	300.8
Accrued liability related to the plan	36.6	25
Pension and Other Postretirement Defined Benefit Plans, Liabilities, Noncurrent	0.3
Accumulated benefit obligation	310.9	276.5
Percentage of pension plan assets in equity securities	100.00%	100.00%
Supplemental Employee Retirement Plan [Member]
Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans [Line Items]
Benefit obligation	91.3	81.2
Accrued liability related to the plan	86.7	76.8
Pension and Other Postretirement Defined Benefit Plans, Liabilities, Noncurrent	79.6	74.4
Fair value of McCormick stock held in plan assets	164.9
Number of shares of McCormick stock held in plan assets	2.3
Percentage of participant contribution considered for first condition of plan	100.00%
Percentage of participant salary under first condition of plan	3.00%
Percentage of participant contribution considered for second condition of plan	50.00%
Percentage of participant salary under second condition of plan	2.00%
401(k) plan expense	7.7	7.7	7.4
Dividends paid	3.5
Other Postretirement Benefits [Member]
Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans [Line Items]
Amortization of net actuarial loss	0	1.4	0
Amortization of prior service costs	0	-1.2	-4
Benefit obligation	96.3	94.9	112.8
Age after which employees retire	55 years
Minimum number of years in service	5 years
Assumed discount rate	4.00%	4.70%
U.S. Equity Securities [Member]
Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans [Line Items]
Fair value of McCormick stock held in plan assets	33	31.6
Number of shares of McCormick stock held in plan assets	0.5	0.5
Percentage of pension plan assets in equity securities	5.70%	5.70%
Dividends paid	$0.70	$0.60

Employee_Benefit_And_Retiremen3

Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans (Significant Assumptions Used To Determine Benefit Obligations) (Details)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
United States Pension Plans [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumptions Used Calculating Benefit Obligation, Rate of Compensation Increase	3.80%	3.80%
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumptions Used Calculating Net Periodic Benefit Cost, Rate of Compensation Increase	3.80%	3.80%	3.80%
Expected return on plan assets	8.00%	8.00%	8.30%
United States Pension Plans [Member] | Funded Plan [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumptions Used Calculating Benefit Obligation, Discount Rate	4.40%	5.20%
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumptions Used Calculating Net Periodic Benefit Cost, Discount Rate	5.20%	4.30%	5.50%
United States Pension Plans [Member] | Unfunded Plan [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumptions Used Calculating Benefit Obligation, Discount Rate	4.30%	5.10%
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumptions Used Calculating Net Periodic Benefit Cost, Discount Rate	5.10%	4.20%	5.40%
International Pension Plans [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Expected return on plan assets	6.40%	6.60%	6.70%
International Pension Plans [Member] | Funded Plan [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumptions Used Calculating Benefit Obligation, Discount Rate	3.80%	4.60%
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumptions Used Calculating Net Periodic Benefit Cost, Discount Rate	4.60%	4.40%	5.10%
International Pension Plans [Member] | Unfunded Plan [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumptions Used Calculating Benefit Obligation, Discount Rate	0.00%	0.00%
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumptions Used Calculating Net Periodic Benefit Cost, Discount Rate	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
International Pension Plans [Member] | Minimum [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumptions Used Calculating Benefit Obligation, Rate of Compensation Increase	3.00%	3.00%	3.00%
International Pension Plans [Member] | Maximum [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumptions Used Calculating Benefit Obligation, Rate of Compensation Increase	3.80%	3.80%	3.80%

Employee_Benefit_And_Retiremen4

Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans (Components Of Defined Benefit Plans) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Loss on voluntary pension settlement	$0	$15.30	$0
Amortization of prior service costs	0.3
Amortization of net actuarial loss	23.1
Other Postretirement Benefits [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Service cost	3.6	5.1	4
Interest costs	4.3	4.1	4.9
Amortization of prior service costs	0	-1.2	-4
Amortization of net actuarial loss	0	1.4	0
Special termination benefits	0	0	-0.1
Total expense	7.9	9.4	4.8
United States Pension Plans [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Service cost	20	23.2	17.5
Interest costs	31.1	31.2	31.8
Expected return on plan assets	-38.8	-41.4	-37.8
Loss on voluntary pension settlement	0	15.3	0
Amortization of prior service costs	0	0	0.1
Amortization of net actuarial loss	11.8	29.5	18.1
Other	0	0	0
Total expense	24.1	57.8	29.7
International Pension Plans [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Service cost	7.8	8.8	6.8
Interest costs	13.8	12.6	12.8
Expected return on plan assets	-18.7	-17.2	-16.2
Loss on voluntary pension settlement	0	0	0
Amortization of prior service costs	0.3	0.4	0.4
Amortization of net actuarial loss	4.6	5.6	3.5
Other	0	0.1	0
Total expense	$7.80	$10.30	$7.30

Employee_Benefit_And_Retiremen5

Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans (Benefit Obligation, Fair Value Of Plan Assets And Reconciliation Of Defined Benefit Plans) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
Defined Benefit Plan, Change in Benefit Obligation [Roll Forward]
Employee contributions		$2.90
Defined Benefit Plan, Change in Fair Value of Plan Assets [Roll Forward]
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year		0
Employee contributions		2.9
Fair value of plan assets at end of year	0	0
United States Pension Plans [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Settlements, Plan Assets	0	-63.3
Defined Benefit Plan, Change in Benefit Obligation [Roll Forward]
Benefit obligation at beginning of year	607.7	735.2
Service cost	20	23.2	17.5
Interest costs	31.1	31.2	31.8
Actuarial (gain) loss	94	-97.8
Benefits paid	-24.4	-20.8
Benefit obligation at end of year	728.4	607.7	735.2
Defined Benefit Plan, Change in Fair Value of Plan Assets [Roll Forward]
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year	552.3	519.8
Actual return on plan assets	43.9	84.5
Employer contributions	4.5	32.1
Benefits paid	-24.4	-20.8
Fair value of plan assets at end of year	576.3	552.3	519.8
Funded status	-152.1	-55.4
Accumulated benefit obligation	86.7	76.8
Fair value of plan assets	0	0
International Pension Plans [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan, Change in Benefit Obligation [Roll Forward]
Benefit obligation at beginning of year	304.9	300.8
Service cost	7.8	8.8	6.8
Interest costs	13.8	12.6	12.8
Employee contributions	1.5	1.7
Plan changes and other	-0.6	-1.4
Actuarial (gain) loss	49.9	-5.5
Benefits paid	-13.9	-8.6
Expenses paid	-0.8	-0.8
Foreign currency impact	-21	-2.7
Benefit obligation at end of year	341.6	304.9	300.8
Defined Benefit Plan, Change in Fair Value of Plan Assets [Roll Forward]
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year	279.9	247.6
Actual return on plan assets	44.8	31.4
Employer contributions	12.3	10.6
Employee contributions	1.5	1.7
Benefits paid	-13.9	-8.6
Expenses paid	-0.8	-0.8
Foreign currency impact	-18.5	-2
Fair value of plan assets at end of year	305.3	279.9	247.6
Funded status	-36.3	-25
Accumulated benefit obligation	189.2	191.4
Fair value of plan assets	174.2	176.8
Other Postretirement Benefits [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan, Change in Benefit Obligation [Roll Forward]
Benefit obligation at beginning of year	94.9	112.8
Service cost	3.6	5.1	4
Interest costs	4.3	4.1	4.9
Employee contributions	2.9	2.9
Demographic assumptions change	-5.8	-8.1
Other plan assumptions	1.1	-1.5
Trend rate assumption change	0.1	0
Discount rate change	5.8	-8.7
Special termination benefits	0	0	-0.1
Actuarial (gain) loss	-2.3	-3.3
Benefits paid	-8.3	-8.4
Benefit obligation at end of year	96.3	94.9	112.8
Defined Benefit Plan, Change in Fair Value of Plan Assets [Roll Forward]
Employer contributions	5.4	5.5
Employee contributions	2.9	2.9
Benefits paid	-8.3	-8.4
Other postretirement benefit liability	$96.30	$94.90

Employee_Benefit_And_Retiremen6

Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans (Amounts Recorded In Balance Sheet, Defined Benefit Pension Plans) (Details) (USD $)	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Accumulated other comprehensive loss	$224	$167.70
United States Pension Plans [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Pension and Other Postretirement Defined Benefit Plans, Liabilities, Noncurrent		25.8
Accrued pension liability	152.1	81.2
Deferred income tax assets	87.9	59.4
Accumulated other comprehensive loss	144	95.5
International Pension Plans [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Pension and Other Postretirement Defined Benefit Plans, Liabilities, Noncurrent	0.3
Accrued pension liability	36.6	25
Deferred income tax assets	19.3	15.7
Accumulated other comprehensive loss	$82.50	$74.10

Employee_Benefit_And_Retiremen7

Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans (Allocations Of Pension Plan Assets) (Details)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013
United States Pension Plans [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Equity securities, Actual	100.00%	100.00%
Equity securities, Target	100.00%
United States Pension Plans [Member] | Equity Securities [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Equity securities, Actual	70.40%	70.20%
Equity securities, Target	65.00%
United States Pension Plans [Member] | Fixed Income Funds [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Equity securities, Actual	15.50%	23.10%
Equity securities, Target	17.50%
United States Pension Plans [Member] | Other Plan Asset Categories [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Equity securities, Actual	14.10%	6.70%
Equity securities, Target	17.50%
International Pension Plans [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Equity securities, Actual	100.00%	100.00%
Equity securities, Target	100.00%
International Pension Plans [Member] | Equity Securities [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Equity securities, Actual	56.60%	57.60%
Equity securities, Target	53.00%
International Pension Plans [Member] | Fixed Income Funds [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Equity securities, Actual	43.20%	42.10%
Equity securities, Target	41.00%
International Pension Plans [Member] | Other Plan Asset Categories [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Equity securities, Actual	0.20%	0.30%
Equity securities, Target	6.00%

Employee_Benefit_And_Retiremen8

Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans (Fair Value Of Pension Plan Assets) (Details) (USD $)	Nov. 30, 2014		Nov. 30, 2013		Nov. 30, 2012
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	$0		$0		$0
Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	59.7		23.4		26.4
Hedge Fund Of Funds [Member] | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	54.7		18.5		21.1
Private Equity Funds [Member] | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	5		4.9		5.3
United States Pension Plans of US Entity, Defined Benefit [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	576.3		552.3		519.8
United States Pension Plans of US Entity, Defined Benefit [Member] | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	326.9		350.9
United States Pension Plans of US Entity, Defined Benefit [Member] | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	189.7		178
United States Pension Plans of US Entity, Defined Benefit [Member] | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	59.7		23.4
United States Pension Plans of US Entity, Defined Benefit [Member] | Cash And Cash Equivalents [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	15		13.5
United States Pension Plans of US Entity, Defined Benefit [Member] | Cash And Cash Equivalents [Member] | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	15		13.5
United States Pension Plans of US Entity, Defined Benefit [Member] | U.S. Equity Securities [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	301	[1]	277.2	[1]
United States Pension Plans of US Entity, Defined Benefit [Member] | U.S. Equity Securities [Member] | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	144.3	[1]	129.5	[1]
United States Pension Plans of US Entity, Defined Benefit [Member] | U.S. Equity Securities [Member] | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	156.7	[1]	147.7	[1]
United States Pension Plans of US Entity, Defined Benefit [Member] | International Equity Securities [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	111.1	[2]	110.7	[2]
United States Pension Plans of US Entity, Defined Benefit [Member] | International Equity Securities [Member] | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	111.1	[2]	110.7	[2]
United States Pension Plans of US Entity, Defined Benefit [Member] | U.S./Government/Corporate Bonds [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	30.6	[3]	72.5	[3]
United States Pension Plans of US Entity, Defined Benefit [Member] | U.S./Government/Corporate Bonds [Member] | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	30.6	[3]	72.5	[3]
United States Pension Plans of US Entity, Defined Benefit [Member] | High Yield Bonds [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	31.9	[4]	29.3	[4]
United States Pension Plans of US Entity, Defined Benefit [Member] | High Yield Bonds [Member] | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	31.9	[4]	29.3	[4]
United States Pension Plans of US Entity, Defined Benefit [Member] | International/Government/Corporate Bonds [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	25.9	[5]	24.7	[5]
United States Pension Plans of US Entity, Defined Benefit [Member] | International/Government/Corporate Bonds [Member] | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	25.9	[5]	24.7	[5]
United States Pension Plans of US Entity, Defined Benefit [Member] | Insurance Contracts [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	1.1	[6]	1	[6]
United States Pension Plans of US Entity, Defined Benefit [Member] | Insurance Contracts [Member] | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	1.1	[6]	1	[6]
United States Pension Plans of US Entity, Defined Benefit [Member] | Hedge Fund Of Funds [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	54.7	[7]	18.5	[7]
United States Pension Plans of US Entity, Defined Benefit [Member] | Hedge Fund Of Funds [Member] | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	54.7	[7]	18.5	[7]
United States Pension Plans of US Entity, Defined Benefit [Member] | Private Equity Funds [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	5	[8]	4.9	[8]
United States Pension Plans of US Entity, Defined Benefit [Member] | Private Equity Funds [Member] | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	5	[8]	4.9	[8]
International Pension Plans [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	305.3		279.9		247.6
International Pension Plans [Member] | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	0.6		0.6
International Pension Plans [Member] | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	304.7		279.3
International Pension Plans [Member] | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	0		0
International Pension Plans [Member] | Cash And Cash Equivalents [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	0.6		0.6
International Pension Plans [Member] | Cash And Cash Equivalents [Member] | Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	0.6		0.6
International Pension Plans [Member] | Cash And Cash Equivalents [Member] | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets			0
International Pension Plans [Member] | International Equity Securities [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	172.7	[2]	161.4	[2]
International Pension Plans [Member] | International Equity Securities [Member] | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	172.7	[2]	161.4	[2]
International Pension Plans [Member] | International Equity Securities [Member] | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets			0	[2]
International Pension Plans [Member] | U.S./Government/Corporate Bonds [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	108.5	[3]	99.3	[3]
International Pension Plans [Member] | U.S./Government/Corporate Bonds [Member] | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	108.5	[3]	99.3	[3]
International Pension Plans [Member] | U.S./Government/Corporate Bonds [Member] | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets			0	[3]
International Pension Plans [Member] | Insurance Contracts [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	23.5	[6]	18.6	[6]
International Pension Plans [Member] | Insurance Contracts [Member] | Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	23.5	[6]	18.6	[6]
International Pension Plans [Member] | Insurance Contracts [Member] | Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets			$0	[6]
[1]	This category comprises equity funds and collective equity trust funds that most closely track the S&P index and other equity indices.
[2]	This category comprises international equity funds with varying benchmark indices.
[3]	This category comprises funds consisting of U.S. government and U.S. corporate bonds and other fixed income securities. An appropriate benchmark is the Barclays Capital Aggregate Bond Index.
[4]	This category comprises funds consisting of real estate related debt securities with an appropriate benchmark of the Barclays Investment Grade CMBS Index.
[5]	This category comprises funds consisting of international government/corporate bonds and other fixed income securities with varying benchmark indices.
[6]	This category comprises insurance contracts, the majority of which have a guaranteed investment return.
[7]	This category comprises hedge funds investing in strategies represented in various HFRI Fund Indices.
[8]	This category comprises private equity, venture capital and limited partnerships.

Employee_Benefit_And_Retiremen9

Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans (Change In Fair Value Of Level 3 Pension Plan Assets) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
Defined Benefit Plan, Change in Fair Value of Plan Assets [Roll Forward]
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year			$0
Fair value of plan assets at end of year	0	0	0
Level 3 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan, Change in Fair Value of Plan Assets [Roll Forward]
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year	23.4	26.4
Realized gains	2.4	1.4
Unrealized gains	-1.5	1.4
Net, purchases and sales	35.4	-5.8
Fair value of plan assets at end of year	59.7	23.4
Level 3 [Member] | Hedge Fund Of Funds [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan, Change in Fair Value of Plan Assets [Roll Forward]
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year	18.5	21.1
Realized gains	1.5	0.9
Unrealized gains	-1.7	1.5
Net, purchases and sales	36.4	-5
Fair value of plan assets at end of year	54.7	18.5
Level 3 [Member] | Private Equity Funds [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan, Change in Fair Value of Plan Assets [Roll Forward]
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year	4.9	5.3
Realized gains	0.9	0.5
Unrealized gains	0.2	-0.1
Net, purchases and sales	-1	-0.8
Fair value of plan assets at end of year	$5	$4.90

Recovered_Sheet1

Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans (Estimated Future Benefit Payments) (Details) (USD $)	Nov. 30, 2014
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
International Pension Plans [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
2014	$8.50
2015	8.9
2016	9.9
2017	10.8
2018	12.3
2019-2023	79.7
United States Pension Plans [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
2014	24.5
2015	25.5
2016	27.4
2017	30.1
2018	31.7
2019-2023	195.4
Other Postretirement Benefits [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
2014	6.9
2015	6.8
2016	6.9
2017	7
2018	7.1
2019-2023	35.7
Retiree Medical [Member] | Other Postretirement Benefits [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
2014	5.8
2015	5.7
2016	5.7
2017	5.8
2018	5.9
2019-2023	29.4
Retiree Life Insurance [Member] | Other Postretirement Benefits [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
2014	1.1
2015	1.1
2016	1.2
2017	1.2
2018	1.2
2019-2023	$6.30

StockBased_Compensation_Narrat

Stock-Based Compensation (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
	award_type
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Number of Stock-based Compensation Award Types	3
Total stock-based compensation expense	$18.20	$18.70	$20.20
Unrecognized stock-based compensation expense	18.9
Weighted average period for unrecognized stock-based compensation to be recognized	1 year 1 month
Common Stock, Capital Shares Reserved for Future Issuance	5.8
Intrinsic value of options outstanding	96.5
Intrinsic value for exercisable options	81
Total intrinsic value for all options exercised	$25.90	$43.70	$62.80
Restricted Stock Units [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Vesting period	3 years	2 years
Stock Options [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Vesting period	3 years	4 years
Exercisable period	10 years
Weighted-average grant-date fair value of an option granted (usd per share)	$9.48	$9.47	$7.17
Mid-term Incentive Program [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Weighted average period for unrecognized stock-based compensation to be recognized	3 years

StockBased_Compensation_Summar

Stock-Based Compensation (Summary Of RSU Activity) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Number of Shares [Roll Forward]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Non-Option Equity Instruments, Other	-55
Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Other Share Increase (Decrease) in Period, Weighted Average Exercise Price	$48.78
Restricted Stock Units [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Number of Shares [Roll Forward]
Outstanding at beginning of year, Shares	161	192	233
Granted, Shares	180	89	113
Vested, Shares	-93	-116	-147
Forfeited, Shares	-9	-4	-7
Outstanding at end of year, Shares	239	161	192
Outstanding at beginning of year, Weighted-average price (usd per share)	$60.86	$49.65	$43.23
Granted, Weighted-average price (usd per share)	$71.15	$71.60	$54.30
Vested, Weighted-average price (usd per share)	$62.57	$50.91	$42.82
Forfeited, Weighted-average price (usd per share)	$70.14	$59.25	$47.88
Outstanding at end of year, Weighted-average price (usd per share)	$67.60	$60.86	$49.65
Mid-term Incentive Program [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Number of Shares [Roll Forward]
Outstanding at beginning of year, Shares	334	240	120
Granted, Shares	105	94	120
Vested, Shares	-118
Forfeited, Shares	-35
Outstanding at end of year, Shares	231	334	240
Outstanding at beginning of year, Weighted-average price (usd per share)	$51.73	$46.63	$44.47
Granted, Weighted-average price (usd per share)	$69.04	$64.74	$48.78
Vested, Weighted-average price (usd per share)	$44.47
Forfeited, Weighted-average price (usd per share)	$65.42
Outstanding at end of year, Weighted-average price (usd per share)	$61.94	$51.73	$46.63

StockBased_Compensation_Assump

Stock-Based Compensation (Assumptions Of Stock Compensation Plans) (Details)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
Share-based Compensation [Abstract]
Risk free interest rate, minimum	0.10%	0.10%	0.10%
Risk free interest rate, maximum	2.70%	1.80%	2.20%
Dividend yield	2.10%	1.90%	2.30%
Expected volatility rate, minimum	15.60%	14.50%	16.50%
Expected volatility rate, maximum	20.10%	20.60%	21.60%
Expected lives	5 years 292 days	6 years 73 days	6 years 37 days

StockBased_Compensation_Summar1

Stock-Based Compensation (Summary Of Stock Option Activity) (Details) (Stock Options [Member], USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
Stock Options [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding [Roll Forward]
Outstanding at Beginning of year, Shares	4.6	5.1	6.6
Granted, Shares	1.1	0.9	0.9
Exercised, Shares	-0.8	-1.3	-2.4
Forfeited, Shares	-0.1	-0.1	0
Outstanding at End of year, Shares	4.8	4.6	5.1
Exercisable at end of year, Number of Shares	2.8	2.7	2.7
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Weighted Average Exercise Price [Roll Forward]
Outstanding at beginning of year, Weighted-average exercise price (usd per share)	$47.73	$40.06	$34.98
Granted, Weighted-average exercise price (usd per share)	$71.12	$71.60	$54.27
Exercised, Weighted-average exercise price (usd per share)	$37.19	$34.11	$31.43
Forfeited, Weighted-average exercise price (usd per share)	$67.22	$57.33	$0
Outstanding at end of year, Weighted-average exercise price (usd per share)	$54.17	$47.73	$40.06
Exercisable at end of year, Weighted-average exercise price (usd per share)	$45.71	$39.62	$34.99

StockBased_Compensation_Summar2

Stock-Based Compensation (Summary Of Our Stock Options Outstanding And Exercisable) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]
Options outstanding, Shares	4.8
Options outstanding, Weighted-average remaining life (yrs)	6 years 6 months 1 day
Options outstanding, Weighted-average exercise price (usd per share)	$54.17
Options exercisable, Shares	2.8
Options exercisable, Weighted-average remaining life (yrs)	5 years 1 month 6 days
Options exercisable, Weighted-average exercise price (usd per share)	$45.71
$20.00-$40.00 [Member]
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]
Range of exercise price, lower limit	$20
Range of exercise price, upper limit	$40
Options outstanding, Shares	1.4
Options outstanding, Weighted-average remaining life (yrs)	3 years 10 months 25 days
Options outstanding, Weighted-average exercise price (usd per share)	$35.71
Options exercisable, Shares	1.4
Options exercisable, Weighted-average remaining life (yrs)	3 years 10 months 25 days
Options exercisable, Weighted-average exercise price (usd per share)	$35.71
$40.01-$60.00 [Member]
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]
Range of exercise price, lower limit	$40.01
Range of exercise price, upper limit	$60
Options outstanding, Shares	1.5
Options outstanding, Weighted-average remaining life (yrs)	6 years 9 months 20 days
Options outstanding, Weighted-average exercise price (usd per share)	$50.77
Options exercisable, Shares	1
Options exercisable, Weighted-average remaining life (yrs)	6 years 8 months 15 days
Options exercisable, Weighted-average exercise price (usd per share)	$50.24
Range Three Of Exercise Price [Member]
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]
Range of exercise price, lower limit	$60.01
Range of exercise price, upper limit	$80
Options outstanding, Shares	1.9
Options outstanding, Weighted-average remaining life (yrs)	8 years 10 months 25 days
Options outstanding, Weighted-average exercise price (usd per share)	$71.33
Options exercisable, Shares	0.4
Options exercisable, Weighted-average remaining life (yrs)	8 years 6 months
Options exercisable, Weighted-average exercise price (usd per share)	$71.48

Income_Taxes_Narrative_Details

Income Taxes (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012	Nov. 30, 2011
Tax Credit Carryforward [Line Items]
Non-U.S. subsidiaries tax loss carryforwards	$142,300,000
Tax loss carryforwards expiring through 2016	26,900,000
Tax loss carryforwards expiring from 2017 through 2025	48,500,000
Tax loss carryforwards indefinitely	66,900,000
Non-U.S. subsidiaries capital loss carryforwards	5,900,000
Tax credit carryforwards	17,500,000
Net increase in the valuation allowance	600,000
Unremitted earnings	1,300,000,000
Unrecognized tax benefits	55,700,000	58,000,000	46,700,000	33,200,000
Statute expirations	700,000	100,000	1,200,000
Interest and penalty (income) / expense	500,000	1,300,000	1,400,000
Interest and penalties accrued	5,000,000	5,200,000
Tax benefits that would impact effective tax rate	45,600,000
Significant Change in Unrecognized Tax Benefits is Reasonably Possible, Amount of Unrecorded Benefit	2,100,000
2020 Expiration [Member]
Tax Credit Carryforward [Line Items]
Tax credit carryforwards	3,400,000
Tax credit carryforwards expiration year		30-Nov-20
2021 Expiration [Member]
Tax Credit Carryforward [Line Items]
Tax credit carryforwards	600,000
Tax credit carryforwards expiration year		30-Nov-21
2022 Expiration [Member]
Tax Credit Carryforward [Line Items]
Tax credit carryforwards	$13,500,000
Tax credit carryforwards expiration year		30-Nov-22

Income_Taxes_Provision_For_Inc

Income Taxes (Provision For Income Taxes) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Current, Federal	$91.30	$96.40	$79.40
Current, State	11.3	10.3	10.1
Current, International	37.2	42.2	26
Current Income Taxes, Total	139.8	148.9	115.5
Deferred, Federal	2.8	-0.1	21.3
Deferred, State	0.3	-0.4	4
Deferred, International	3	-14.8	-1
Deferred Income Taxes, Total	6.1	-15.3	24.3
Total income taxes	$145.90	$133.60	$139.80

Income_Taxes_Components_Of_Inc

Income Taxes (Components Of Income From Consolidated Operations Before Income Taxes) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
United States	$333.20	$351.20	$366.20
International	221.2	148.2	159.9
Income from consolidated operations before income taxes	$554.40	$499.40	$526.10

Income_Taxes_Reconciliation_Of

Income Taxes (Reconciliation Of The U.S. Federal Statutory Rate With The Effective Tax Rate) (Details)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Federal statutory tax rate	35.00%	35.00%	35.00%
State income taxes, net of federal benefits	1.30%	1.20%	1.70%
International tax at different effective rates	-7.00%	-6.90%	-6.50%
U.S. tax on remitted and unremitted earnings	0.40%	0.00%	-2.00%
U.S. manufacturing deduction	-1.60%	-1.80%	-1.60%
Changes in prior year tax contingencies	-2.00%	0.30%	-0.10%
Other, net	0.20%	-1.00%	0.10%
Total	26.30%	26.80%	26.60%

Income_Taxes_Schedule_Of_Defer

Income Taxes (Schedule Of Deferred Tax Assets And Liabilities) (Details) (USD $)	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Deferred tax assets, Employee benefit liabilities	$145	$110.30
Deferred tax assets, Other accrued liabilities	23.9	23.5
Deferred tax assets, Inventory	10.8	11.1
Deferred tax assets, Tax loss and credit carry forwards	38.9	41.4
Deferred tax assets, Other	11.7	9.5
Deferred tax assets, Valuation allowance	-21.8	-21.2
Deferred tax assets, total	208.5	174.6
Deferred tax liabilities, Depreciation	38.8	45.3
Deferred tax liabilities, Intangible assets	192.6	178.2
Deferred tax liabilities, Other	8.7	7.4
Deferred tax liabilities, total	240.1	230.9
Net deferred tax (liability) asset	($31.60)	($56.30)

Income_Taxes_Activity_Related_

Income Taxes (Activity Related To Our Gross Unrecognized Tax Benefits) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
Reconciliation of Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Excluding Amounts Pertaining to Examined Tax Returns [Roll Forward]
Balance at beginning of year	$58	$46.70	$33.20
Additions for current year tax positions	11.4	10.3	10.6
Additions for prior year tax positions	0.7	2.2	3.9
Reductions for prior year tax positions	-9.5	0	0
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Decrease Resulting from Settlements with Taxing Authorities	3.5	0	0
Statute expirations	-0.7	-0.1	-1.2
Foreign currency translation	-0.7	-1.1	0.2
Balance at end of year	$55.70	$58	$46.70

Earnings_Per_Share_Reconciliat

Earnings Per Share (Reconciliation Of Average Shares Outstanding) (Details)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Average shares outstanding-basic	129.9	132.1	132.7
Stock options/RSUs	1.1	1.5	1.6
Average shares outstanding-diluted	131	133.6	134.3

Earnings_Per_Share_Schedule_Of

Earnings Per Share (Schedule Of Antidilutive Securities) (Details)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Antidilutive securities	1.6	0.6	0.3

Capital_Stock_Details

Capital Stock (Details)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014
Capital Stock [Line Items]
Maximum percentage of votes a holder of shares of Common Stock may cast out of the votes entitled to be cast by all holders of shares of Common Stock	10.00%
Minimum [Member]
Capital Stock [Line Items]
Minimum percentage a holder must acquire of each class of common stock not to be subject to our redemption rights	90.00%
Minimum percentage of votes a holder must control out of the votes entitled to be cast by all holders of shares of Common Stock to trigger the automatic conversion, on a share-for-share basis, of all shares of Common Stock Non-Voting into shares of Common Stock	50.00%

Business_Segments_And_Geograph2

Business Segments And Geographic Areas (Narrative) (Details)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
Industrial [Member] | PepsiCo, Inc. [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Percentage of consolidated sales	11.00%	11.00%	11.00%
Consumer [Member] | Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Percentage of consolidated sales	11.00%	12.00%	11.00%

Business_Segments_And_Geograph3

Business Segments And Geographic Areas (Schedule Of Segment Reporting Information) (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Aug. 31, 2014	31-May-14	Feb. 28, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Aug. 31, 2013	31-May-13	Feb. 28, 2013	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Operating income excluding special charges and loss on voluntary pension settlement										$590.80
Net sales	1,173.60	1,042.80	1,033.40	993.4	1,170.10	1,016.40	1,002.60	934.4	4,243.20	4,123.40	4,014.20
Operating income excluding special charges									608.2	590.8
Operating income	199.4	157.3	121.7	124.6	174.1	148.4	116	112	603	550.5	578.3
Income from unconsolidated operations									29.4	23.2	21.5
Goodwill	1,722.20				1,798.50				1,722.20	1,798.50	1,695.30
Assets	4,414.30				4,449.70				4,414.30	4,449.70	4,165.40
Capital expenditures									132.7	99.9	110.3
Depreciation and amortization									102.7	106	102.8
Special charges	2.9	2.3							5.2	25	0
Loss on voluntary pension settlement									0	15.3	0
Consumer [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Net sales									2,625.50	2,538	2,415.30
Operating income excluding special charges									474.3
Operating income										472.3	456.1
Income from unconsolidated operations									28.2	19.5	17.3
Goodwill	1,581.10				1,654.70				1,581.10	1,654.70	1,551
Industrial [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Net sales									1,617.70	1,585.40	1,598.90
Operating income excluding special charges									133.9
Operating income										118.5	122.2
Income from unconsolidated operations									1.2	3.7	4.2
Goodwill	141.1				143.8				141.1	143.8	144.3
Operating Segments [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Assets	4,169.70				4,142.90				4,169.70	4,142.90	3,912.20
Capital expenditures									108.6	84.2	88.8
Depreciation and amortization									71.7	74.8	75.1
Corporate & Other [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Assets	244.6				306.8				244.6	306.8	253.2
Capital expenditures									24.1	15.7	21.5
Depreciation and amortization									31	31.2	27.7
2013 Special Charges [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Special charges										$25

Business_Segments_And_Geograph4

Business Segments And Geographic Areas (Net Sales And Long-Lived Assets Geographic Areas) (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Aug. 31, 2014	31-May-14	Feb. 28, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Aug. 31, 2013	31-May-13	Feb. 28, 2013	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Net sales	$1,173.60	$1,042.80	$1,033.40	$993.40	$1,170.10	$1,016.40	$1,002.60	$934.40	$4,243.20	$4,123.40	$4,014.20
Long-lived assets	2,655.70				2,708.50				2,655.70	2,708.50	2,566.10
UNITED STATES
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Net sales									2,357.50	2,357	2,351.50
Long-lived assets	1,284				1,275.70				1,284	1,275.70	1,291.50
EMEA [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Net sales									930.8	883.4	860.5
Long-lived assets	920				989.2				920	989.2	956.6
Other Countries [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Net sales									954.9	883	802.2
Long-lived assets	$451.70				$443.60				$451.70	$443.60	$318

Supplemental_Financial_Stateme2

Supplemental Financial Statement Data (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2014	Aug. 31, 2014	31-May-14	Feb. 28, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Aug. 31, 2013	31-May-13	Feb. 28, 2013	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
Supplemental Financial Statement Data [Abstract]
Dividends paid per share (usd per share)	$0.37	$0.37	$0.37	$0.37	$0.34	$0.34	$0.34	$0.34	$1.48	$1.36	$1.24

Supplemental_Financial_Stateme3

Supplemental Financial Statement Data (Supplemental Income Statement, Balance Sheet And Cash Flow Information) (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
Supplemental Financial Statement Data [Abstract]
Finished products	$303.20	$304.60
Raw materials and work-in-process	410.6	372.3
Inventories, total	713.8	676.9
Prepaid expenses	20.3	37.7
Other current assets	111.2	97.1
Total prepaid and other current asset	131.5	134.8
Land and improvements	57.6	59.3
Buildings	346.4	335.4
Machinery and equipment	700.7	661.3
Software	301.7	292.5
Construction-in-progress	75	59.2
Accumulated depreciation	-878.7	-831.1
Property, plant and equipment, total	602.7	576.6
Investments in affiliates	156.3	160.6
Long-term investments	113	103.4
Prepaid allowances	17.3	19.3
Other assets	55.8	87.7
Investments and other assets, total	342.4	371
Payroll and employee benefits	132.8	120.4
Sales allowances	127.3	124.5
Other	219	216.8
Other accrued liabilities, total	479.1	461.7
Pension	182.3	101
Postretirement benefits	89.5	88.2
Deferred taxes	108.2	139.3
Unrecognized tax benefits	47.3	53
Other	41.5	38.4
Other long-term liabilities, total	468.8	419.9
Depreciation	67.7	67.5	63.6
Software amortization	20	23.6	23.7
Interest paid	50	54.2	54.7
Income taxes paid	$129	$106.30	$103.30

Selected_Quarterly_Data_Schedu

Selected Quarterly Data (Scheduled Of Quarterly Financial Information) (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
In Millions, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Aug. 31, 2014	31-May-14	Feb. 28, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Aug. 31, 2013	31-May-13	Feb. 28, 2013	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
Selected Quarterly Data [Line Items]
Net sales	$1,173.60	$1,042.80	$1,033.40	$993.40	$1,170.10	$1,016.40	$1,002.60	$934.40	$4,243.20	$4,123.40	$4,014.20
Gross profit	506.1	420.1	412.5	391.5	502.2	407.6	394.4	361.7	1,730.20	1,665.80	1,617.80
Operating income	199.4	157.3	121.7	124.6	174.1	148.4	116	112	603	550.5	578.3
Net income	148	122.9	84.5	82.5	129.9	104.4	78.6	76	437.9	389	407.8
Basic earnings per share	$1.15	$0.95	$0.65	$0.63	$0.99	$0.79	$0.60	$0.57	$3.37	$2.94	$3.07
Diluted earnings per share	$1.14	$0.94	$0.64	$0.62	$0.98	$0.78	$0.59	$0.57	$3.34	$2.91	$3.04
Dividends paid per share (usd per share)	$0.37	$0.37	$0.37	$0.37	$0.34	$0.34	$0.34	$0.34	$1.48	$1.36	$1.24
Special charges	2.9	2.3							5.2	25	0
Loss on voluntary pension settlement									0	15.3	0
After tax impact of special charges and loss on voluntary pension settlement	$2.10	$1.60								$29.20
EPS impact of Special charges and loss on voluntary pension settlement	$0.02	$0.01								$0.22
Common Stock [Member]
Selected Quarterly Data [Line Items]
Common Stock, Market price, High	$73.18	$73.04	$72	$70	$70	$73.41	$74.60	$67.28
Common Stock, Market price, Low	$65.90	$66	$65.57	$62.80	$63.29	$66.85	$68.08	$61.03
Common Stock Non-Voting [Member]
Selected Quarterly Data [Line Items]
Common Stock, Market price, High	$74.33	$73.09	$72.31	$70.02	$70.20	$73.36	$74.76	$67.32
Common Stock, Market price, Low	$65.61	$65.78	$66.12	$63.03	$64.07	$67.09	$68.39	$61.23

Valuation_And_Qualifying_Accou1

Valuation And Qualifying Accounts (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012
Movement in Valuation Allowances and Reserves [Roll Forward]
Balance at Beginning of Period	$25.30	$31.50	$31.10
Charged to Costs and Expenses	4.1	6.7	3
Charged to Other Accounts	-2.3	-1.7	0.8
Deductions	-1.3	-11.2	-3.4
Balance at End of Period	25.8	25.3	31.5
Allowance For Doubtful Receivables [Member]
Movement in Valuation Allowances and Reserves [Roll Forward]
Balance at Beginning of Period	4.1	4	4.5
Charged to Costs and Expenses	1.1	1.5	0.7
Charged to Other Accounts	-0.9	-0.1	0
Deductions	-0.3	-1.3	-1.2
Balance at End of Period	4	4.1	4
Valuation Allowance On Net Deferred Tax Assets [Member]
Movement in Valuation Allowances and Reserves [Roll Forward]
Balance at Beginning of Period	21.2	27.5	26.6
Charged to Costs and Expenses	3	5.2	2.3
Charged to Other Accounts	-1.4	-1.6	0.8
Deductions	-1	-9.9	-2.2
Balance at End of Period	$21.80	$21.20	$27.50

Subsequent_Event_Subsequent_Ev1

Subsequent Event Subsequent Event (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended		12 Months Ended				3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 30, 2014	Aug. 31, 2014	Nov. 30, 2014	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012	Nov. 30, 2015	31-May-15
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Special charges	$2.90	$2.30	$5.20	$25	$0
UNITED STATES
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Special charges	1.1
UNITED STATES | Annual Cost Savings [Member]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Special charges			1.2
Scenario, Forecast [Member] | UNITED STATES
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Special charges						20
Scenario, Forecast [Member] | UNITED STATES | Employee Severance [Member]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Special charges							13
Scenario, Forecast [Member] | UNITED STATES | Annual Cost Savings [Member]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Special charges						10
Scenario, Forecast [Member] | UNITED STATES | 2016 Estimated Annual Cost Savings [Domain]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Special charges						$25