McCormick & Company (MKC) 10-K 28 Jan 20 2019 FY Annual report Financial data

Cover Page

Cover Page - USD ($)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Dec. 31, 2019	May 31, 2019
Document Type	10-K
Document Annual Report	true
Document Period End Date	Nov. 30, 2019
Document Transition Report	false
Entity File Number	001-14920
Entity Registrant Name	MCCORMICK & CO INC
Entity Incorporation, State or Country Code	MD
Entity Tax Identification Number	52-0408290
Entity Address, Address Line One	24 Schilling Road, Suite 1,
Entity Address, City or Town	Hunt Valley,
Entity Address, State or Province	MD
Entity Address, Postal Zip Code	21031
City Area Code	410
Local Phone Number	771-7301
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer	Yes
Entity Voluntary Filers	No
Entity Current Reporting Status	Yes
Entity Interactive Data Current	Yes
Entity Filer Category	Large Accelerated Filer
Entity Small Business	false
Entity Emerging Growth Company	false
Entity Shell Company	false
Entity Public Float			$ 20,658,784,327
Entity Central Index Key	0000063754
Document Fiscal Year Focus	2019
Current Fiscal Year End Date	--11-30
Document Fiscal Period Focus	FY
Amendment Flag	false
Common Stock [Member]
Title of 12(b) Security	Common Stock, No Par Value
Trading Symbol	MKC-V
Security Exchange Name	NYSE
Entity Public Float			1,458,501,404
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding		9,314,335
Common Stock Non-Voting [Member]
Title of 12(b) Security	Common Stock Non-Voting, No Par Value
Trading Symbol	MKC
Security Exchange Name	NYSE
Entity Public Float			$ 19,200,282,923
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding		123,599,379

Consolidated Income Statement

Consolidated Income Statement - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
Income Statement [Abstract]
Revenues	$ 5,347.4	$ 5,302.8	$ 4,730.3
Cost of Goods and Services Sold	3,202.1	3,209.5	2,936.3
Gross profit	2,145.3	2,093.3	1,794
Selling, general and administrative expense	1,166.8	1,163.4	1,031.2
Transaction and integration expenses (related to RB Foods acquisition)	0	22.5	40.8
Special charges	20.8	16.3	22.2
Operating income	957.7	891.1	699.8
Interest expense	165.2	174.6	95.7
Other debt costs	0	0	15.4
Other income, net	26.7	24.8	6.1
Income from consolidated operations before income taxes	819.2	741.3	594.8
Income tax expense (benefit)	157.4	(157.3)	151.3
Net income from consolidated operations	661.8	898.6	443.5
Income from unconsolidated operations	40.9	34.8	33.9
Net income	$ 702.7	$ 933.4	$ 477.4
Earnings per share–basic (usd per share)	$ 5.30	$ 7.10	$ 3.77
Earnings per share–diluted (usd per share)	$ 5.24	$ 7	$ 3.72

Consolidated Statement of Compr

Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME [Abstract]
Net income	$ 702.7	$ 933.4	$ 477.4
Net income attributable to non-controlling interest	1.9	3.3	1.6
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Defined Benefit Plan, after Reclassification Adjustment, before Tax	(149.8)	72.6	103.2
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Adjustment, Net of Tax	(25.5)	(119.8)	174.6
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Derivatives Qualifying as Hedges, before Tax	1.1	2.3	(12.5)
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Tax, Portion Attributable to Parent	33.2	(17.2)	(30.8)
Other comprehensive loss, net of tax	(141)	(62.1)	234.5
Comprehensive income	$ 563.6	$ 874.6	$ 713.5

Consolidated Balance Sheet

Consolidated Balance Sheet - USD ($) $ in Millions	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents	$ 155.4	$ 96.6
Trade accounts receivable, less allowances of $5.6 for 2019 and $6.4 for 2018	502.9	518.1
Inventories	801.2	786.3
Prepaid expenses and other current assets	90.7	78.9
Total current assets	1,550.2	1,479.9
Property, plant and equipment, net	952.6	941.5
Goodwill	4,505.2	4,527.9
Intangible assets, net	2,847	2,873.3
Other long-term assets	507.1	433.8
Total assets	10,362.1	10,256.4
Liabilities
Short-term borrowings	600.7	560
Current portion of long-term debt	97.7	83.5
Trade accounts payable	846.9	710
Other accrued liabilities	609.1	648.2
Total current liabilities	2,154.4	2,001.7
Long-term debt	3,625.8	4,052.9
Deferred taxes	697.6	706.5
Other long-term liabilities	427.6	313.1
Total liabilities	6,905.4	7,074.2
Shareholders’ equity
Retained earnings	2,055.8	1,760.2
Accumulated other comprehensive loss	(500.2)	(359.9)
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Parent	3,444.2	3,170.9
Non-controlling interests	12.5	11.3
Total shareholders’ equity	3,456.7	3,182.2
Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity	10,362.1	10,256.4
Common Stock [Member]
Shareholders’ equity
Common stock	447.6	400.2
Common Stock Non-Voting [Member]
Shareholders’ equity
Common stock	$ 1,441	$ 1,370.4

Consolidated Balance Sheet (Par

Consolidated Balance Sheet (Parenthetical) - USD ($) shares in Millions, $ in Millions	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018
Trade accounts receivable, allowances	$ 5.6	$ 6.4
Common Stock [Member]
Common stock, par value (usd per share)
Common stock, shares authorized	320	320
Common stock, shares issued	9.3	9.6
Common stock, shares outstanding	9.3	9.6
Common Stock Non-Voting [Member]
Common stock, par value (usd per share)
Common stock, shares authorized	320	320
Common stock, shares issued	123.6	122.5
Common stock, shares outstanding	123.6	122.5

Consolidated Cash Flow Statemen

Consolidated Cash Flow Statement - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
Operating activities
Net income	$ 702.7	$ 933.4	$ 477.4
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization	158.8	150.7	125.2
Stock-based compensation	37.2	25.6	23.9
Noncash nonrecurring income tax benefit (related to enactment of the U.S. Tax Act)	0	(309.4)	0
Special charges and transaction and integration expenses	0	3	19.1
Amortization of inventory fair value adjustment associated with acquisition of RB Foods	0	0	20.9
(Gain) loss on sale of assets	(1.6)	(5.4)	1.3
Deferred income tax expense	20.9	40.1	24.1
Income from unconsolidated operations	(40.9)	(34.8)	(33.9)
Settlement of forward-starting interest rate swaps	0	0	(2.9)
Changes in operating assets and liabilities (net of effect of businesses acquired):
Trade accounts receivable	12.2	19.8	(13)
Inventories	(20.9)	(10)	44.6
Trade accounts payable	128.2	72.8	98.2
Other assets and liabilities	(81.5)	(91.8)	6.8
Dividends received from unconsolidated affiliates	31.7	27.2	23.6
Net cash provided by operating activities	946.8	821.2	815.3
Investing activities
Acquisitions of businesses (net of cash acquired)	0	(4.2)	(4,327.4)
Capital expenditures (including expenditures for capitalized software)	(173.7)	(169.1)	(182.4)
Other investing activities	2.7	14.8	1.5
Net cash used in investing activities	(171)	(158.5)	(4,508.3)
Financing activities
Short-term borrowings, net	41	305.5	(134.6)
Long-term debt borrowings	0	25.9	3,989.6
Payment of debt issuance costs	0	0	(7.7)
Long-term debt repayments	(447.7)	(797.9)	(272.7)
Proceeds from exercised stock options	90.9	78.2	29.5
Taxes withheld and paid on employee stock awards	(12.7)	(11.6)	(5.8)
Payment of contingent consideration	0	(2.5)	(19.7)
Purchase of minority interest	0	(13)	(1.2)
Issuance of common stock non-voting (net of issuance costs of $0.9)	0	0	554
Common stock acquired by purchase	(95.1)	(62.3)	(137.8)
Dividends paid	(302.2)	(273.4)	(237.6)
Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities	(725.8)	(751.1)	3,756
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents	8.8	(1.8)	5.4
Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents	58.8	(90.2)	68.4
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year	96.6	186.8	118.4
Cash and cash equivalents at end of year	$ 155.4	$ 96.6	$ 186.8

Consolidated Cash Flow Statem_2

Consolidated Cash Flow Statement (Parenthetical) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2017USD ($)
Statement of Cash Flows [Abstract]
Payment of costs related to issuance of common stock	$ 0.9

Consolidated Statement Of Share

Consolidated Statement Of Shareholders' Equity - USD ($) shares in Millions, $ in Millions	Total	Common Stock [Member]	Retained Earnings [Member]	Accumulated Other Comprehensive (Loss) Income [Member]	Non-Controlling Interests [Member]	Common Stock Non-Voting [Member]Common Stock [Member]	RB Foods [Member]Common Stock Non-Voting [Member]Common Stock [Member]
Balance, Shares at Nov. 30, 2016		11.4				113.9
Balance, Value at Nov. 30, 2016	$ 1,638.1	$ 1,084.2	$ 1,056.8	$ (514.4)	$ 11.5
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Net income	477.4		477.4
Net income attributable to non-controlling interest	1.6				1.6
Other comprehensive loss, net of tax	234.5			234.9	(0.4)
Dividends	(247)		(247)
Buyout of minority interest			0.6
Stock-based compensation	23.9	23.9
Issuance of common stock non-voting (net of issuance costs of $0.9)	554	$ 554
Noncontrolling Interest, Decrease from Distributions to Noncontrolling Interest Holders	(1.1)				(1.7)
Shares purchased and retired, Shares		(0.4)				(1.1)
Shares purchased and retired, Value	(145.1)	$ (23.8)	(121.3)
Shares issued, Shares		0.7				0.1
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues							6.4
Shares issued, Value	34.6	$ 34.6
Equal exchange, shares		(1.7)				1.7
Equal exchange, amount	0
Balance, Shares at Nov. 30, 2017		10				121
Balance, Value at Nov. 30, 2017	2,570.9	$ 1,672.9	1,166.5	(279.5)	11
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Net income	933.4		933.4
Net income attributable to non-controlling interest	3.3				3.3
Other comprehensive loss, net of tax	(62.1)			(59.5)	(2.6)
Dividends	(280.5)		(280.5)
New Accounting Pronouncement or Change in Accounting Principle, Effect of Adoption, Quantification	20.9		20.9	(20.9)
Dividends attributable to non-controlling interest	0				0
Buyout of minority interest			(12.4)
Stock-based compensation	25.6	$ 25.6
Issuance of common stock non-voting (net of issuance costs of $0.9)	0
Noncontrolling Interest, Decrease from Distributions to Noncontrolling Interest Holders	(12.8)				0.4
Shares purchased and retired, Shares		(0.3)				(0.4)
Shares purchased and retired, Value	(84.5)	$ (16.8)	(67.7)
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues		1.7				0.1
Shares issued, Value	88.9	$ 88.9
Equal exchange, shares		(1.8)				1.8
Equal exchange, amount	0
Balance, Shares at Nov. 30, 2018		9.6				122.5
Balance, Value at Nov. 30, 2018	3,182.2	$ 1,770.6	1,760.2	(359.9)	11.3
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Net income	702.7		702.7
Net income attributable to non-controlling interest	1.9				1.9
Other comprehensive loss, net of tax	(141)			(140.3)	(0.7)
Dividends	(309.3)		(309.3)
Stock-based compensation	37.2	$ 37.2
Issuance of common stock non-voting (net of issuance costs of $0.9)	0
Shares purchased and retired, Shares		(0.2)				(0.6)
Shares purchased and retired, Value	(113.2)	$ (15.4)	(97.8)
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues		1.5				0.1
Shares issued, Value	96.2	$ 96.2
Equal exchange, shares		(1.6)				1.6
Equal exchange, amount	0
Balance, Shares at Nov. 30, 2019		9.3				123.6
Balance, Value at Nov. 30, 2019	$ 3,456.7	$ 1,888.6	$ 2,055.8	$ (500.2)	$ 12.5

Consolidated Statement Of Sha_2

Consolidated Statement Of Shareholders' Equity (Parenthetical) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
Statement of Stockholders' Equity [Abstract]
Shares issued, tax benefit		$ 8.1

Summary Of Significant Accounti

Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
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 their 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 are translated at the rates of exchange at the balance sheet date, with the resultant translation adjustments included in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) of those affiliates. Income and expense items of those affiliates are translated at average monthly rates of exchange. We record our ownership share of the net assets and accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) of our unconsolidated affiliates in our consolidated balance sheet on the lines entitled “Other long-term assets” and “Accumulated other comprehensive loss,” respectively. We record our ownership share of the net income of our unconsolidated affiliates in our consolidated income statement on the line entitled “Income from unconsolidated operations.” 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 net realizable value. Cost is determined under the first-in, first-out costing method (FIFO), including the use of average costs which approximate FIFO. 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 50 years for buildings and 3 to 12 years for machinery, equipment and other assets. Assets leased under capital leases are depreciated over the shorter of the lease term or their useful lives unless it is reasonably certain that we will obtain ownership by the end of the lease term. Repairs and maintenance costs are expensed as incurred. Computer Software 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. The net book value of capitalized software totaled $76.4 million and $43.6 million at November 30, 2019 and 2018, respectively. Such amounts are recorded within "Other long-term assets" in the consolidated balance sheet. Software is amortized using the straight-line method over a range of 3 to 13 years, but not exceeding the expected life of the product. The net book value of capitalized software includes $44.9 million and $9.3 million at November 30, 2019 and 2018, respectively, which had not yet been placed into service and relates to our future implementation of a global enterprise resource planning (ERP) system. 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 primarily determine fair value by using a relief-from-royalty method 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 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 would be calculated based on the excess of the asset’s carrying value over its estimated fair value. Revenue Recognition We manufacture, market and distribute spices, seasoning mixes, condiments and other flavorful products to the entire food industry—retailers, food manufacturers and foodservice businesses. We recognize sales as performance obligations are fulfilled when control passes to the customer. Revenues are recorded net of trade and sales incentives and estimated product returns. Known or expected pricing or revenue adjustments, such as trade discounts, rebates and returns, are estimated at the time of sale. Any taxes collected on behalf of government authorities are excluded from net sales. We account for product shipping and handling as fulfillment activities with costs for these activities recorded within cost of goods sold. Amounts billed and due from our customers are classified as accounts receivable on the balance sheet and require payment on a short-term basis. Our allowance for doubtful accounts represents our estimate of probable non-payments and credit losses in our existing receivables, as determined based on a review of past due balances and other specific account data. The following table sets forth our net sales by the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) and Asia Pacific (APAC) geographic regions: (millions) Americas EMEA APAC Total 2019 Net sales $ 3,711.3 $ 986.1 $ 650.0 $ 5,347.4 2018 Net sales $ 3,627.5 $ 1,021.1 $ 654.2 $ 5,302.8 2017 Net sales $ 3,179.6 $ 948.9 $ 601.8 $ 4,730.3 Performance Obligations Our revenues primarily result from contracts or purchase orders with customers, which generally are both short-term in nature and have a single performance obligation—the delivery of our products to customers. We assess the goods and services promised in our customers’ contracts or purchase orders and identify a performance obligation for each promise to transfer a good or service (or bundle of goods or services) that is distinct. To identify the performance obligations, we consider all the goods or services promised, whether explicitly stated or implied based on customary business practices. Significant Judgments Sales are recorded net of trade and sales incentives and estimated product returns. Known or expected pricing or revenue adjustments, such as trade discounts, rebates or returns, are estimated at the time of sale. Where applicable, future reimbursements are estimated based on a combination of historical patterns and future expectations regarding these programs. Key sales terms, such as pricing and quantities ordered, are established on a frequent basis such that most customer arrangements and related incentives have a one-year or shorter duration. Estimates that affect revenue, such as trade incentives and product returns, are monitored and adjusted each period until the incentives or product returns are realized. The adjustments recognized during the year ended November 30, 2019 and 2018 resulting from updated estimates of revenue for prior year product sales were not significant. The unsettled portion remaining in accrued liabilities for these activities was $137.2 million and $142.1 million at November 30, 2019 and 2018, respectively. Practical Expedients We have elected the following policy elections and practical expedients with respect to revenue recognition: • Shipping and handling costs— We elected to account for shipping and handling activities that occur before the customer has obtained control of a good as fulfillment activities (i.e., an expense) rather than as a promised service. • Measurement of transaction price— We elected to exclude from the measurement of transaction price all taxes assessed by a governmental authority that are both imposed on and concurrent with a specific revenue-producing transaction and collected by us from a customer for sales, value added and other excise taxes. • Incremental cost of obtaining a contract— We elected to expense any incremental costs of obtaining a contract when the contract is for a period of one year or less. Shipping and Handling Shipping and handling costs on our products sold to customers related to activities that occur before the customer has obtained control of a good are included in cost of goods sold in the consolidated income statement. Brand Marketing Support Total brand marketing support costs, which are included in selling, general and administrative expense in the consolidated income statement, were $214.6 million , $218.7 million and $172.5 million for 2019 , 2018 and 2017 , respectively. Brand marketing support costs include advertising and promotions but exclude trade funds paid to customers for such activities. All trade funds paid to customers are reflected in the consolidated income statement as a reduction of net sales. Promotion costs include public relations, shopper marketing, social marketing activities, general consumer promotion activities and depreciation of 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 advertising are expensed as incurred. Advertising expense was $150.8 million , $147.2 million and $117.8 million for 2019 , 2018 and 2017 , respectively. Research and Development Research and development costs are expensed as incurred and are included in selling, general and administrative expense in the consolidated income statement. Research and development expense was $67.3 million , $69.4 million and $66.1 million for 2019, 2018 and 2017, respectively. Derivative Instruments We record all derivatives on the balance sheet at fair value. The fair value of derivative instruments is recorded in other current assets, other long-term assets, other accrued liabilities or other long-term liabilities. Gains and losses representing either hedge ineffectiveness, hedge components excluded from the assessment of effectiveness, or hedges of translational exposure are recorded in the consolidated income statement in other income (expense), net or in interest expense. In the consolidated cash flow statement, settlements of cash flow and fair value hedges are classified as operating activities; settlements of all other derivative instruments, including instruments for which hedge accounting has been discontinued, are classified consistent with the nature of the instruments. Cash flow hedges. Qualifying derivatives are accounted for as cash flow hedges when the hedged item is a forecasted transaction. Gains and losses on these instruments are recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) until the underlying transaction is recorded in earnings. When the hedged item is realized, gains or losses are reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) to the consolidated income statement on the same line item as the underlying transaction. Fair value hedges. Qualifying derivatives are accounted for as fair value hedges when the hedged item is a recognized asset, liability, or firm commitment. Gains and losses on these instruments are recorded in earnings, offsetting gains and losses on the hedged item. Net investment hedges. Qualifying derivative and nonderivative financial instruments are accounted for as net investment hedges when the hedged item is a nonfunctional currency investment in a subsidiary. Gains and losses on these instruments are included in foreign currency translation adjustments in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss). 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. We contribute to defined contribution plans in locations outside the U.S., including government-sponsored retirement plans. We also currently provide postretirement medical and life insurance benefits to certain U.S. employees and retirees. During fiscal years 2018 and 2017 we made significant changes to our employee benefit and retirement plans as discussed in note 10. 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 other 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 and postretirement benefit plans. The corridor approach defers all actuarial gains and losses resulting from variances between actual results and actuarial assumptions. Those 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 life expectancy of retired plan participants, for plans whose benefits have been frozen, or the average remaining service period to retirement date of active plan participants. Accounting Pronouncements Adopted in 2019 We adopted ASU No. 2014-09 Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606) (the “Revenue Recognition ASU”), ASU No. 2017-07 Compensation - Retirement Benefits (Topic 715) - Improving the Presentation of Net Periodic Pension Cost and Net Periodic Postretirement Benefit Cost (the “Pension ASU”), and ASU No. 2017-12 Derivatives and Hedging (Topic 815) - Targeted Improvements to Accounting for Hedging Activities . We elected to adopt the Revenue Recognition ASU on a full retrospective basis. We adopted the Pension ASU on a retrospective basis as required by the standard. These new accounting standards are summarized below. In May 2014, the FASB issued the Revenue Recognition ASU, which supersedes previously existing revenue recognition guidance. Under this new guidance, companies apply a principles-based five-step model to recognize revenue upon the transfer of promised goods or services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration for which the company expects to be entitled to in exchange for those goods or services. The model encompasses the following steps: (1) determination of whether a contract - an agreement between two or more parties that creates legally enforceable rights and obligations - exists; (2) identification of the performance obligations in the contract; (3) determination of the transaction price; (4) allocation of the transaction price to the performance obligations in the contract; and (5) recognition of revenue when (or as) the performance obligation is satisfied. The new revenue recognition guidance allows companies to account for shipping and handling activities that occur before and after the customer has obtained control of a product as fulfillment activities rather than as a promised service; and we applied this accounting policy election. In addition, the new revenue guidance requires that customer payments be accounted for as a reduction in the transaction price unless the payment to a customer is in exchange for a distinct good or service. The adoption of this standard did not have and is not expected to have an effect on the timing of our revenue recognition. There was no effect on operating income, net income, or basic and diluted earnings per share upon our adoption of the Revenue Recognition ASU in 2019. In March 2017, the FASB issued the Pension ASU. This guidance revises how employers that sponsor defined benefit pension and other postretirement plans present the net periodic benefit cost in their income statement and requires that the service cost component of net periodic benefit cost be presented in the same income statement line items as other employee compensation costs from services rendered during the period. Of the components of net periodic benefit cost, only the service cost component is eligible for asset capitalization. The other components of the net periodic benefit cost must be presented separately from the line items that include the service cost and outside of any subtotal of operating income on the income statement. The new standard was adopted as of December 1, 2018 and has been applied on a retrospective basis. Adoption of the new standard solely impacted classification within our consolidated income statement, with no change to net income or basic and diluted earnings per share. The adoption of the Revenue Recognition ASU and the Pension ASU, on a retrospective basis, impacted our previously reported results for the years ended November 30, 2018 and 2017 as follows: Accounting Changes (in millions) Previously Reported Revenue Recognition Pension Recast For the year ended November 30, 2018: Net sales $ 5,408.9 $ (106.1 ) $ — $ 5,302.8 Cost of goods sold 3,037.3 169.5 2.7 3,209.5 Gross profit 2,371.6 (275.6 ) (2.7 ) 2,093.3 Selling, general and administrative expense 1,429.5 (275.6 ) 9.5 1,163.4 Operating income 903.3 — (12.2 ) 891.1 Other income, net 12.6 — 12.2 24.8 For the year ended November 30, 2017: Net sales $ 4,834.1 $ (103.8 ) $ — $ 4,730.3 Cost of goods sold 2,823.9 111.0 1.4 2,936.3 Gross profit 2,010.2 (214.8 ) (1.4 ) 1,794.0 Selling, general and administrative expense 1,244.8 (214.8 ) 1.2 1,031.2 Operating income 702.4 — (2.6 ) 699.8 Other income, net 3.5 — 2.6 6.1 We adopted the following new accounting standards in 2019 on a prospective basis: In August 2017, the FASB issued ASU No. 2017-12 Derivatives and Hedging (Topic 815) — Targeted Improvements to Accounting for Hedging Activities . This guidance eliminates the requirement to separately measure and report hedge ineffectiveness and generally requires, for qualifying hedges, the entire change in the fair value of a hedging instrument to be presented in the same income statement line as the hedged item. The guidance also modifies the accounting for components excluded from the assessment of hedge effectiveness, eases documentation and assessment requirements and modifies certain disclosure requirements. The new standard is effective for the first quarter of our fiscal year ending November 30, 2020, with early adoption permitted in any interim period or fiscal year before the effective date. We have elected to adopt this guidance effective December 1, 2018. There was no material impact to our financial statements upon adoption. In October 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-16 Accounting for Income Taxes: Intra-Entity Asset Transfers of Assets Other than Inventory. The ASU eliminates the deferral of the tax effects of intra-entity asset transfers other than inventory. As a result, the tax expense from the intercompany sale of assets, other than inventory, and associated changes to deferred taxes will be recognized when the sale occurs even though the pre-tax effects of the transaction have not been recognized. This new standard was effective beginning in fiscal year 2019 and was required to be applied on a modified retrospective basis through a cumulative-effect adjustment to retained earnings as of the first day of fiscal year 2019. There was no cumulative-effect adjustment upon adoption. During the year ended November 30, 2019, we recognized a discrete tax benefit of $15.2 million under the provisions of this standard. The on-going effect of the adoption of the standard will depend on the nature and amount of future transactions. In January 2017, the FASB issued ASU No. 2017-01 Business Combinations (Topic 805) — Clarifying the Definition of a Business. This guidance changes the definition of a business to assist entities in evaluating when a set of transferred assets and activities constitutes a business. The guidance requires an entity to evaluate if substantially all of the fair value of the gross assets acquired is concentrated in a single identifiable asset or a group of similar identifiable assets; if so, the set of transferred assets and activities is not a business. The guidance also requires a business to include at least one substantive process and narrows the definition of outputs by more closely aligning it with how outputs are described in the Revenue Recognition ASU . The new standard was effective beginning in fiscal year 2019. There was no material impact to our financial statements upon adoption. In August 2018, the FASB issued ASU No. 2018-15 Customer’s Accounting for Implementation Costs Incurred in a Cloud Computing Arrangement That Is a Services Contract . The ASU aligns the requirement for capitalization of implementation costs incurred in a cloud hosting arrangement with the requirements for capitalizing implementation costs incurred to develop or obtain internal use software. The new standard is effective for the first quarter of our fiscal year ending November 30, 2021, with early adoption permitted in any interim period or fiscal year before the effective date. We have elected to adopt this guidance effective December 1, 2018. In conjunction with the adoption of this ASU, we classify capitalized software within other long-term assets and have reclassified prior periods for consistent presentation. Previously, we classified capitalized software within property, plant and equipment. In August 2018, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") adopted the final rule under SEC Release No. 33-10532 Disclosure Update and Simplification , to eliminate or modify certain disclosure rules that are redundant, outdated, or duplicative of U.S. GAAP or other regulatory requirements. Among other changes, the amendments eliminated the annual requirement to disclose the high and low trading prices of our common stock. Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements — Pending Adoption In February 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-02 Leases (Topic 842). This guidance revises existing practice related to accounting for leases under Accounting Standards Codification Topic 840 Leases (ASC 840) for both lessees and lessors. Our leases principally relate to: (i) certain real estate, including that related to a number of administrative, distribution and manufacturing locations; (ii) certain machinery and equipment, including forklifts; and (iii) certain automobiles, delivery and other vehicles, including an airplane. The new guidance in ASU No. 2016-02 requires lessees to recognize a right-of-use asset and a lease liability for virtually all leases (other than leases that meet the definition of a short-term lease). The lease liability will be equal to the present value of lease payments and the right-of-use asset will be based on the lease liability, subject to adjustment such as for initial direct costs. For income statement purposes, the new standard retains a dual model similar to ASC 840, requiring leases to be classified as either operating or finance. For lessees, operating leases will result in straight-line expense (similar to current accounting by lessees for operating leases under ASC 840) while finance leases will result in a front-loaded expense pattern (similar to current accounting by lessees for capital leases under ASC 840). In July 2018, the FASB issued ASU No. 2018-11 Leases (Topic 842) Targeted Improvements which provides a modified retrospective transition method that allows entities to initially apply the new standard at the adoption date and recognize a cumulative-effect adjustment to the opening balance of retained earnings in the period of adoption without restating prior periods. We will adopt the standard using a modified retrospective approach as of December 1, 2019, the first day of our fiscal year 2020. We will elect the package of practical expedients permitted under the transition guidance, which among other things, allows us to retain the historical lease classification. In addition, we will elect to combine the lease and non-lease components for all asset categories other than real estate. We will also make an accounting policy election to exclude from balance sheet reporting those leases with initial terms of 12 months or less (short-term leases). We estimate that adoption of the standard will result in recognition of operating lease right-of-use assets and lease liabilities of approximately $135 million and $140 million , respectively, with the difference largely due to deferred rent that will be reclassified to the right-of-use asset value. We do not expect adoption of the standard to materially affect our consolidated net income or cash flows. In January 2017, the FASB issued ASU No. 2017-04 Intangibles — Goodwill and Other Topics (Topic 350) — Simplifying the Test for Goodwill Impairment. This guidance eliminates the requirement to calculate the implied fair value of goodwill of a reporting unit to measure a goodwill impairment charge. Instead, a company will record an impairment charge based on the excess of a reporting unit's carrying amount over its fair value. The new standard will be effective for the first quarter of our fiscal year ending November 30, 2021. Early adoption is permitted for all entities for annual and interim goodwill impairment testing dates after January 1, 2017. We currently do not expect this guidance to have a material impact on our financial statements. In June 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-13 Financial Instruments — Credit Losses (Topic 326): Measurement of Credit Losses on Financial Instruments

Acquisitions

Acquisitions	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
Business Combinations [Abstract]
Acquisitions	ACQUISITIONS Acquisitions are part of our strategy to increase sales and profits. Acquisition of RB Foods On August 17, 2017, we completed the acquisition of Reckitt Benckiser's Food Division ("RB Foods") from Reckitt Benckiser Group plc. The purchase price was approximately $4.21 billion , net of acquired cash of $24.3 million . In December 2017, we paid $4.2 million associated with the final working capital adjustment. The acquisition was funded through our issuance of approximately 6.35 million shares of common stock non-voting (see note 13) and through new borrowings comprised of senior unsecured notes and pre-payable term loans (see note 6). The acquired market-leading brands of RB Foods include French’s ® , Frank’s RedHot ® and Cattlemen’s ® , which are a natural strategic fit with our robust global branded flavor portfolio. We believe that these additions move us to a leading position in the attractive U.S. Condiments category and provide significant international growth opportunities for our consumer and flavor solutions segments. At the time of the acquisition, annual sales of RB Foods were approximately $570 million . The transaction was accounted for under the acquisition method of accounting and, accordingly, the results of RB Foods’ operations are included in our consolidated financial statements as a component of our consumer and flavor solutions segments from the date of acquisition. We valued finished goods and work-in-process inventory using a net realizable value approach, which resulted in a step-up of $20.9 million that was recognized in cost of goods sold in 2017 as the related inventory was sold. Raw materials and packaging inventory was valued using the replacement cost approach. Total transaction and integration expenses related to the RB Foods acquisition aggregated $99.6 million in 2018 and 2017, of which $59.8 million and $39.8 million represented transaction expenses and integration expenses, respectively. These costs primarily consist of the amortization of the acquisition-date fair value adjustment of inventories in the amount of $20.9 million that is included in cost of goods sold for 2017; outside advisory, service and consulting costs; employee-related costs; and other costs related to the acquisition, including $15.4 million of costs related to the bridge financing commitment that was included in other debt costs for 2017. The following are the transaction and integration expenses related to the RB Foods acquisition that we have recorded for the years ended November 30 (in millions): 2018 2017 Transaction expenses included in cost of goods sold $ — $ 20.9 Transaction expenses included in other debt costs — 15.4 Other transaction expenses 0.3 23.2 Integration expenses 22.2 17.6 Total $ 22.5 $ 77.1 The incremental impact to our sales from RB Foods was $190.1 million for 2017. The impact of RB Foods on our 2017 consolidated income before taxes, including the effect of the transaction and integration expenses previously noted, and financing costs was a loss of approximately $42 million . Other Acquisitions On September 21, 2018, we purchased the remaining 10% ownership interest in our Shanghai subsidiary for a cash payment of $12.7 million In conjunction with our purchase of this remaining 10% minority interest, we have eliminated the minority interest in that subsidiary and recorded an adjustment of $12.4 million to retained earnings in our consolidated balance sheet. The $12.7 million payment is reflected in the financing activities section of our consolidated cash flow statement for 2018. On May 5, 2017, we purchased the remaining 15% ownership interest in our joint venture, Kohinoor Specialty Foods India Private Limited (Kohinoor), in India for a cash payment of $1.5 million , of which $1.2 million was paid in 2017 and the balance was paid in 2018. In September 2011, when we originally entered this joint venture, we invested $113.0 million for an 85% interest in Kohinoor. In conjunction with our purchase of the 15% minority interest in 2017, we have eliminated the minority interest in Kohinoor and recorded an adjustment of $0.6 million to retained earnings in our consolidated balance sheet. The $0.3 million and $1.2 million payments are reflected in the financing activities section of our consolidated cash flow statement for 2018 and 2017, respectively. On December 15, 2016, we purchased 100% of the shares of Enrico Giotti SpA (Giotti), a leading European flavor manufacturer located in Italy, for a purchase price of $123.8 million (net of cash acquired of $1.2 million ). The acquisition was funded with cash and short-term borrowings. Giotti is well known in the industry for its innovative beverage, sweet, savory and dairy flavor applications. At the time of the acquisition, annual sales of Giotti were approximately €53 million . Our acquisition of Giotti in fiscal 2017 expands the breadth of value-added products for McCormick's flavor solutions segment, including additional expertise in flavoring health and nutrition products. Giotti has been included in our flavor solutions segment since its acquisition.

Special Charges Special Charges

Special Charges Special Charges	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
Special Charges [Abstract]
Special Charges	3. SPECIAL CHARGES In our consolidated income statement, we include a separate line item captioned “special charges” in arriving at our consolidated operating income. Special charges consist of expenses, including related impairment charges, associated with certain actions undertaken to reduce fixed costs, simplify or improve processes, and improve our competitiveness and are of such significance in terms of both up-front costs and organizational/structural impact to require advance approval by our Management Committee, comprised of our senior management, including our Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer. Upon presentation of any such proposed action (generally including details with respect to estimated costs, which typically consist principally of employee severance and related benefits, together with ancillary costs associated with the action that may include a non-cash component, such as an asset impairment, or a component which relates to inventory adjustments that are included in cost of goods sold; impacted employees or operations; expected timing; and expected savings) to the Management Committee and the Committee’s advance approval, expenses associated with the approved action are classified as special charges upon recognition and monitored on an on-going basis through completion. Certain ancillary expenses related to these actions approved by our Management Committee do not qualify for accrual upon approval but are included as special charges as incurred during the course of the actions. In 2018, we also included in special charges, as approved by our Management Committee, expense associated with a one-time payment, made to eligible U.S. hourly employees, to distribute a portion of the non-recurring net income tax benefit recognized in connection with the enactment of the U.S. Tax Act and as more fully described in note 12. The following is a summary of special charges recognized for the years ended November 30 (in millions): 2019 2018 2017 Employee severance and related benefits $ 6.2 $ 2.0 $ 8.3 Other costs (1) 14.6 14.3 13.9 Total special charges $ 20.8 $ 16.3 $ 22.2 (1) Included in other costs for 2018 and 2017 are non-cash fixed asset impairment charges of $3.0 million and $0.5 million , respectively. The following is a summary of special charges by business segments for the years ended November 30 (in millions): 2019 2018 2017 Consumer segment $ 13.1 $ 10.0 $ 15.3 Flavor solutions segment 7.7 6.3 6.9 Total special charges $ 20.8 $ 16.3 $ 22.2 We continue to evaluate changes to our organization structure to reduce fixed costs, simplify or improve processes, and improve our competitiveness. During 2019, we recorded $20.8 million of special charges, consisting primarily of (i) $14.1 million related to our GE initiative, including $10.6 million of third-party expenses, $2.1 million related to severance and related benefits, and $1.4 million related to other costs, (ii) $2.3 million of employee severance and related benefits associated with streamlining actions in the Americas and (iii) $3.9 million related to streamlining actions in our EMEA region. Of the $20.8 million in special charges recorded during 2019, approximately $16.8 million were paid in cash, with the remaining accrual expected to be paid in 2020. During 2018, we recorded $16.3 million of special charges, consisting primarily of: (i) $11.5 million related to our global enablement initiative, as more fully described below; (ii) a one-time payment, in the aggregate amount of $2.2 million made to certain U.S. hourly employees to distribute a portion of the non-recurring net income tax benefit recognized in connection with the enactment of the U.S. Tax Act; (iii) $1.0 million related to employee severance benefits and other costs directly associated with the relocation of one of our Chinese manufacturing facilities; and (iv) $1.6 million related to employee severance benefits and other costs related to the transfer of certain manufacturing operations in our Asia/Pacific region to a new facility then under construction in Thailand. Of the $11.5 million in special charges recognized in 2018 related to our GE initiative, $7.5 million related to third party expenses, $3.0 million represented a non-cash asset impairment charge, and $1.0 million related to employee severance benefits. That non-cash asset impairment charge was related to the write-off of certain software assets that are incompatible with our future move, approved in 2018, to a new global ERP platform to facilitate planned actions under our GE initiative to align and simplify our end-to-end processes to support our future growth. Of the $16.3 million in special charges recorded during 2018, approximately $12.3 million were paid in cash and $3.0 million represented a non-cash asset impairment, with the remaining accrual paid in 2019. As of November 30, 2019, reserves associated with special charges are included in accounts payable and other accrued liabilities in our consolidated balance sheet. During 2017, we recorded $22.2 million of special charges, consisting primarily of (i) $12.7 million related to third party expenses incurred associated with our evaluation of changes relating to our global enablement initiative, which is described below; (ii) $2.8 million related to employee severance benefits and other costs directly associated with the relocation of one of our Chinese manufacturing facilities; (iii) $2.5 million for severance and other exit costs associated with our Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region’s closure of its manufacturing plant in Portugal in mid-2017; and (iv) $1.7 million related to employee severance benefits and other costs associated with action related to the transfer of certain manufacturing operations in our Asia/Pacific region to a new facility then under construction in Thailand. During 2017, our Management Committee approved a multi-year initiative during which we expect to execute significant changes to our global processes, capabilities and operating model to provide a scalable platform for future growth. We expect this initiative to enable us to accelerate our ability to work globally and cross-functionally by aligning and simplifying processes throughout McCormick, in part building upon our current shared services foundation and expanding the end-to-end processes presently under that foundation. We expect this initiative, which we refer to as Global Enablement (GE), to enable this scalable platform for future growth while reducing costs, enabling faster decision making, increasing agility and creating capacity within our organization. While we are continuing to fully develop the details of our GE operating model, we expect the cost of the GE initiative—to be recognized as “Special charges” in our consolidated income statement over its multi-year course—to range from approximately $60 million to $65 million . Of that $60 million to $65 million , we estimate that approximately sixty percent will be attributable to cash payments associated with related costs of GE implementation and transition, including outside consulting and other costs and approximately forty percent will be attributable to employee severance and related benefit payments both directly related to the initiative. We incurred $14.1 million , $11.5 million and $12.7 million

Goodwill And Intangible Assets

Goodwill And Intangible Assets	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
Goodwill And Intangible Assets [Abstract ]
Goodwill And Intangible Assets	GOODWILL AND INTANGIBLE ASSETS The following table displays intangible assets as of November 30: 2019 2018 (millions) Gross carrying amount Accumulated amortization Gross carrying amount Accumulated amortization Definite-lived intangible assets $ 308.3 $ 104.3 $ 311.3 $ 84.9 Indefinite-lived intangible assets: Goodwill 4,505.2 — 4,527.9 — Brand names and trademarks 2,643.0 — 2,646.9 — 7,148.2 — 7,174.8 — Total goodwill and intangible assets $ 7,456.5 $ 104.3 $ 7,486.1 $ 84.9 Intangible asset amortization expense was $20.3 million , $20.6 million and $16.3 million for 2019 , 2018 and 2017 , respectively. At November 30, 2019 , definite-lived intangible assets had a weighted-average remaining life of approximately 10 years. The changes in the carrying amount of goodwill by segment for the years ended November 30 were as follows: 2019 2018 (millions) Consumer Flavor Solutions Consumer Flavor Solutions Beginning of year $ 3,398.9 $ 1,129.0 $ 3,385.4 $ 1,104.7 Changes in preliminary purchase price allocation — — 68.1 34.1 Foreign currency fluctuations (21.3 ) (1.4 ) (54.6 ) (9.8 ) End of year $ 3,377.6 $ 1,127.6 $ 3,398.9 $ 1,129.0 In 2018, we finalized our valuation of the acquired net assets of RB Foods, resulting in the allocation of $1,765.6 million and $882.9 million

Investments In Affiliates

Investments In Affiliates	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
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) 2019 2018 2017 Net sales $ 863.0 $ 807.9 $ 775.4 Gross profit 316.2 290.5 278.5 Net income 90.5 78.9 75.5 Current assets $ 426.3 $ 342.1 $ 315.4 Noncurrent assets 134.0 129.9 127.6 Current liabilities 223.8 172.1 146.9 Noncurrent liabilities 9.2 10.0 13.6 Our share of undistributed earnings of unconsolidated affiliates was $150.6 million at November 30, 2019 . Royalty income from unconsolidated affiliates was $19.0 million , $18.5 million and $17.5 million for 2019 , 2018 and 2017 , 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 72% of income from unconsolidated operations in 2019, 76% in 2018 and 74% in 2017. As of November 30, 2019, undistributed earnings of investments in unconsolidated affiliates for which we have not provided deferred income tax liabilities would not be material.

Financing Arrangements

Financing Arrangements	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
Financing Arrangements [Abstract]
Financing Arrangements	FINANCING ARRANGEMENTS Our outstanding debt, including capital leases, was as follows at November 30: (millions) 2019 2018 Short-term borrowings Commercial paper $ 575.3 $ 509.9 Other 25.4 50.1 $ 600.7 $ 560.0 Weighted-average interest rate of short-term borrowings at year-end 2.5 % 2.9 % Long-term debt Term loan due 8/17/2020 (1) $ — $ 130.0 3.90% notes due 7/8/2021 (2) 250.0 250.0 2.70% notes due 8/15/2022 750.0 750.0 Term loan due 8/17/2022 (1) 250.0 556.3 3.50% notes due 8/19/2023 (3) 250.0 250.0 3.15% notes due 8/15/2024 700.0 700.0 3.25% notes due 11/15/2025 (4) 250.0 250.0 3.40% notes due 8/15/2027 (5) 750.0 750.0 4.20% notes due 8/15/2047 300.0 300.0 7.63%–8.12% notes due 2024 55.0 55.0 Other, including capital leases 171.6 180.5 Unamortized discounts, premiums, debt issuance costs and fair value adjustments (6) (3.1 ) (35.4 ) 3,723.5 4,136.4 Less current portion 97.7 83.5 $ 3,625.8 $ 4,052.9 (1) The term loans are prepayable in whole or in part. Also, the term loan due in 2022 requires quarterly principal payments of 2.5% of the initial principal amount. (2) Interest rate swaps, settled upon the issuance of these notes in 2011, effectively set the interest rate on the $250 million notes at a weighted-average fixed rate of 4.01% . (3) Interest rate swaps, settled upon the issuance of these notes in 2013, effectively set the interest rate on the $250 million notes at a weighted-average fixed rate of 3.30% . (4) Interest rate swaps, settled upon the issuance of these notes in 2015, effectively set the interest rate on the $250 million notes at a weighted-average fixed rate of 3.45% . The fixed interest rate on $100 million of the 3.25% notes due in 2025 is effectively converted to a variable rate by interest rate swaps through 2025. Net interest payments are based on 3-month LIBOR plus 1.22% during this period (our effective rate as of November 30, 2019 was 3.13% ). (5) Interest rate swaps, settled upon the issuance of these notes in 2017, effectively set the interest rate on the $750 million notes at a weighted-average fixed rate of 3.44% . The fixed interest rate on $250 million of the 3.40% notes due in 2027 is effectively converted to a variable rate by interest rate swaps through 2027. Net interest payments are based on 3-month LIBOR plus 0.685% during this period (our effective rate as of November 30, 2019 was 2.59% ). (6) Includes unamortized discounts, premiums and debt issuance costs of $(23.6) million and $(29.0) million as of November 30, 2019 and 2018, respectively. Includes fair value adjustment associated with interest rate swaps designated as fair value hedges of $20.5 million and $(6.4) million as of November 30, 2019 and 2018, respectively. Maturities of long-term debt, including capital leases, during the fiscal years subsequent to November 30, 2019 are as follows (in millions): 2020 $ 97.7 2021 341.1 2022 864.2 2023 257.8 2024 763.1 Thereafter 1,402.7 In connection with our acquisition of RB Foods, we entered into a Term Loan Agreement (“Term Loan”) in August 2017. The Term Loan provide for three -year and five -year senior unsecured term loans, each for $750 million . The net proceeds received from the issuance of the Term Loan was $1,498.3 million . The three -year loan was payable at maturity. The five -year loan is payable in equal quarterly installments in an amount of 2.5% of the initial principal amount, with the remaining unpaid balance due at maturity. The three -year and five -year loans are each prepayable in whole or in part. In 2019 and 2018, we repaid the three-year loan in the amounts of $130.0 million and $370.0 million , respectively. Prior to payoff, the three-year loan bore interest at LIBOR plus 1.125%. In 2019 and 2018, we repaid $306.3 million and $175.0 million , respectively, of the five-year loan, which included required quarterly principal installments of $75.0 million in both years. The five -year loan currently bears interest at LIBOR plus 1.25% . The interest rates are based on our credit rating with the maximum potential interest rate of LIBOR plus 1.75% for the five -year loan. The provisions of our outstanding $1.0 billion revolving credit facility and the Term Loan restrict subsidiary indebtedness and require us to maintain certain minimum and maximum financial ratios for interest expense coverage and our leverage ratio. The applicable leverage ratio is reduced annually. As of November 30, 2019, our capacity under the revolving credit facility is not affected by these covenants. We do not expect that these covenants would limit our access to our revolving credit facility for the foreseeable future; however, the leverage ratio could restrict our ability to utilize this facility. In August 2017, we issued an aggregate amount of $2.5 billion of senior unsecured notes. These notes are due as follows: $750.0 million due August 15, 2022, $700.0 million due August 15, 2024, $750.0 million due August 15, 2027 and $300.0 million due August 15, 2047 with stated fixed interest rates of 2.70% , 3.15% , 3.40% and 4.20% , respectively. Interest is payable semiannually in arrears in August and February of each year. The net proceeds received from the issuance of these notes were $2,479.3 million and were used to partially fund our acquisition of RB Foods. In addition, we used a portion of these proceeds to repay our $250.0 million , 5.75% notes that matured on December 15, 2017. Other debt costs of $15.4 million for the year ended November 30, 2017 represent the financing fees related to a bridge loan commitment, obtained in connection with our acquisition of RB Foods, that expired undrawn. 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. We have a five -year $1.0 billion revolving credit facility, which will expire in August 2022. The current pricing for the credit facility, on a fully drawn basis, is LIBOR plus 1.25% . The pricing of the credit facility is based on a credit rating grid that contains a fully drawn maximum pricing of the credit facility equal to LIBOR plus 1.75% . This credit facility supports our commercial paper program and, after $575.3 million was used to support issued commercial paper, we have $424.7 million of capacity at November 30, 2019. In addition, we have several uncommitted lines totaling $261.5 million , which have a total unused capacity at November 30, 2019 of $205.1 million . These lines, by their nature, can be withdrawn based on the lenders’ discretion. Committed credit facilities require a fee, and commitment fees were $1.3 million for both 2019 and 2018. In 2018, we consolidated our Corporate staff and certain non-manufacturing U.S. employees into our new headquarters building in Hunt Valley, Maryland. The 15-year lease for that building requires monthly lease payments of approximately $0.9 million which began in April 2019. The $0.9 million monthly lease payment is subject to adjustment after an initial 60-month period and thereafter on an annual basis as specified in the lease agreement. Upon commencement of fit-out in the second quarter of 2018, we obtained access to the building, which resulted in the lease commencement date for accounting purposes. We have recognized this lease as a capital lease, with the leased asset of $124.7 million and $133.4 million included in property, plant and equipment, net, as of November 30, 2019 and 2018, respectively. As of November 30, 2019, the total lease obligation was $137.7 million , of which $6.8 million was included in the current portion of long-term debt and $130.9 million was included in long-term debt. As of November 30, 2018, the entire lease liability of $138.6 million was included in long-term debt. During 2019 and 2018, respectively, we recognized amortization expense of $8.7 million and $5.2 million related to the leased asset. Rental expense under operating leases (primarily buildings and equipment) was $48.1 million in 2019 , $58.5 million in 2018 and $46.5 million in 2017 . Future annual fixed rental payments under operating leases for the years ended November 30 are as follows (in millions): 2020 $ 41.8 2021 35.7 2022 25.8 2023 16.0 2024 10.6 Thereafter 32.3 At November 30, 2019 , we had guarantees outstanding of $0.6 million with terms of one year or less. As of November 30, 2019 and 2018 , we had outstanding letters of credit of $32.2 million and $7.3 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 $13.8 million at November 30, 2019 .

Financial Instruments

Financial Instruments	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
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 in subsidiaries, transactions (both third-party and intercompany) and earnings denominated in foreign currencies. Management assesses foreign currency risk based on transactional cash flows and translational volatility and may enter into forward contract and currency swaps with highly-rated financial institutions to reduce fluctuations in the long or short currency positions. Forward contracts are generally less than 18 months duration. Currency swap agreements are established in conjunction with the terms of the underlying debt issues. At November 30, 2019, we had foreign currency exchange contracts to purchase or sell $489.2 million of foreign currencies as compared to $494.9 million at November 30, 2018. 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. 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 that are designated as hedges of assets, liabilities or firm commitments are recognized through income, offsetting the change in fair value of the hedged item. We also enter into fair value foreign currency exchange contracts to manage exposure to currency fluctuations in certain intercompany loans between subsidiaries. The notional value of these contracts was $357.5 million and $402.0 million at November 30, 2019 and 2018, respectively. During fiscal years 2019, 2018 and 2017, we recognized a $0.2 million gain, a $2.9 million loss and a $12.8 million gain, respectively, on the change in fair value of these contracts, which was offset by a $0.9 million loss, a $2.7 million gain and a $14.1 million loss, respectively, on the change in the currency component of the underlying loans. All of the losses and the gains for both fiscal years were recognized in our consolidated income statement as other income, net. At November 30, 2019, we had $151.3 million of notional contracts that have durations of less than seven days that are used to hedge short-term cash flow funding. At November 30, 2019, the remaining contracts have durations of one to twelve months . Beginning in the first quarter of 2019, we also utilized cross currency interest rate swap contracts that are designated as net investment hedges. As of November 30, 2019, we had notional values of cross currency interest rate swap contracts of (i) $250 million notional value to receive $250 million at three-month U.S. LIBOR plus 0.685% and pay £194.1 million at three-month GBP LIBOR plus 0.740% and (ii) £194.1 million notional value to receive £194.1 million at three-month GBP LIBOR plus 0.740% and pay €221.8 million at three-month Euro EURIBOR plus 0.808% . These cross-currency interest rate swap contracts expire in August 2027. 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. As of November 30, 2019, we have outstanding interest rate swap contracts for a notional amount of $350.0 million . Those interest rate swap contracts include a $100 million notional value of interest rate swap contracts where we receive interest at 3.25% and pay a variable rate of interest based on three-month LIBOR plus 1.22% . These swaps, which expire in November 2025, are designated as fair value hedges of the changes in fair value of $100 million of the $250 million 3.25% medium-term notes due 2025 that we issued in November 2015. We also have $250 million notional interest rate swap contracts where we receive interest at 3.40% and pay a variable rate of interest based on three-month LIBOR plus 0.685% , which expire in August 2027, and are designated as fair value hedges of the changes in fair value of $250 million of the $750 million 3.40% term notes due 2027. Any unrealized gain or loss on these swaps was offset by a corresponding increase or decrease in the value of the hedged debt. Hedge ineffectiveness was not material. All derivatives are recognized at fair value in the balance sheet and recorded in either other current assets, or other long-term assets, other accrued liabilities or other long-term liabilities depending upon their nature and maturity. The following tables disclose the notional amount and fair values of derivative instruments on our consolidated balance sheet: As of November 30, 2019: (millions) Asset Derivatives Liability Derivatives Derivatives Balance sheet location Notional amount Fair value Balance sheet location Notional amount Fair value Interest rate contracts Other current assets/Other long-term assets $ 350.0 $ 20.9 Other accrued liabilities $ — $ — Foreign exchange contracts Other current assets 293.1 3.3 Other accrued liabilities 196.1 3.6 Cross currency contracts Other current assets/Other long-term assets 495.5 3.2 Other long-term liabilities — — Total $ 27.4 $ 3.6 As of November 30, 2018: (millions) Asset Derivatives Liability Derivatives Derivatives Balance sheet location Notional amount Fair value Balance sheet location Notional amount Fair value Interest rate contracts Other current assets $ — $ — Other accrued liabilities $ 100.0 $ 6.4 Foreign exchange contracts Other current assets 199.5 4.4 Other accrued liabilities 295.4 6.4 Total $ 4.4 $ 12.8 The following tables disclose the impact of derivative instruments on other comprehensive income (OCI), accumulated other comprehensive income (AOCI) and our consolidated income statement for the years ended November 30, 2019 , 2018 and 2017 : Fair value hedges (millions) Income statement location Income (expense) Derivative 2019 2018 2017 Interest rate contracts Interest expense $ — $ (0.1 ) $ 0.9 Income statement location Gain (loss) recognized in income Income statement location Gain (loss) recognized in income Derivative 2019 2018 2017 Hedged Item 2019 2018 2017 Foreign exchange contracts Other income, net $ 0.2 $ (2.9 ) $ 12.8 Intercompany loans Other income, net $ (0.9 ) $ 2.7 $ (14.1 ) Cash flow hedges (millions) Gain (loss) recognized in OCI Income statement location Gain (loss) reclassified from AOCI Derivative 2019 2018 2017 2019 2018 2017 Interest rate contracts $ — $ — $ (2.9 ) Interest expense $ 0.5 $ 0.5 $ (0.4 ) Foreign exchange contracts (0.2 ) 2.6 (7.3 ) Cost of goods sold 1.6 (3.3 ) 1.2 Total $ (0.2 ) $ 2.6 $ (10.2 ) $ 2.1 $ (2.8 ) $ 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 accumulated other comprehensive income expected to be reclassified into income related to these contracts in the next twelve months is a $0.2 million increase to earnings. Net investment hedges (millions) Gain (loss) Income statement location Gain (loss) Derivative 2019 2019 Cross currency contracts $ 1.1 Interest expense $ 5.4 For all net investment hedges, no amounts have been reclassified out of other comprehensive income (loss). The amounts noted in the tables above for OCI do not include any adjustments for the impact of deferred income taxes. Fair Value of Financial Instruments The carrying amount and fair value of financial instruments as of November 30 were as follows: 2019 2018 (millions) Carrying amount Fair value Carrying amount Fair value Long-term investments $ 124.4 $ 124.4 $ 120.8 $ 120.8 Long-term debt (including current portion) 3,723.5 3,859.0 4,136.4 4,039.4 Derivatives related to: Interest rates (assets) 20.9 20.9 — — Interest rates (liabilities) — — 6.4 6.4 Foreign currency (assets) 3.3 3.3 4.4 4.4 Foreign currency (liabilities) 3.6 3.6 6.4 6.4 Cross currency (assets) 3.2 3.2 — — 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. At November 30, 2019, the fair value of long-term debt includes $3,437.5 million and $421.5 million determined using Level 1 and Level 2 valuation techniques, respectively. At November 30, 2018, the fair value of long-term debt includes $3,172.7 million and $866.7 million determined using Level 1 and Level 2 valuation techniques, respectively. The fair value for Level 2 long-term debt is determined by using quoted prices for similar debt instruments. 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. Concentrations of Credit Risk We are potentially exposed to concentrations of credit risk with trade accounts receivable and financial instruments. The customers of our consumer segment 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, discount chains and e-commerce. This has caused some customers to be less profitable and increased our exposure to credit risk. We generally have a large and diverse customer base which limits our concentration of credit risk. At November 30, 2019, we did not have amounts due from any single customer that exceed 10% of consolidated trade accounts receivable. 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, 2019
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Fair Value Measurement and Measurement Inputs, Recurring and Nonrecurring [Text Block]	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 are as follows: Fair value measurements using fair value hierarchy as of November 30, 2019 (millions) Fair value Level 1 Level 2 Assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 155.4 $ 155.4 $ — Insurance contracts 121.7 — 121.7 Bonds and other long-term investments 2.7 2.7 — Interest rate derivatives 20.9 — 20.9 Foreign currency derivatives 3.3 — 3.3 Cross currency contracts 3.2 — 3.2 Total $ 307.2 $ 158.1 $ 149.1 Liabilities: Foreign currency derivatives 3.6 — 3.6 Total $ 3.6 $ — $ 3.6 Fair value measurements using fair value hierarchy as of November 30, 2018 (millions) Fair value Level 1 Level 2 Assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 96.6 $ 96.6 $ — Insurance contracts 118.0 — 118.0 Bonds and other long-term investments 2.8 2.8 — Foreign currency derivatives 4.4 — 4.4 Total $ 221.8 $ 99.4 $ 122.4 Liabilities: Interest rate derivatives $ 6.4 $ — $ 6.4 Foreign currency derivatives 6.4 — 6.4 Total $ 12.8 $ — $ 12.8 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. At November 30, 2019 and 2018, we had no financial assets or liabilities that were subject to a level 3 fair value measurement.

Accumulated Other Comprehensive

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
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, as of November 30 (in millions): 2019 2018 Accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of tax where applicable Foreign currency translation adjustment (1) $ (266.5 ) $ (241.6 ) Unrealized loss on foreign currency exchange contracts — (1.1 ) Unamortized value of settled interest rate swaps 0.3 0.6 Pension and other postretirement costs (234.0 ) (117.8 ) $ (500.2 ) $ (359.9 ) (1) The foreign currency translation adjustment of accumulated other comprehensive loss increased by $ (24.9) million during the year ended November 30, 2019. Of that increase, $0.9 million was associated with net investment hedges as more fully described in Note 7. In conjunction with the adoption of ASU No. 2018-02 Income Statement-Reporting Comprehensive Income (Topic 220) — Reclassification of Certain Tax Effects from Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income, we reclassified $20.9 million of other comprehensive income, primarily associated with pension and other postretirement plans, from accumulated other comprehensive income to retained earnings effective December 1, 2017. 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: (millions) Affected line items in the consolidated income statement Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) components 2019 2018 2017 (Gains)/losses on cash flow hedges: Interest rate derivatives $ (0.5 ) $ (0.5 ) $ 0.4 Interest expense Foreign exchange contracts (1.6 ) 3.3 (1.2 ) Cost of goods sold Total before taxes (2.1 ) 2.8 (0.8 ) Tax effect 0.4 (0.6 ) 0.2 Income taxes Net, after tax $ (1.7 ) $ 2.2 $ (0.6 ) Amortization of pension and postretirement benefit adjustments: Amortization of prior service (credits) costs (1) $ (8.0 ) $ (8.5 ) $ (1.6 ) Other income, net Amortization of net actuarial losses (1) 2.6 12.6 9.7 Other income, net Total before taxes (5.4 ) 4.1 8.1 Tax effect 1.2 (1.0 ) (2.8 ) Income taxes Net, after tax $ (4.2 ) $ 3.1 $ 5.3 (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 Retirement

Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
Retirement Benefits, Description [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. We contribute to defined contribution plans in locations outside the U.S., including government-sponsored retirement plans. We also currently provide postretirement medical and life insurance benefits to certain U.S. employees and retirees. During fiscal years 2018 and 2017, we made the following significant changes to our employee benefit and retirement plans: 2018 • On December 1, 2017, our Management Committee approved the freezing of benefits under our pension plans in Canada. The effective date of this freeze was November 30, 2019. Although those plans have been frozen, employees who are participants in the plans retained benefits accumulated up to the date of the freeze, based on credited service and eligible earnings, in accordance with the terms of the plans. 2017 • On December 1, 2016, our Management Committee approved the freezing of benefits under the McCormick U.K. Pension and Life Assurance Scheme (the U.K. plan). The effective date of this freeze was December 31, 2016. Although the U.K. plan has been frozen, employees who are participants in that plan retained benefits accumulated up to the date of the freeze, based on credited service and eligible earnings, in accordance with the terms of the plan. • On January 3, 2017, our Management Committee approved the freezing of benefits under the McCormick Pension Plan, the defined benefit pension plan available to U.S. employees hired on or prior to December 31, 2011. The effective date of this freeze was November 30, 2018. Employees who are participants in that plan retained benefits accumulated up to the date of the freeze, based on credited service and eligible earnings, in accordance with the terms of the plan. • On January 3, 2017, the Compensation Committee of our Board of Directors approved the freezing of benefits under the McCormick Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan (the “SERP”). The effective date of this freeze was January 31, 2017. Executives who are participants in the SERP as of the date of the freeze, including certain named executive officers, retained benefits accumulated up to that date, based on credited service and eligible earnings, in accordance with the SERP’s terms. As a result of these changes, we remeasured pension assets and benefit obligations as of the dates of the approvals indicated above and (i) in fiscal year 2018, we reduced the Canadian plan benefit obligations by $17.5 million ; and (ii) in fiscal year 2017, we reduced the U.S. and U.K. plan benefit obligations by $69.9 million and $7.8 million , respectively. These remeasurements resulted in non-cash, pre-tax net actuarial gains of $17.5 million and $77.7 million for fiscal years 2018 and 2017, respectively. These net actuarial gains consist principally of curtailment gains of $18.0 million and $76.7 million , which are included in our consolidated statement of comprehensive income for 2018 and 2017, respectively, as a component of Other comprehensive income (loss) on the line entitled Unrealized components of pension plans. Deferred taxes associated with these actuarial gains, together with other unrealized components of pension plans recognized during 2018 and 2017, are also included in that statement as a component of Other comprehensive income (loss). Included in accumulated other comprehensive loss at November 30, 2019 was $303.0 million ( $234.0 million net of tax) related to net unrecognized actuarial losses that have not yet been recognized in net periodic pension or postretirement benefit cost. We expect to recognize $5.6 million ( $4.1 million net of tax) in net periodic pension and postretirement benefit costs during 2020 related to the amortization of actuarial losses of $9.6 million and the amortization of prior service cost credits of $4.0 million . Defined Benefit Pension Plans The significant assumptions used to determine benefit obligations are as follows as of November 30: United States International 2019 2018 2019 2018 Discount rate—funded plan 3.4 % 4.7 % 2.2 % 3.3 % Discount rate—unfunded plan 3.3 % 4.6 % — — Salary scale — — 2.9 % 3.0-3.5% The significant assumptions used to determine pension expense for the years ended November 30 are as follows: United States International 2019 2018 2017 2019 2018 2017 Discount rate—funded plan 4.7 % 4.0 % 4.6 % 3.3 % 2.9 % 3.2 % Discount rate—unfunded plan 4.6 % 3.9 % 4.5 % — — — Salary scale — % 3.8 % 3.8 % 3.4 % 3.5 % 3.4 % Expected return on plan assets 7.0 % 7.3 % 7.3 % 5.5 % 5.6 % 5.5 % 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 pension expense for the years ended November 30 was as follows: United States International (millions) 2019 2018 2017 2019 2018 2017 Service cost $ 2.1 $ 17.0 $ 14.8 $ 3.6 $ 4.3 $ 6.2 Interest costs 34.4 31.6 31.7 9.5 9.2 10.4 Expected return on plan assets (42.5 ) (43.4 ) (41.4 ) (16.4 ) (16.6 ) (15.3 ) Amortization of prior service costs 0.5 — — 0.2 0.1 0.7 Amortization of net actuarial loss 2.3 9.9 5.8 1.2 2.8 4.1 Settlement/curtailment loss — — — — 0.5 0.6 $ (3.2 ) $ 15.1 $ 10.9 $ (1.9 ) $ 0.3 $ 6.7 A 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) 2019 2018 2019 2018 Change in benefit obligation: Benefit obligation at beginning of year $ 752.6 $ 813.7 $ 292.9 $ 341.5 Service cost 2.1 17.0 3.6 4.3 Interest costs 34.4 31.6 9.5 9.2 Employee contributions — — 0.8 0.7 Plan amendments — 5.2 (0.2 ) 3.4 Plan curtailments — — — (17.5 ) Actuarial (gain) loss 134.6 (76.2 ) 51.8 (20.2 ) Benefits paid (38.9 ) (36.3 ) (14.7 ) (13.2 ) Business combinations — (2.4 ) — — Expenses paid — — (0.3 ) (0.7 ) Foreign currency impact — — 2.2 (14.6 ) Benefit obligation at end of year $ 884.8 $ 752.6 $ 345.6 $ 292.9 Change in fair value of plan assets: Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year $ 640.4 $ 654.2 $ 306.5 $ 331.3 Actual return on plan assets 62.2 13.6 42.7 (0.7 ) Employer contributions 8.2 8.9 3.2 4.6 Employee contributions — — 0.8 0.7 Benefits paid (38.9 ) (36.3 ) (14.7 ) (13.2 ) Expenses paid — — (0.3 ) (0.7 ) Foreign currency impact — — 2.7 (15.5 ) Fair value of plan assets at end of year $ 671.9 $ 640.4 $ 340.9 $ 306.5 Funded status $ (212.9 ) $ (112.2 ) $ (4.7 ) $ 13.6 Pension plans in which accumulated benefit obligation exceeded plan assets Projected benefit obligation $ 884.8 $ 752.6 $ 103.9 $ 19.1 Accumulated benefit obligation 874.8 746.9 100.4 16.1 Fair value of plan assets 671.9 640.4 83.6 1.5 Included in the U.S. in the preceding table is a benefit obligation of $105.4 million and $94.9 million for 2019 and 2018 , respectively, related to the SERP. The assets related to this plan, which totaled $85.5 million and $82.8 million as of November 30, 2019 and 2018 , respectively, are held in a rabbi trust and accordingly have not been included in the preceding table. As part of our acquisition of RB Foods in August 2017, we assumed a defined benefit pension plan that covers eligible union employees of the Reckitt Benckiser food business (the "RB Foods Union Pension Plan"). The related plan assets and benefit obligation of the RB Foods Union Pension Plan are included in the U.S. in the preceding table. At the acquisition date, the funded status of that plan was $(20.5) million , based upon a preliminary valuation. During 2018, we finalized the purchase accounting valuation for this plan which improved the funded status of this plan by $2.4 million , to $(18.1) million at the date of acquisition. During 2019 and 2018, we made contributions of $1.8 million and $2.5 million , respectively, to the RB Foods Union Pension Plan. Amounts recorded in the balance sheet for all defined benefit pension plans as of November 30 consist of the following: United States International (millions) 2019 2018 2019 2018 Non-current pension asset $ — $ — $ 15.6 $ 31.2 Accrued pension liability 212.9 112.2 20.3 17.6 Deferred income tax assets 58.5 32.7 13.3 8.8 Accumulated other comprehensive loss 183.9 97.7 60.1 40.1 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 $874.8 million and $746.9 million as of November 30, 2019 and 2018 , respectively. The accumulated benefit obligation for the international pension plans was $342.2 million and $286.8 million as of November 30, 2019 and 2018 , 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. The allocations of U.S. pension plan assets as of November 30, by asset category, were as follows: Actual 2019 Asset Category 2019 2018 Target Equity securities 63.3 % 65.8 % 59.0 % Fixed income securities 21.5 % 20.5 % 23.2 % Other 15.2 % 13.7 % 17.8 % Total 100.0 % 100.0 % 100.0 % The allocations of the international pension plans’ assets as of November 30, by asset category, were as follows: Actual 2019 Asset Category 2019 2018 Target Equity securities 50.4 % 52.1 % 53.0 % Fixed income securities 48.9 % 47.8 % 47.0 % Other 0.7 % 0.1 % — % Total 100.0 % 100.0 % 100.0 % 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 for the United States and international plans: As of November 30, 2019 United States (millions) Total fair value Level 1 Level 2 Cash and cash equivalents $ 15.3 $ 15.3 $ — Equity securities: U.S. equity securities (a) 276.5 148.5 128.0 International equity securities (b) 145.5 134.2 11.3 Fixed income securities: U.S. government/corporate bonds (c) 51.2 49.1 2.1 High yield bonds (d) 40.1 — 40.1 International/government/corporate bonds (e) 26.8 26.8 — Insurance contracts (f) 1.1 — 1.1 Other types of investments: Real estate (g) 25.9 22.0 3.9 Natural resources (h) 12.0 — 12.0 Total $ 594.4 $ 395.9 $ 198.5 Investments measured at net asset value (i) Hedge funds (j) 49.3 Private equity funds (k) 3.2 Private debt funds (l) 25.0 Total investments $ 671.9 As of November 30, 2019 International (millions) Total fair value Level 1 Level 2 Cash and cash equivalents $ 2.5 $ 2.5 $ — International equity securities (b) 171.6 — 171.6 Fixed income securities: International/government/corporate bonds (e) 144.7 — 144.7 Insurance contracts (f) 22.1 — 22.1 Total investments $ 340.9 $ 2.5 $ 338.4 As of November 30, 2018 United States (millions) Total fair value Level 1 Level 2 Cash and cash equivalents $ 16.0 $ 16.0 $ — Equity securities: U.S. equity securities (a) 283.2 149.6 133.6 International equity securities (b) 132.7 126.1 6.6 Fixed income securities: U.S./government/ corporate bonds (c) 46.2 44.1 2.1 High yield bonds (d) 36.7 — 36.7 International/government/ corporate bonds (e) 27.4 27.4 — Insurance contracts (f) 1.1 — 1.1 Other types of investments: Real estate (g) 22.3 18.7 3.6 Natural resources (h) 12.6 — 12.6 Total $ 578.2 $ 381.9 $ 196.3 Investments measured at net asset value (i) Hedge funds (j) 36.7 Private equity funds (k) 5.6 Private debt funds (l) 19.9 Total investments $ 640.4 As of November 30, 2018 International (millions) Total fair value Level 1 Level 2 Cash and cash equivalents $ 2.0 $ 2.0 $ — International equity securities (b) 159.5 — 159.5 Fixed income securities: International/government/corporate bonds (e) 125.2 — 125.2 Insurance contracts (f) 19.8 — 19.8 Total investments $ 306.5 $ 2.0 $ 304.5 (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 funds investing in real estate investment trusts (REIT). An appropriate benchmark is the MSCI U.S. REIT Index. (h) This category comprises funds investing in natural resources. An appropriate benchmark is the Alerian master limited partnership (MLP) Index. (i) Certain investments that are valued using the net asset value per share (or its equivalent) as a practical expedient have not been classified in the fair value hierarchy. These are included to permit reconciliation of the fair value hierarchy to the aggregate pension plan assets. (j) This category comprises hedge funds investing in strategies represented in various HFRI Fund Indices. The net asset value is generally based on the valuation of the underlying investment. Limitations exist on the timing from notice by the plan of its intent to redeem and actual redemptions of these funds and generally range from a minimum of one month to several months. (k) This category comprises private equity, venture capital and limited partnerships. The net asset is based on valuation models of the underlying securities as determined by the general partner or general partner's designee. These valuation models include unobservable inputs that cannot be corroborated using verifiable observable market data. These funds typically have redemption periods of approximately 10 years. (l) This category comprises limited partnerships funds investing in senior loans, mezzanine and distressed debt. The net asset is based on valuation models of the underlying securities as determined by the general partner or general partner's designee. These valuation models include unobservable inputs that cannot be corroborated using verifiable observable market data. These funds typically have redemption periods of approximately 10 years. For the plans’ hedge funds, private equity funds and private debt funds, 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. Equity securities in the U.S. pension plans included McCormick stock with a fair value of $64.4 million ( 0.4 million shares and 9.6% of total U.S. pension plan assets) and $57.2 million ( 0.4 million shares and 8.9% of total U.S. pension plan assets) at November 30, 2019 and 2018 , respectively. Dividends paid on these shares were $0.9 million and $0.8 million in 2019 and 2018 , respectively. 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. and International plans for the next 10 fiscal years will be as follows: (millions) United States International 2020 $ 41.4 $ 14.1 2021 41.6 14.2 2022 43.1 14.4 2023 44.8 15.4 2024 46.7 15.3 2025-2029 243.8 77.3 U.S. Defined Contribution Retirement Plans Effective December 1, 2018 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 66.7% of the next 3% of the participant’s salary. In addition, we make contributions of 3% of the participant's salary for all U.S. employees who are employed on December 31 of each year. Prior to December 1, 2018, for the U.S. defined contribution retirement plan, we matched 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 made contributions of 3% of the participant's salary for U.S. employees not covered by the defined benefit plan. Some of our smaller U.S. subsidiaries sponsor separate 401(k) retirement plans. We also sponsor a non-qualified defined contribution retirement plan. Our contributions charged to expense under all U.S. defined contribution retirement plans were $28.2 million , $15.5 million and $12.2 million in 2019 , 2018 and 2017 , respectively. At the participant’s election, 401(k) retirement plans held 1.6 million shares of McCormick stock, with a fair value of $266.1 million , at November 30, 2019 . Dividends paid on the shares held in the 401(k) retirement plans in 2019 and 2018 were $3.9 million in each year. 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. During 2017, we made the following changes to our postretirement medical and life insurance benefits impacting certain U.S. employees: • On August 23, 2017, our Management Committee approved changes to our postretirement medical benefits plan for eligible U.S. employees and retirees (employees hired after December 31, 2008 are not eligible for the subsidy). These changes included consolidating benefits providers and simplifying and reducing our subsidy for postretirement medical benefits. The effective date of the change in our subsidy was January 1, 2018. • On August 23, 2017, our Management Committee approved the elimination of life insurance benefits under our other postretirement benefit plan to eligible U.S. active employees (that life insurance benefit was available to U.S. employees hired on or prior to December 31, 2008). The effective date of this plan amendment was January 1, 2018, unless an employee committed to their retirement date by December 31, 2017 and retired on or before December 31, 2018. As a result of these changes, we remeasured the other postretirement benefit obligation as of August 23, 2017, resulting in a reduction of the other postretirement benefit obligation of $27.1 million . These remeasurements resulted in an aggregate non-cash, pre-tax net prior service cost credit of $27.1 million , which is included in our consolidated statement of comprehensive income for 2017, as a component of Other comprehensive income (loss) on the line entitled Unrealized components of pension and other postretirement plans. Deferred taxes associated with these aggregate prior service cost credits, together with other unrealized components of pension plans recognized during 2017, are also included in that statement as a component of Other comprehensive income (loss). Our other postretirement benefit (income) expense for the years ended November 30 follows: (millions) 2019 2018 2017 Service cost $ 1.8 $ 2.0 $ 2.6 Interest costs 2.7 2.4 3.3 Amortization of prior service credits (8.7 ) (8.6 ) (2.3 ) Amortization of actuarial gains (0.9 ) (0.1 ) (0.2 ) Postretirement benefit (income) expense $ (5.1 ) $ (4.3 ) $ 3.4 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) 2019 2018 Change in benefit obligation: Benefit obligation at beginning of year $ 62.9 $ 70.9 Service cost 1.8 2.0 Interest costs 2.7 2.4 Employee contributions 0.3 0.4 Plan amendments (0.4 ) — Other plan assumptions (1.0 ) (0.1 ) Discount rate change 7.6 (4.5 ) Actuarial (gain) loss (2.5 ) (3.0 ) Benefits paid (4.2 ) (5.2 ) Benefit obligation at end of year $ 67.2 $ 62.9 Change in fair value of plan assets: Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year $ — $ — Employer contributions 3.9 4.8 Employee contributions 0.3 0.4 Benefits paid (4.2 ) (5.2 ) Fair value of plan assets at end of year $ — $ — Other postretirement benefit liability $ 67.2 $ 62.9 Estimated future benefit payments (net of employee contributions) for the next 10 fiscal years are as follows: (millions) Retiree medical Retiree life insurance Total 2020 $ 3.7 $ 1.4 $ 5.1 2021 3.7 1.4 5.1 2022 3.7 1.4 5.1 2023 3.7 1.4 5.1 2024 3.7 1.4 5.1 2025-2029 18.0 6.5 24.5 The assumed discount rate in determining the benefit obligation was 3.1% and 4.5% for 2019 and 2018 , respectively. For 2019, the assumed annual rate of increase in the cost of covered health care benefits is 6.5% ( 7.3% last year). It is assumed to decrease gradually to 4.5% in the year 2030 ( 4.5% in 2028 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 2019.

Stock-Based Compensation

Stock-Based Compensation	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
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). Total stock-based compensation expense for 2019 , 2018 and 2017 was $37.2 million , $25.6 million and $23.9 million , respectively. Total unrecognized stock-based compensation expense related to our RSUs and stock options at November 30, 2019 was $27.5 million and the weighted-average period over which this will be recognized is 1.4 years . Total unrecognized stock-based compensation expense related to our LTPP is variable in nature and is dependent on the company's execution against established performance metrics under performance cycles related to this plan. As of November 30, 2019, we have 5.1 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. The following summarizes 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 vest over a three -year term or, if earlier, upon the retirement eligibility date of the holder. Compensation expense is recorded in the consolidated 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) 2019 2018 2017 Shares Weighted- average price Shares Weighted- average price Shares Weighted- average price Beginning of year 423 $ 103.05 267 $ 86.47 267 $ 80.08 Granted 129 143.23 278 112.72 131 94.63 Vested (159 ) 104.15 (113 ) 88.15 (118 ) 80.62 Forfeited (12 ) 113.55 (9 ) 96.53 (13 ) 90.85 Outstanding—end of year 381 $ 115.89 423 $ 103.05 267 $ 86.47 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 vest ratably over a three -year period or, if earlier, upon the retirement-eligibility dates of the holders and are exercisable over a 10 -year period. 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 following table. 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 primarily 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 consolidated 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 $27.51 , $20.30 and $17.61 in 2019 , 2018 and 2017 , respectively. These fair values were computed using the following range of assumptions for the years ended November 30: 2019 2018 2017 Risk-free interest rates 2.2 - 2.5% 1.7 - 2.9% 0.9 - 2.4% Dividend yield 1.5 % 2.0 % 1.9 % Expected volatility 17.4 % 18.4% 18.7% Expected lives 7.5 years 7.6 years 7.6 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) 2019 2018 2017 Shares Weighted- average exercise price Shares Weighted- average exercise price Shares Weighted- average exercise price Beginning of year 3.6 $ 82.60 4.8 $ 71.91 4.9 $ 66.00 Granted 0.3 147.39 0.4 105.95 0.6 98.07 Exercised (1.3 ) 71.08 (1.6 ) 55.28 (0.7 ) 50.63 Outstanding—end of year 2.6 96.18 3.6 82.60 4.8 71.91 Exercisable—end of year 1.9 $ 86.61 2.8 $ 76.54 3.8 $ 65.34 As of November 30, 2019 , the intrinsic value (the difference between the exercise price and the market price) for all options currently outstanding was $189.6 million and for options currently exercisable was $157.6 million . At November 30, 2019, 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, 2019 , 2018 and 2017 was $111.0 million , $108.0 million and $31.4 million , respectively. A summary of our stock options outstanding and exercisable at November 30, 2019 follows: (shares in millions) Options outstanding Options exercisable Range of exercise price Shares Weighted- average remaining life (yrs.) Weighted- average exercise price Shares Weighted- average remaining life (yrs.) Weighted- average exercise price $38.00 - $79.00 0.9 4.4 $ 71.40 0.9 4.4 $ 71.40 $79.01 - $103.00 1.0 6.8 99.04 0.9 6.7 99.22 $103.01 - $149.00 0.7 8.8 125.75 0.1 8.3 106.65 2.6 6.5 $ 96.18 1.9 5.7 $ 86.61 LTPP Our LTPP grants in 2018 and 2017 will deliver 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. LTPP awards granted in 2019 will be delivered entirely in company stock, with the target award calculated using a combination of a market-based total shareholder return and performance-based components. These awards are valued based on the fair value 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) 2019 2018 2017 Shares Weighted- average price Shares Weighted- average price Shares Weighted- Beginning of year 218 $ 83.55 220 $ 84.31 201 $ 78.10 Granted 68 150.51 86 101.90 78 89.96 Vested (57 ) 86.40 (60 ) 74.02 (43 ) 69.04 Performance adjustment (33 ) 89.96 (26 ) 86.40 (16 ) 74.02 Forfeited — — (2 ) 97.41 — — Outstanding—end of year 196 $ 115.96 218 $ 83.55 220 $ 84.31

Income Taxes

Income Taxes	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Income Taxes	INCOME TAXES The provision for income taxes for the years ended November 30 consists of the following: (millions) 2019 2018 2017 Income taxes Current Federal $ 52.3 $ 92.9 $ 67.1 State 10.7 11.0 6.2 International 73.5 78.7 53.9 136.5 182.6 127.2 Deferred Federal 26.4 (340.3 ) 23.8 State 3.6 1.5 0.9 International (9.1 ) (1.1 ) (0.6 ) 20.9 (339.9 ) 24.1 Total income tax expense (benefit) $ 157.4 $ (157.3 ) $ 151.3 In December 2017, President Trump signed into law Pub. L. 115-97, “An Act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to titles II and V of the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2018” (this legislation is referred to herein as the “U.S. Tax Act”). The U.S. Tax Act provides for significant changes in the U.S. Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended. Certain provisions of the U.S. Tax Act were effective during our fiscal year ended November 30, 2018 with all provisions of the U.S. Tax Act effective as of the beginning of our fiscal year beginning December 1, 2018. The U.S. Tax Act contains provisions with separate effective dates but is generally effective for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2017. The U.S. Tax Act creates a new requirement that certain income earned by foreign subsidiaries, known as Global Intangible Low-Taxed Income (GILTI), must be included in the gross income of the subsidiary’s U.S. shareholder. This provision of the U.S. Tax Act was effective for us for our fiscal year beginning December 1, 2018. The FASB allows an accounting policy election of either recognizing deferred taxes for temporary differences expected to reverse as GILTI in future years or recognizing such taxes as a current period expense when incurred . We have elected to treat GILTI as a current period expense when incurred. Beginning on January 1, 2018, the U.S. Tax Act lowered the U.S. corporate income tax rate from 35% to 21% on our U.S. earnings from that date and beyond. The revaluation of our U.S. deferred tax assets and liabilities to the 21% corporate tax rate has reduced our net U.S. deferred income tax liability by $380.0 million and is reflected as a reduction in our income tax expense in our results for the year ended November 30, 2018. The U.S. Tax Act imposes a one-time transition tax on post-1986 earnings of non-U.S. affiliates that have not been repatriated for purposes of U.S. federal income tax, with those earnings taxed at rates of 15.5% for earnings reflected by cash and cash equivalent items and 8% for other assets. This transition tax, based on our fiscal 2018 tax return filed in fiscal 2019, was $76.0 million (we estimated the transition tax to be $75.3 million in fiscal 2018). The cash tax effects of the transition tax, reduced by the utilization of $21.1 million of current and carried forward excess foreign tax credits, as well as other items of $7.7 million , resulted in a net tax liability of $47.2 million , which can be remitted in installments over an eight-year period as we are doing. As of November 30, 2019, our remaining unpaid transition tax is $43.4 million . In addition to the estimated transition tax of $75.3 million recognized in 2018, we incurred additional foreign withholding taxes, net of a U.S. foreign tax credit, of $7.9 million and a $4.7 million reduction in our fiscal 2018 income taxes as a consequence of the transition tax, both of which we recognized as a component of our income tax expense for the year ended November 30, 2018, for a net transition tax impact recognized in 2018 of $78.5 million . In 2019, current federal income tax expense increased by $8.3 million from $44.0 million (exclusive of non-recurring U.S. Tax Act impacts of $48.9 million ) in 2018 to $52.3 million in 2019. Deferred federal expense decreased by $2.6 million from $29.0 million (exclusive of non-recurring U.S. Tax Act impacts of $369.3 million ) in 2018 to $26.4 million in 2019. The net change in current federal income tax expense principally stemmed from higher pretax income in the U.S. in 2019 compared to 2018. The components of income from consolidated operations before income taxes for the years ended November 30 follow: (millions) 2019 2018 2017 Pretax income United States $ 569.0 $ 492.2 $ 382.1 International 250.2 249.1 212.7 $ 819.2 $ 741.3 $ 594.8 A reconciliation of the U.S. federal statutory rate with the effective tax rate for the years ended November 30 follows: 2019 2018 2017 Federal statutory tax rate 21.0 % 22.2 % 35.0 % State income taxes, net of federal benefits 1.6 1.5 0.8 International tax at different effective rates 1.6 0.4 (4.8 ) U.S. tax on remitted and unremitted earnings 0.5 0.6 0.4 Stock compensation expense (2.8 ) (2.9 ) (1.6 ) U.S. manufacturing deduction — (0.8 ) (1.8 ) Changes in prior year tax contingencies (0.3 ) (0.8 ) (2.1 ) Non-recurring benefit of U.S. Tax Act (0.2 ) (40.7 ) — Intra-entity asset transfer (1.8 ) — — Other, net (0.4 ) (0.7 ) (0.5 ) Total 19.2 % (21.2 )% 25.4 % Deferred tax assets and liabilities are comprised of the following as of November 30: (millions) 2019 2018 Deferred tax assets Employee benefit liabilities $ 103.3 $ 82.7 Other accrued liabilities 32.3 40.0 Inventory 7.5 8.0 Tax loss and credit carryforwards 46.8 57.2 Other 48.1 44.2 Valuation allowance (32.4 ) (32.9 ) 205.6 199.2 Deferred tax liabilities Depreciation 82.6 77.8 Intangible assets 770.5 782.8 Other 5.5 5.3 858.6 865.9 Net deferred tax liability $ (653.0 ) $ (666.7 ) At November 30, 2019 , our non-U.S. subsidiaries have tax loss carryforwards of $183.3 million . Of these carryforwards, $2.4 million expire in 2020, $6.1 million from 2021 through 2022, $59.3 million from 2023 through 2036 and $115.5 million may be carried forward indefinitely. At November 30, 2019, our non-U.S. subsidiaries have capital loss carryforwards of $26.0 million . All of these carryforwards may be carried forward indefinitely. 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 $0.5 million net decrease in the valuation allowance from November 30, 2018 to November 30, 2019 mainly relates to subsidiaries' net operating losses, capital losses and other tax attributes which may not be realized in future periods. Historically, we have not provided deferred income taxes on the cumulative undistributed earnings of our international subsidiaries. During fiscal 2018, previously undistributed earnings of certain international subsidiaries were no longer considered indefinitely reinvested as of January 1, 2018; therefore, we recognized $7.9 million of income tax expense in fiscal 2018. Our intent is to continue to reinvest the remaining undistributed earnings of our international subsidiaries indefinitely. Therefore, in 2019 there were no incremental previously undistributed earnings that no longer met the requirements of indefinite reinvestment. While federal income tax expense has been recognized as a result of the U.S. Tax Act, we have not provided any additional deferred taxes with respect to items such as foreign withholding taxes, state income tax or foreign exchange gain or loss. It is not practicable for us to determine the amount of unrecognized tax expense on these reinvested international earnings. The following table summarizes the activity related to our gross unrecognized tax benefits for the years ended November 30: (millions) 2019 2018 2017 Balance at beginning of year $ 27.9 $ 39.1 $ 58.3 Additions for current year tax positions 6.6 6.5 7.3 Additions for prior year tax positions 0.6 0.3 0.9 Reductions for prior year tax positions (0.3 ) (6.9 ) (8.4 ) Settlements — — (18.1 ) Statute expirations (2.5 ) (9.1 ) (2.1 ) Foreign currency translation (0.3 ) (2.0 ) 1.2 Balance at November 30 $ 32.0 $ 27.9 $ 39.1 As of November 30, 2019, if recognized, all of the $32.0 million of the unrecognized tax benefits would affect the effective rate. We record interest and penalties on income taxes in income tax expense. We recognized interest and penalty expense of $2.1 million , $0.1 million and $0.4 million in 2019, 2018 and 2017, respectively. As of November 30, 2019 and 2018 , we had accrued $7.1 million and $5.1 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 the reasonably possible total amount of unrecognized tax benefits as of November 30, 2019 that could decrease in the next 12 months as a result of various statute expirations, audit closures and/or tax settlements would not be material. 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 the U.S federal jurisdiction, we are no longer subject to income tax audits by taxing authorities for years before 2016. In other major jurisdictions, we are no longer subject to income tax audits by taxing authorities for years before 2012. We are under normal recurring tax audits in the U.S. and in several jurisdictions 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.

Capital Stock, Earnings Per Sha

Capital Stock, Earnings Per Share And Stock Issuance	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Earnings Per Share	EARNINGS PER SHARE AND STOCK ISSUANCE 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. During 2017, we issued approximately 6.35 million shares of our common stock non-voting in connection with our acquisition of RB Foods (see note 2), which included approximately 0.8 million shares from the exercise of the underwriters' option to purchase additional shares. The net proceeds from this issuance, after the underwriting discount and related expenses, was $554.0 million . The reconciliation of shares outstanding used in the calculation of basic and diluted earnings per share for the years ended November 30 follows: (millions) 2019 2018 2017 Average shares outstanding—basic 132.6 131.5 126.8 Effect of dilutive securities: Stock options/RSUs/LTPP 1.5 1.7 1.6 Average shares outstanding—diluted 134.1 133.2 128.4 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) 2019 2018 2017 Antidilutive securities 0.1 0.2 1.1

Commitments And Contingencies

Commitments And Contingencies	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
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, 2019 and 2018 , no material reserves were recorded. The determination of probability and the estimation of the actual amount of any such loss are 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 Geographi

Business Segments And Geographic Areas	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
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 flavor solutions. The consumer and flavor solutions segments manufacture, market and distribute spices, seasoning mixes, condiments and other flavorful products throughout the world. Our consumer segment sells to retail channels, including grocery, mass merchandise, warehouse clubs, discount and drug stores, and e-commerce under the “McCormick” brand and a variety of brands around the world, including “French's,” “Frank's RedHot,” “Lawry’s,” “Zatarain’s,” “Simply Asia,” “Thai Kitchen,” “Ducros,” “Vahiné,” “Schwartz,” “Club House,” “Kamis,” “Kohinoor,” "DaQiao," "Drogheria & Alimentari," "Stubb's" and "Gourmet Garden." Our flavor solutions 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, the products within each of our segments are regarded as fairly homogenous. It is impracticable to segregate and identify sales and profits for each of these individual product lines. Historically, we have measured segment performance based on operating income excluding special charges as this activity is managed separately from the business segments. Beginning in 2017, we also excluded transaction and integration expenses related to our acquisition of RB Foods from our measure of segment performance as these expenses are similarly managed separately from the business segments. These transaction and integration expenses excluded from our segment performance measure include the amortization of the acquisition-date fair value adjustment of inventories that is included in cost of goods sold, costs directly associated with that acquisition and costs associated with integrating the RB Foods business. 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 purposes of internal reporting, performance evaluation, or capital allocation. In 2019, the Company transferred management responsibility for certain export operations in both its consumer and flavor solutions segments between geographies within each respective segment, shifting from the Americas to the Asia/Pacific regions within each segment, with no change in segment sales or segment operating income for either the consumer or flavor solutions segment in total. We have a large number of customers for our products. Sales to one of our consumer segment customers, Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., accounted for approximately 11% of consolidated sales in 2019 , 2018 and 2017 . Sales to one of our flavor solutions segment customers, PepsiCo, Inc., accounted for approximately 10% of consolidated sales in both 2019 and 2018 and approximately 11% in 2017 . 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 Flavor Solutions Total segments Corporate & other Total 2019 Net sales $ 3,269.8 $ 2,077.6 $ 5,347.4 $ — $ 5,347.4 Operating income excluding special charges 676.3 302.2 978.5 — 978.5 Income from unconsolidated operations 31.8 9.1 40.9 — 40.9 Assets — — 9,950.3 411.8 10,362.1 Capital expenditures — — 121.8 51.9 173.7 Depreciation and amortization — — 118.0 40.8 158.8 2018 Net sales $ 3,247.0 $ 2,055.8 $ 5,302.8 $ — $ 5,302.8 Operating income excluding special charges and transaction and integration expenses 637.1 292.8 929.9 — 929.9 Income from unconsolidated operations 29.5 5.3 34.8 — 34.8 Assets — — 10,015.8 240.6 10,256.4 Capital expenditures — — 126.3 42.8 169.1 Depreciation and amortization — — 115.0 35.7 150.7 2017 Net sales $ 2,901.6 $ 1,828.7 $ 4,730.3 $ — $ 4,730.3 Operating income excluding special charges and transaction and integration expenses 562.4 221.3 783.7 — 783.7 Income from unconsolidated operations 28.9 5.0 33.9 — 33.9 Assets — — 10,036.7 349.1 10,385.8 Capital expenditures — — 153.6 28.8 182.4 Depreciation and amortization — — 99.8 25.4 125.2 A reconciliation of operating income excluding special charges and, for 2018 and 2017, transaction and integration expenses, to operating income for 2019, 2018 and 2017 is as follows: (millions) Consumer Flavor Solutions Total 2019 Operating income excluding special charges $ 676.3 $ 302.2 $ 978.5 Less: Special charges 13.1 7.7 20.8 Operating income $ 663.2 $ 294.5 $ 957.7 2018 Operating income excluding special charges and transaction and integration expenses $ 637.1 $ 292.8 $ 929.9 Less: Special charges 10.0 6.3 16.3 Less: Transaction and integration expenses 15.0 7.5 22.5 Operating income $ 612.1 $ 279.0 $ 891.1 2017 Operating income excluding special charges and transaction and integration expenses $ 562.4 $ 221.3 $ 783.7 Less: Special charges 15.3 6.9 22.2 Less: Transaction and integration expenses included in cost of goods sold 13.6 7.3 20.9 Less: Other transaction and integration expenses 27.1 13.7 40.8 Operating income $ 506.4 $ 193.4 $ 699.8 Geographic Areas We have net sales and long-lived assets in the following geographic areas: (millions) United States EMEA Other countries Total 2019 Net sales $ 3,226.3 $ 986.1 $ 1,135.0 $ 5,347.4 Long-lived assets 6,397.0 1,032.4 875.4 8,304.8 2018 Net sales $ 3,145.0 $ 1,021.1 $ 1,136.7 $ 5,302.8 Long-lived assets 6,411.0 1,057.1 874.6 8,342.7 2017 Net sales $ 2,748.7 $ 948.9 $ 1,032.7 $ 4,730.3 Long-lived assets 6,329.1 1,125.3 881.2 8,335.6 Long-lived assets include property, plant and equipment, goodwill and intangible assets, net of accumulated depreciation and amortization.

Supplemental Financial Statemen

Supplemental Financial Statement Data	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
Supplemental Financial Statement Data [Abstract]
Supplemental Financial Statement Data	SUPPLEMENTAL FINANCIAL STATEMENT DATA Supplemental consolidated information with respect to our income statement, balance sheet and cash flow follow: For the year ended November 30 (millions) 2019 2018 2017 Other income, net Pension and other postretirement benefit income $ 17.7 12.2 2.6 Interest income 10.1 7.1 5.7 Other (1.1 ) 5.5 (2.2 ) $ 26.7 $ 24.8 $ 6.1 At November 30 (millions) 2019 2018 Inventories Finished products $ 413.3 $ 406.1 Raw materials and work-in-process 387.9 380.2 $ 801.2 $ 786.3 Prepaid expenses $ 36.0 $ 27.2 Other current assets 54.7 51.7 $ 90.7 $ 78.9 Property, plant and equipment Land and improvements $ 67.5 $ 62.6 Buildings (including capital lease) 658.5 626.2 Machinery, equipment and other 1,007.8 947.5 Construction-in-progress 85.8 105.1 Accumulated depreciation (867.0 ) (799.9 ) $ 952.6 $ 941.5 Other long-term assets Investments in affiliates $ 186.0 $ 167.2 Long-term investments 124.4 120.8 Software, net of accumulated amortization $275.0 for 2019 and $281.5 for 2018 76.4 43.6 Other 120.3 102.2 $ 507.1 $ 433.8 Other accrued liabilities Payroll and employee benefits $ 184.9 $ 176.5 Sales allowances 137.2 142.1 Other 287.0 329.6 $ 609.1 $ 648.2 Other long-term liabilities Pension $ 226.9 $ 123.1 Postretirement benefits 62.7 58.5 Unrecognized tax benefits 37.6 31.0 Other 100.4 100.5 $ 427.6 $ 313.1 For the year ended November 30 (millions) 2019 2018 2017 Depreciation $ 113.6 $ 104.8 $ 85.2 Software amortization 13.7 14.0 14.5 Interest paid 169.8 179.8 72.1 Income taxes paid 137.2 154.6 155.6 Dividends paid per share were $2.28 in 2019 , $2.08 in 2018 and $1.88 in 2017 . Dividends declared per share were $2.33 in 2019, $2.13 in 2018, and $1.93 in 2017.

Selected Quarterly Data

Selected Quarterly Data	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
Quarterly Financial Information Disclosure [Abstract]
Selected Quarterly Data	SELECTED QUARTERLY DATA (UNAUDITED) (millions except per share data) First Second Third Fourth 2019 Net sales $ 1,231.5 $ 1,301.9 $ 1,329.2 $ 1,484.8 Gross profit 466.9 508.5 539.9 630.0 Operating income 196.9 208.1 253.5 299.2 Net income 148.0 149.4 191.9 213.4 Basic earnings per share 1.12 1.13 1.45 1.60 Diluted earnings per share 1.11 1.12 1.43 1.59 Dividends paid per share— Common Stock and Common Stock Non-Voting 0.57 0.57 0.57 0.57 Dividends declared per share— Common Stock and Common Stock Non-Voting — 0.57 0.57 1.19 2018 Net sales $ 1,215.4 $ 1,301.3 $ 1,318.2 $ 1,467.9 Gross profit 460.4 505.4 522.5 605.0 Operating income 181.1 188.6 229.9 291.5 Net income 422.6 123.3 173.5 214.0 Basic earnings per share 3.22 0.94 1.32 1.62 Diluted earnings per share 3.18 0.93 1.30 1.60 Dividends paid per share— Common Stock and Common Stock Non-Voting 0.52 0.52 0.52 0.52 Dividends declared per share— Common Stock and Common Stock Non-Voting — 0.52 0.52 1.09 Operating income for the first quarter of 2019 included $2.1 million of special charges, with an after-tax impact of $1.6 million and a per share impact of $0.01 for both basic and diluted earnings per share. Operating income for the second quarter of 2019 included $7.1 million of special charges, with an after-tax impact of $5.4 million and a per share impact of $0.04 for both basic and diluted earnings per share. Operating income for the third quarter of 2019 included $7.7 million of special charges, with an after-tax impact of $6.1 million and a per share impact of $0.04 for both basic and diluted earnings per share. Net income for the third quarter of 2019 included $1.5 million of non-recurring income tax expense related to enactment of the U.S. Tax Act, with a per share impact of $0.01 for both basic and diluted earnings per share. Operating income for the fourth quarter of 2019 included $3.9 million of special charges, with an after-tax impact of $3.0 million and a per share impact of $0.02 for both basic and diluted earnings per share. Operating income for the first quarter of 2018 included $2.2 million of special charges, with an after-tax impact of $1.6 million and a per share impact of $0.01 for both basic and diluted earnings per share. Operating income for the first quarter of 2018 included $8.7 million of transaction and integration expenses, with an after-tax impact of $6.9 million and a per share impact of $0.05 for both basic and diluted earnings per share. Net income for the first quarter of 2018 included $297.9 million of non-recurring income tax benefit related to enactment of the U.S. Tax Act, with a per share impact of $2.27 and $2.24 for basic and diluted earnings per share, respectively. Operating income for the second quarter of 2018 included $8.4 million of special charges, with an after-tax impact of $6.5 million and a per share impact of $0.05 for both basic and diluted earnings per share. Operating income for the second quarter of 2018 included $7.8 million of transaction and integration expenses, with an after-tax impact of $6.1 million and a per share impact of $0.05 and $0.04 for basic and diluted earnings per share, respectively. Operating income for the third quarter of 2018 included $3.3 million of special charges, with an after-tax impact of $2.5 million and a per share impact of $0.02 for both basic and diluted earnings per share. Operating income for the third quarter of 2018 included $5.6 million of transaction and integration expenses, with an after-tax impact of $4.3 million and a per share impact of $0.04 for both basic and diluted earnings per share. Net income for the third quarter of 2018 included $10.3 million of non-recurring income tax benefit related to enactment of the U.S. Tax Act, with a per share impact of $0.08 for both basic and diluted earnings per share. Operating income for the fourth quarter of 2018 included $2.4 million of special charges, with an after-tax impact of $1.9 million and a per share impact of $0.02 for both basic and diluted earnings per share. Operating income for the fourth quarter of 2018 included $0.4 million of transaction and integration expenses, with an after-tax impact of $0.3 million . Net income for the fourth quarter of 2018 included $6.7 million of non-recurring income tax expense related to enactment of the U.S. Tax Act, with a per share impact of $0.05 for both basic and diluted earnings per share. See notes 2 and 3 for details with respect to the transaction and integration expenses and actions undertaken in connection with these special charges, respectively. See note 12 for details regarding the non-recurring income tax benefits related to enactment of the U.S. Tax Act. 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 Accoun

Valuation And Qualifying Accounts	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
SEC Schedule, 12-09, 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 beginning of period Charged to costs and expenses Charged to other accounts Deductions Balance at end of period Deducted from asset accounts: Year ended November 30, 2019: Allowance for doubtful receivables $ 6.4 $ 1.1 $ (1.8 ) $ (0.1 ) $ 5.6 Valuation allowance on net deferred tax assets 32.9 2.6 (0.5 ) (2.6 ) 32.4 $ 39.3 $ 3.7 $ (2.3 ) $ (2.7 ) $ 38.0 Deducted from asset accounts: Year ended November 30, 2018: Allowance for doubtful receivables $ 6.6 $ 1.1 $ (0.6 ) $ (0.7 ) $ 6.4 Valuation allowance on net deferred tax assets 26.0 11.1 (2.2 ) (2.0 ) 32.9 $ 32.6 $ 12.2 $ (2.8 ) $ (2.7 ) $ 39.3 Deducted from asset accounts: Year ended November 30, 2017: Allowance for doubtful receivables $ 4.2 $ 2.6 $ 0.3 $ (0.5 ) $ 6.6 Valuation allowance on net deferred tax assets 10.5 15.1 1.8 (1.4 ) 26.0 $ 14.7 $ 17.7 $ 2.1 $ (1.9 ) $ 32.6

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Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies (Policy)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
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 their 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 are translated at the rates of exchange at the balance sheet date, with the resultant translation adjustments included in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) of those affiliates. Income and expense items of those affiliates are translated at average monthly rates of exchange. We record our ownership share of the net assets and accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) of our unconsolidated affiliates in our consolidated balance sheet on the lines entitled “Other long-term assets” and “Accumulated other comprehensive loss,” respectively. We record our ownership share of the net income of our unconsolidated affiliates in our consolidated income statement on the line entitled “Income from unconsolidated operations.”
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 net realizable value. Cost is determined under the first-in, first-out costing method (FIFO), including the use of average costs which approximate FIFO.
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 50 years for buildings and 3 to 12 years for machinery, equipment and other assets. Assets leased under capital leases are depreciated over the shorter of the lease term or their useful lives unless it is reasonably certain that we will obtain ownership by the end of the lease term. Repairs and maintenance costs are expensed as incurred. Computer Software 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. The net book value of capitalized software totaled $76.4 million and $43.6 million at November 30, 2019 and 2018, respectively. Such amounts are recorded within "Other long-term assets" in the consolidated balance sheet. Software is amortized using the straight-line method over a range of 3 to 13 years, but not exceeding the expected life of the product. The net book value of capitalized software includes $44.9 million and $9.3 million at November 30, 2019 and 2018, respectively, which had not yet been placed into service and relates to our future implementation of a global enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.
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 primarily determine fair value by using a relief-from-royalty method 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 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 would be calculated based on the excess of the asset’s carrying value over its estimated fair value.
Revenue Recognition	Revenue Recognition We manufacture, market and distribute spices, seasoning mixes, condiments and other flavorful products to the entire food industry—retailers, food manufacturers and foodservice businesses. We recognize sales as performance obligations are fulfilled when control passes to the customer. Revenues are recorded net of trade and sales incentives and estimated product returns. Known or expected pricing or revenue adjustments, such as trade discounts, rebates and returns, are estimated at the time of sale. Any taxes collected on behalf of government authorities are excluded from net sales. We account for product shipping and handling as fulfillment activities with costs for these activities recorded within cost of goods sold. Amounts billed and due from our customers are classified as accounts receivable on the balance sheet and require payment on a short-term basis. Our allowance for doubtful accounts represents our estimate of probable non-payments and credit losses in our existing receivables, as determined based on a review of past due balances and other specific account data. The following table sets forth our net sales by the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) and Asia Pacific (APAC) geographic regions: (millions) Americas EMEA APAC Total 2019 Net sales $ 3,711.3 $ 986.1 $ 650.0 $ 5,347.4 2018 Net sales $ 3,627.5 $ 1,021.1 $ 654.2 $ 5,302.8 2017 Net sales $ 3,179.6 $ 948.9 $ 601.8 $ 4,730.3 Performance Obligations Our revenues primarily result from contracts or purchase orders with customers, which generally are both short-term in nature and have a single performance obligation—the delivery of our products to customers. We assess the goods and services promised in our customers’ contracts or purchase orders and identify a performance obligation for each promise to transfer a good or service (or bundle of goods or services) that is distinct. To identify the performance obligations, we consider all the goods or services promised, whether explicitly stated or implied based on customary business practices. Significant Judgments Sales are recorded net of trade and sales incentives and estimated product returns. Known or expected pricing or revenue adjustments, such as trade discounts, rebates or returns, are estimated at the time of sale. Where applicable, future reimbursements are estimated based on a combination of historical patterns and future expectations regarding these programs. Key sales terms, such as pricing and quantities ordered, are established on a frequent basis such that most customer arrangements and related incentives have a one-year or shorter duration. Estimates that affect revenue, such as trade incentives and product returns, are monitored and adjusted each period until the incentives or product returns are realized. The adjustments recognized during the year ended November 30, 2019 and 2018 resulting from updated estimates of revenue for prior year product sales were not significant. The unsettled portion remaining in accrued liabilities for these activities was $137.2 million and $142.1 million at November 30, 2019 and 2018, respectively. Practical Expedients We have elected the following policy elections and practical expedients with respect to revenue recognition: • Shipping and handling costs— We elected to account for shipping and handling activities that occur before the customer has obtained control of a good as fulfillment activities (i.e., an expense) rather than as a promised service. • Measurement of transaction price— We elected to exclude from the measurement of transaction price all taxes assessed by a governmental authority that are both imposed on and concurrent with a specific revenue-producing transaction and collected by us from a customer for sales, value added and other excise taxes. • Incremental cost of obtaining a contract— We elected to expense any incremental costs of obtaining a contract when the contract is for a period of one year or less.
Revenue from External Customers by Geographic Areas [Table Text Block]	The following table sets forth our net sales by the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) and Asia Pacific (APAC) geographic regions: (millions) Americas EMEA APAC Total 2019 Net sales $ 3,711.3 $ 986.1 $ 650.0 $ 5,347.4 2018 Net sales $ 3,627.5 $ 1,021.1 $ 654.2 $ 5,302.8 2017 Net sales $ 3,179.6 $ 948.9 $ 601.8 $ 4,730.3
Shipping And Handling	Shipping and Handling Shipping and handling costs on our products sold to customers related to activities that occur before the customer has obtained control of a good are included in cost of goods sold in the consolidated income statement.
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 consolidated income statement. Research and development expense was $67.3 million , $69.4 million and $66.1 million for 2019, 2018 and 2017, respectively.
Brand Marketing Support	Brand Marketing Support Total brand marketing support costs, which are included in selling, general and administrative expense in the consolidated income statement, were $214.6 million , $218.7 million and $172.5 million for 2019 , 2018 and 2017 , respectively. Brand marketing support costs include advertising and promotions but exclude trade funds paid to customers for such activities. All trade funds paid to customers are reflected in the consolidated income statement as a reduction of net sales. Promotion costs include public relations, shopper marketing, social marketing activities, general consumer promotion activities and depreciation of 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 advertising are expensed as incurred. Advertising expense was $150.8 million , $147.2 million and $117.8 million for 2019 , 2018 and 2017 , 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. We contribute to defined contribution plans in locations outside the U.S., including government-sponsored retirement plans. We also currently provide postretirement medical and life insurance benefits to certain U.S. employees and retirees. During fiscal years 2018 and 2017 we made significant changes to our employee benefit and retirement plans as discussed in note 10. 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 other 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 and postretirement benefit plans. The corridor approach defers all actuarial gains and losses resulting from variances between actual results and actuarial assumptions. Those 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 life expectancy of retired plan participants, for plans whose benefits have been frozen, or the average remaining service period to retirement date of active plan participants.

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Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Revenue from External Customers by Geographic Areas [Table Text Block]	The following table sets forth our net sales by the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) and Asia Pacific (APAC) geographic regions: (millions) Americas EMEA APAC Total 2019 Net sales $ 3,711.3 $ 986.1 $ 650.0 $ 5,347.4 2018 Net sales $ 3,627.5 $ 1,021.1 $ 654.2 $ 5,302.8 2017 Net sales $ 3,179.6 $ 948.9 $ 601.8 $ 4,730.3
Schedule of New Accounting Pronouncements and Changes in Accounting Principles [Table Text Block]	The adoption of the Revenue Recognition ASU and the Pension ASU, on a retrospective basis, impacted our previously reported results for the years ended November 30, 2018 and 2017 as follows: Accounting Changes (in millions) Previously Reported Revenue Recognition Pension Recast For the year ended November 30, 2018: Net sales $ 5,408.9 $ (106.1 ) $ — $ 5,302.8 Cost of goods sold 3,037.3 169.5 2.7 3,209.5 Gross profit 2,371.6 (275.6 ) (2.7 ) 2,093.3 Selling, general and administrative expense 1,429.5 (275.6 ) 9.5 1,163.4 Operating income 903.3 — (12.2 ) 891.1 Other income, net 12.6 — 12.2 24.8 For the year ended November 30, 2017: Net sales $ 4,834.1 $ (103.8 ) $ — $ 4,730.3 Cost of goods sold 2,823.9 111.0 1.4 2,936.3 Gross profit 2,010.2 (214.8 ) (1.4 ) 1,794.0 Selling, general and administrative expense 1,244.8 (214.8 ) 1.2 1,031.2 Operating income 702.4 — (2.6 ) 699.8 Other income, net 3.5 — 2.6 6.1

Acquisitions (Tables)

Acquisitions (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
Business Combinations [Abstract]
Schedule of Business Acquisitions, by Acquisition	The following are the transaction and integration expenses related to the RB Foods acquisition that we have recorded for the years ended November 30 (in millions): 2018 2017 Transaction expenses included in cost of goods sold $ — $ 20.9 Transaction expenses included in other debt costs — 15.4 Other transaction expenses 0.3 23.2 Integration expenses 22.2 17.6 Total $ 22.5 $ 77.1
Business Acquisition, Pro Forma Information

Special Charges Special Charg_2

Special Charges Special Charges (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
Special Charges [Abstract]
Special Charges Summary	The following is a summary of special charges recognized for the years ended November 30 (in millions): 2019 2018 2017 Employee severance and related benefits $ 6.2 $ 2.0 $ 8.3 Other costs (1) 14.6 14.3 13.9 Total special charges $ 20.8 $ 16.3 $ 22.2 (1) Included in other costs for 2018 and 2017 are non-cash fixed asset impairment charges of $3.0 million and $0.5 million , respectively.
Special Charges Summary by Segment	The following is a summary of special charges by business segments for the years ended November 30 (in millions): 2019 2018 2017 Consumer segment $ 13.1 $ 10.0 $ 15.3 Flavor solutions segment 7.7 6.3 6.9 Total special charges $ 20.8 $ 16.3 $ 22.2

Goodwill And Intangible Assets

Goodwill And Intangible Assets (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
Goodwill And Intangible Assets [Abstract ]
Schedule Of Amortized And Non-Amortized Intangible Assets	The following table displays intangible assets as of November 30: 2019 2018 (millions) Gross carrying amount Accumulated amortization Gross carrying amount Accumulated amortization Definite-lived intangible assets $ 308.3 $ 104.3 $ 311.3 $ 84.9 Indefinite-lived intangible assets: Goodwill 4,505.2 — 4,527.9 — Brand names and trademarks 2,643.0 — 2,646.9 — 7,148.2 — 7,174.8 — Total goodwill and intangible assets $ 7,456.5 $ 104.3 $ 7,486.1 $ 84.9
Changes In The Carrying Amount Of Goodwill	The changes in the carrying amount of goodwill by segment for the years ended November 30 were as follows: 2019 2018 (millions) Consumer Flavor Solutions Consumer Flavor Solutions Beginning of year $ 3,398.9 $ 1,129.0 $ 3,385.4 $ 1,104.7 Changes in preliminary purchase price allocation — — 68.1 34.1 Foreign currency fluctuations (21.3 ) (1.4 ) (54.6 ) (9.8 ) End of year $ 3,377.6 $ 1,127.6 $ 3,398.9 $ 1,129.0 In 2018, we finalized our valuation of the acquired net assets of RB Foods, resulting in the allocation of $1,765.6 million and $882.9 million

Investments In Affiliates (Tabl

Investments In Affiliates (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
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) 2019 2018 2017 Net sales $ 863.0 $ 807.9 $ 775.4 Gross profit 316.2 290.5 278.5 Net income 90.5 78.9 75.5 Current assets $ 426.3 $ 342.1 $ 315.4 Noncurrent assets 134.0 129.9 127.6 Current liabilities 223.8 172.1 146.9 Noncurrent liabilities 9.2 10.0 13.6

Financing Arrangements (Tables)

Financing Arrangements (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
Financing Arrangements [Abstract]
Components Of Outstanding Debt	Our outstanding debt, including capital leases, was as follows at November 30: (millions) 2019 2018 Short-term borrowings Commercial paper $ 575.3 $ 509.9 Other 25.4 50.1 $ 600.7 $ 560.0 Weighted-average interest rate of short-term borrowings at year-end 2.5 % 2.9 % Long-term debt Term loan due 8/17/2020 (1) $ — $ 130.0 3.90% notes due 7/8/2021 (2) 250.0 250.0 2.70% notes due 8/15/2022 750.0 750.0 Term loan due 8/17/2022 (1) 250.0 556.3 3.50% notes due 8/19/2023 (3) 250.0 250.0 3.15% notes due 8/15/2024 700.0 700.0 3.25% notes due 11/15/2025 (4) 250.0 250.0 3.40% notes due 8/15/2027 (5) 750.0 750.0 4.20% notes due 8/15/2047 300.0 300.0 7.63%–8.12% notes due 2024 55.0 55.0 Other, including capital leases 171.6 180.5 Unamortized discounts, premiums, debt issuance costs and fair value adjustments (6) (3.1 ) (35.4 ) 3,723.5 4,136.4 Less current portion 97.7 83.5 $ 3,625.8 $ 4,052.9 (1) The term loans are prepayable in whole or in part. Also, the term loan due in 2022 requires quarterly principal payments of 2.5% of the initial principal amount. (2) Interest rate swaps, settled upon the issuance of these notes in 2011, effectively set the interest rate on the $250 million notes at a weighted-average fixed rate of 4.01% . (3) Interest rate swaps, settled upon the issuance of these notes in 2013, effectively set the interest rate on the $250 million notes at a weighted-average fixed rate of 3.30% . (4) Interest rate swaps, settled upon the issuance of these notes in 2015, effectively set the interest rate on the $250 million notes at a weighted-average fixed rate of 3.45% . The fixed interest rate on $100 million of the 3.25% notes due in 2025 is effectively converted to a variable rate by interest rate swaps through 2025. Net interest payments are based on 3-month LIBOR plus 1.22% during this period (our effective rate as of November 30, 2019 was 3.13% ). (5) Interest rate swaps, settled upon the issuance of these notes in 2017, effectively set the interest rate on the $750 million notes at a weighted-average fixed rate of 3.44% . The fixed interest rate on $250 million of the 3.40% notes due in 2027 is effectively converted to a variable rate by interest rate swaps through 2027. Net interest payments are based on 3-month LIBOR plus 0.685% during this period (our effective rate as of November 30, 2019 was
Maturities Of Long-Term Debt	Maturities of long-term debt, including capital leases, during the fiscal years subsequent to November 30, 2019 are as follows (in millions): 2020 $ 97.7 2021 341.1 2022 864.2 2023 257.8 2024 763.1 Thereafter 1,402.7
Rental Expense Under Operating Leases	Future annual fixed rental payments under operating leases for the years ended November 30 are as follows (in millions): 2020 $ 41.8 2021 35.7 2022 25.8 2023 16.0 2024 10.6 Thereafter 32.3

Financial Instruments (Tables)

Financial Instruments (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
Derivative [Line Items]
Schedule of Derivative Instruments, Effect on Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table Text Block]	Net investment hedges (millions) Gain (loss) Income statement location Gain (loss) Derivative 2019 2019 Cross currency contracts $ 1.1 Interest expense $ 5.4
Fair Values Of Derivative Instruments	The following tables disclose the notional amount and fair values of derivative instruments on our consolidated balance sheet: As of November 30, 2019: (millions) Asset Derivatives Liability Derivatives Derivatives Balance sheet location Notional amount Fair value Balance sheet location Notional amount Fair value Interest rate contracts Other current assets/Other long-term assets $ 350.0 $ 20.9 Other accrued liabilities $ — $ — Foreign exchange contracts Other current assets 293.1 3.3 Other accrued liabilities 196.1 3.6 Cross currency contracts Other current assets/Other long-term assets 495.5 3.2 Other long-term liabilities — — Total $ 27.4 $ 3.6 As of November 30, 2018: (millions) Asset Derivatives Liability Derivatives Derivatives Balance sheet location Notional amount Fair value Balance sheet location Notional amount Fair value Interest rate contracts Other current assets $ — $ — Other accrued liabilities $ 100.0 $ 6.4 Foreign exchange contracts Other current assets 199.5 4.4 Other accrued liabilities 295.4 6.4 Total $ 4.4 $ 12.8
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 consolidated income statement for the years ended November 30, 2019 , 2018 and 2017 : Fair value hedges (millions) Income statement location Income (expense) Derivative 2019 2018 2017 Interest rate contracts Interest expense $ — $ (0.1 ) $ 0.9 Income statement location Gain (loss) recognized in income Income statement location Gain (loss) recognized in income Derivative 2019 2018 2017 Hedged Item 2019 2018 2017 Foreign exchange contracts Other income, net $ 0.2 $ (2.9 ) $ 12.8 Intercompany loans Other income, net $ (0.9 ) $ 2.7 $ (14.1 ) Cash flow hedges (millions) Gain (loss) recognized in OCI Income statement location Gain (loss) reclassified from AOCI Derivative 2019 2018 2017 2019 2018 2017 Interest rate contracts $ — $ — $ (2.9 ) Interest expense $ 0.5 $ 0.5 $ (0.4 ) Foreign exchange contracts (0.2 ) 2.6 (7.3 ) Cost of goods sold 1.6 (3.3 ) 1.2 Total $ (0.2 ) $ 2.6 $ (10.2 ) $ 2.1 $ (2.8 ) $ 0.8
Carrying Amount And Fair Value Of Financial Instruments	The carrying amount and fair value of financial instruments as of November 30 were as follows: 2019 2018 (millions) Carrying amount Fair value Carrying amount Fair value Long-term investments $ 124.4 $ 124.4 $ 120.8 $ 120.8 Long-term debt (including current portion) 3,723.5 3,859.0 4,136.4 4,039.4 Derivatives related to: Interest rates (assets) 20.9 20.9 — — Interest rates (liabilities) — — 6.4 6.4 Foreign currency (assets) 3.3 3.3 4.4 4.4 Foreign currency (liabilities) 3.6 3.6 6.4 6.4 Cross currency (assets) 3.2 3.2 — —

Fair Value Measurements (Tables

Fair Value Measurements (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
Fair Value Disclosures [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 are as follows: Fair value measurements using fair value hierarchy as of November 30, 2019 (millions) Fair value Level 1 Level 2 Assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 155.4 $ 155.4 $ — Insurance contracts 121.7 — 121.7 Bonds and other long-term investments 2.7 2.7 — Interest rate derivatives 20.9 — 20.9 Foreign currency derivatives 3.3 — 3.3 Cross currency contracts 3.2 — 3.2 Total $ 307.2 $ 158.1 $ 149.1 Liabilities: Foreign currency derivatives 3.6 — 3.6 Total $ 3.6 $ — $ 3.6 Fair value measurements using fair value hierarchy as of November 30, 2018 (millions) Fair value Level 1 Level 2 Assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 96.6 $ 96.6 $ — Insurance contracts 118.0 — 118.0 Bonds and other long-term investments 2.8 2.8 — Foreign currency derivatives 4.4 — 4.4 Total $ 221.8 $ 99.4 $ 122.4 Liabilities: Interest rate derivatives $ 6.4 $ — $ 6.4 Foreign currency derivatives 6.4 — 6.4 Total $ 12.8 $ — $ 12.8

Accumulated Other Comprehensi_2

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Abstract]
Schedule of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)	he following table sets forth the components of accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of tax where applicable, as of November 30 (in millions): 2019 2018 Accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of tax where applicable Foreign currency translation adjustment (1) $ (266.5 ) $ (241.6 ) Unrealized loss on foreign currency exchange contracts — (1.1 ) Unamortized value of settled interest rate swaps 0.3 0.6 Pension and other postretirement costs (234.0 ) (117.8 ) $ (500.2 ) $ (359.9 )
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: (millions) Affected line items in the consolidated income statement Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) components 2019 2018 2017 (Gains)/losses on cash flow hedges: Interest rate derivatives $ (0.5 ) $ (0.5 ) $ 0.4 Interest expense Foreign exchange contracts (1.6 ) 3.3 (1.2 ) Cost of goods sold Total before taxes (2.1 ) 2.8 (0.8 ) Tax effect 0.4 (0.6 ) 0.2 Income taxes Net, after tax $ (1.7 ) $ 2.2 $ (0.6 ) Amortization of pension and postretirement benefit adjustments: Amortization of prior service (credits) costs (1) $ (8.0 ) $ (8.5 ) $ (1.6 ) Other income, net Amortization of net actuarial losses (1) 2.6 12.6 9.7 Other income, net Total before taxes (5.4 ) 4.1 8.1 Tax effect 1.2 (1.0 ) (2.8 ) Income taxes Net, after tax $ (4.2 ) $ 3.1 $ 5.3 (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 Retireme_2

Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
Retirement Benefits, Description [Abstract]
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 2019 2018 2019 2018 Discount rate—funded plan 3.4 % 4.7 % 2.2 % 3.3 % Discount rate—unfunded plan 3.3 % 4.6 % — — Salary scale — — 2.9 % 3.0-3.5% The significant assumptions used to determine pension expense for the years ended November 30 are as follows: United States International 2019 2018 2017 2019 2018 2017 Discount rate—funded plan 4.7 % 4.0 % 4.6 % 3.3 % 2.9 % 3.2 % Discount rate—unfunded plan 4.6 % 3.9 % 4.5 % — — — Salary scale — % 3.8 % 3.8 % 3.4 % 3.5 % 3.4 % Expected return on plan assets 7.0 % 7.3 % 7.3 % 5.5 % 5.6 % 5.5 %
Components Of Defined Benefit Plans	Our pension expense for the years ended November 30 was as follows: United States International (millions) 2019 2018 2017 2019 2018 2017 Service cost $ 2.1 $ 17.0 $ 14.8 $ 3.6 $ 4.3 $ 6.2 Interest costs 34.4 31.6 31.7 9.5 9.2 10.4 Expected return on plan assets (42.5 ) (43.4 ) (41.4 ) (16.4 ) (16.6 ) (15.3 ) Amortization of prior service costs 0.5 — — 0.2 0.1 0.7 Amortization of net actuarial loss 2.3 9.9 5.8 1.2 2.8 4.1 Settlement/curtailment loss — — — — 0.5 0.6 $ (3.2 ) $ 15.1 $ 10.9 $ (1.9 ) $ 0.3 $ 6.7 Our other postretirement benefit (income) expense for the years ended November 30 follows: (millions) 2019 2018 2017 Service cost $ 1.8 $ 2.0 $ 2.6 Interest costs 2.7 2.4 3.3 Amortization of prior service credits (8.7 ) (8.6 ) (2.3 ) Amortization of actuarial gains (0.9 ) (0.1 ) (0.2 ) Postretirement benefit (income) expense $ (5.1 ) $ (4.3 ) $ 3.4
Benefit Obligation, Fair Value Of Plan Assets And Reconciliation Of Defined Benefit Plans	A 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) 2019 2018 2019 2018 Change in benefit obligation: Benefit obligation at beginning of year $ 752.6 $ 813.7 $ 292.9 $ 341.5 Service cost 2.1 17.0 3.6 4.3 Interest costs 34.4 31.6 9.5 9.2 Employee contributions — — 0.8 0.7 Plan amendments — 5.2 (0.2 ) 3.4 Plan curtailments — — — (17.5 ) Actuarial (gain) loss 134.6 (76.2 ) 51.8 (20.2 ) Benefits paid (38.9 ) (36.3 ) (14.7 ) (13.2 ) Business combinations — (2.4 ) — — Expenses paid — — (0.3 ) (0.7 ) Foreign currency impact — — 2.2 (14.6 ) Benefit obligation at end of year $ 884.8 $ 752.6 $ 345.6 $ 292.9 Change in fair value of plan assets: Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year $ 640.4 $ 654.2 $ 306.5 $ 331.3 Actual return on plan assets 62.2 13.6 42.7 (0.7 ) Employer contributions 8.2 8.9 3.2 4.6 Employee contributions — — 0.8 0.7 Benefits paid (38.9 ) (36.3 ) (14.7 ) (13.2 ) Expenses paid — — (0.3 ) (0.7 ) Foreign currency impact — — 2.7 (15.5 ) Fair value of plan assets at end of year $ 671.9 $ 640.4 $ 340.9 $ 306.5 Funded status $ (212.9 ) $ (112.2 ) $ (4.7 ) $ 13.6 Pension plans in which accumulated benefit obligation exceeded plan assets Projected benefit obligation $ 884.8 $ 752.6 $ 103.9 $ 19.1 Accumulated benefit obligation 874.8 746.9 100.4 16.1 Fair value of plan assets 671.9 640.4 83.6 1.5 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) 2019 2018 Change in benefit obligation: Benefit obligation at beginning of year $ 62.9 $ 70.9 Service cost 1.8 2.0 Interest costs 2.7 2.4 Employee contributions 0.3 0.4 Plan amendments (0.4 ) — Other plan assumptions (1.0 ) (0.1 ) Discount rate change 7.6 (4.5 ) Actuarial (gain) loss (2.5 ) (3.0 ) Benefits paid (4.2 ) (5.2 ) Benefit obligation at end of year $ 67.2 $ 62.9 Change in fair value of plan assets: Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year $ — $ — Employer contributions 3.9 4.8 Employee contributions 0.3 0.4 Benefits paid (4.2 ) (5.2 ) Fair value of plan assets at end of year $ — $ — Other postretirement benefit liability $ 67.2 $ 62.9
Amounts Recorded In Balance Sheet, Defined Benefit Pension Plans	Amounts recorded in the balance sheet for all defined benefit pension plans as of November 30 consist of the following: United States International (millions) 2019 2018 2019 2018 Non-current pension asset $ — $ — $ 15.6 $ 31.2 Accrued pension liability 212.9 112.2 20.3 17.6 Deferred income tax assets 58.5 32.7 13.3 8.8 Accumulated other comprehensive loss 183.9 97.7 60.1 40.1
Allocations Of Pension Plan Assets	The allocations of U.S. pension plan assets as of November 30, by asset category, were as follows: Actual 2019 Asset Category 2019 2018 Target Equity securities 63.3 % 65.8 % 59.0 % Fixed income securities 21.5 % 20.5 % 23.2 % Other 15.2 % 13.7 % 17.8 % Total 100.0 % 100.0 % 100.0 % The allocations of the international pension plans’ assets as of November 30, by asset category, were as follows: Actual 2019 Asset Category 2019 2018 Target Equity securities 50.4 % 52.1 % 53.0 % Fixed income securities 48.9 % 47.8 % 47.0 % Other 0.7 % 0.1 % — % Total 100.0 % 100.0 % 100.0 %
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 for the United States and international plans: As of November 30, 2019 United States (millions) Total fair value Level 1 Level 2 Cash and cash equivalents $ 15.3 $ 15.3 $ — Equity securities: U.S. equity securities (a) 276.5 148.5 128.0 International equity securities (b) 145.5 134.2 11.3 Fixed income securities: U.S. government/corporate bonds (c) 51.2 49.1 2.1 High yield bonds (d) 40.1 — 40.1 International/government/corporate bonds (e) 26.8 26.8 — Insurance contracts (f) 1.1 — 1.1 Other types of investments: Real estate (g) 25.9 22.0 3.9 Natural resources (h) 12.0 — 12.0 Total $ 594.4 $ 395.9 $ 198.5 Investments measured at net asset value (i) Hedge funds (j) 49.3 Private equity funds (k) 3.2 Private debt funds (l) 25.0 Total investments $ 671.9 As of November 30, 2019 International (millions) Total fair value Level 1 Level 2 Cash and cash equivalents $ 2.5 $ 2.5 $ — International equity securities (b) 171.6 — 171.6 Fixed income securities: International/government/corporate bonds (e) 144.7 — 144.7 Insurance contracts (f) 22.1 — 22.1 Total investments $ 340.9 $ 2.5 $ 338.4 As of November 30, 2018 United States (millions) Total fair value Level 1 Level 2 Cash and cash equivalents $ 16.0 $ 16.0 $ — Equity securities: U.S. equity securities (a) 283.2 149.6 133.6 International equity securities (b) 132.7 126.1 6.6 Fixed income securities: U.S./government/ corporate bonds (c) 46.2 44.1 2.1 High yield bonds (d) 36.7 — 36.7 International/government/ corporate bonds (e) 27.4 27.4 — Insurance contracts (f) 1.1 — 1.1 Other types of investments: Real estate (g) 22.3 18.7 3.6 Natural resources (h) 12.6 — 12.6 Total $ 578.2 $ 381.9 $ 196.3 Investments measured at net asset value (i) Hedge funds (j) 36.7 Private equity funds (k) 5.6 Private debt funds (l) 19.9 Total investments $ 640.4 As of November 30, 2018 International (millions) Total fair value Level 1 Level 2 Cash and cash equivalents $ 2.0 $ 2.0 $ — International equity securities (b) 159.5 — 159.5 Fixed income securities: International/government/corporate bonds (e) 125.2 — 125.2 Insurance contracts (f) 19.8 — 19.8 Total investments $ 306.5 $ 2.0 $ 304.5 (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 funds investing in real estate investment trusts (REIT). An appropriate benchmark is the MSCI U.S. REIT Index. (h) This category comprises funds investing in natural resources. An appropriate benchmark is the Alerian master limited partnership (MLP) Index. (i) Certain investments that are valued using the net asset value per share (or its equivalent) as a practical expedient have not been classified in the fair value hierarchy. These are included to permit reconciliation of the fair value hierarchy to the aggregate pension plan assets. (j) This category comprises hedge funds investing in strategies represented in various HFRI Fund Indices. The net asset value is generally based on the valuation of the underlying investment. Limitations exist on the timing from notice by the plan of its intent to redeem and actual redemptions of these funds and generally range from a minimum of one month to several months. (k) This category comprises private equity, venture capital and limited partnerships. The net asset is based on valuation models of the underlying securities as determined by the general partner or general partner's designee. These valuation models include unobservable inputs that cannot be corroborated using verifiable observable market data. These funds typically have redemption periods of approximately 10 years. (l) This category comprises limited partnerships funds investing in senior loans, mezzanine and distressed debt. The net asset is based on valuation models of the underlying securities as determined by the general partner or general partner's designee. These valuation models include unobservable inputs that cannot be corroborated using verifiable observable market data. These funds typically have redemption periods of approximately 10 years.
Schedule of Expected Benefit Payments	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. and International plans for the next 10 fiscal years will be as follows: (millions) United States International 2020 $ 41.4 $ 14.1 2021 41.6 14.2 2022 43.1 14.4 2023 44.8 15.4 2024 46.7 15.3 2025-2029 243.8 77.3 Estimated future benefit payments (net of employee contributions) for the next 10 fiscal years are as follows: (millions) Retiree medical Retiree life insurance Total 2020 $ 3.7 $ 1.4 $ 5.1 2021 3.7 1.4 5.1 2022 3.7 1.4 5.1 2023 3.7 1.4 5.1 2024 3.7 1.4 5.1 2025-2029 18.0 6.5 24.5

Stock-Based Compensation (Table

Stock-Based Compensation (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
Share-based Compensation [Abstract]
Summary Of RSU Activity	A summary of our RSU activity for the years ended November 30 follows: (shares in thousands) 2019 2018 2017 Shares Weighted- average price Shares Weighted- average price Shares Weighted- average price Beginning of year 423 $ 103.05 267 $ 86.47 267 $ 80.08 Granted 129 143.23 278 112.72 131 94.63 Vested (159 ) 104.15 (113 ) 88.15 (118 ) 80.62 Forfeited (12 ) 113.55 (9 ) 96.53 (13 ) 90.85 Outstanding—end of year 381 $ 115.89 423 $ 103.05 267 $ 86.47
Assumptions Of Stock Compensation Plans	These fair values were computed using the following range of assumptions for the years ended November 30: 2019 2018 2017 Risk-free interest rates 2.2 - 2.5% 1.7 - 2.9% 0.9 - 2.4% Dividend yield 1.5 % 2.0 % 1.9 % Expected volatility 17.4 % 18.4% 18.7% Expected lives 7.5 years 7.6 years 7.6 years
Summary Of Stock Option Activity	A summary of our stock option activity for the years ended November 30 follows: (shares in millions) 2019 2018 2017 Shares Weighted- average exercise price Shares Weighted- average exercise price Shares Weighted- average exercise price Beginning of year 3.6 $ 82.60 4.8 $ 71.91 4.9 $ 66.00 Granted 0.3 147.39 0.4 105.95 0.6 98.07 Exercised (1.3 ) 71.08 (1.6 ) 55.28 (0.7 ) 50.63 Outstanding—end of year 2.6 96.18 3.6 82.60 4.8 71.91 Exercisable—end of year 1.9 $ 86.61 2.8 $ 76.54 3.8 $ 65.34
Summary Of Our Stock Options Outstanding And Exercisable	A summary of our stock options outstanding and exercisable at November 30, 2019 follows: (shares in millions) Options outstanding Options exercisable Range of exercise price Shares Weighted- average remaining life (yrs.) Weighted- average exercise price Shares Weighted- average remaining life (yrs.) Weighted- average exercise price $38.00 - $79.00 0.9 4.4 $ 71.40 0.9 4.4 $ 71.40 $79.01 - $103.00 1.0 6.8 99.04 0.9 6.7 99.22 $103.01 - $149.00 0.7 8.8 125.75 0.1 8.3 106.65 2.6 6.5 $ 96.18 1.9 5.7 $ 86.61
Schedule of Long-term Performance Plan Activity	A summary of the LTPP award activity for the years ended November 30 follows: (shares in thousands) 2019 2018 2017 Shares Weighted- average price Shares Weighted- average price Shares Weighted- Beginning of year 218 $ 83.55 220 $ 84.31 201 $ 78.10 Granted 68 150.51 86 101.90 78 89.96 Vested (57 ) 86.40 (60 ) 74.02 (43 ) 69.04 Performance adjustment (33 ) 89.96 (26 ) 86.40 (16 ) 74.02 Forfeited — — (2 ) 97.41 — — Outstanding—end of year 196 $ 115.96 218 $ 83.55 220 $ 84.31

Income Taxes (Tables)

Income Taxes (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Provision For Income Taxes	The provision for income taxes for the years ended November 30 consists of the following: (millions) 2019 2018 2017 Income taxes Current Federal $ 52.3 $ 92.9 $ 67.1 State 10.7 11.0 6.2 International 73.5 78.7 53.9 136.5 182.6 127.2 Deferred Federal 26.4 (340.3 ) 23.8 State 3.6 1.5 0.9 International (9.1 ) (1.1 ) (0.6 ) 20.9 (339.9 ) 24.1 Total income tax expense (benefit) $ 157.4 $ (157.3 ) $ 151.3
Components Of Income From Consolidated Operations Before Income Taxes	The components of income from consolidated operations before income taxes for the years ended November 30 follow: (millions) 2019 2018 2017 Pretax income United States $ 569.0 $ 492.2 $ 382.1 International 250.2 249.1 212.7 $ 819.2 $ 741.3 $ 594.8
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 for the years ended November 30 follows: 2019 2018 2017 Federal statutory tax rate 21.0 % 22.2 % 35.0 % State income taxes, net of federal benefits 1.6 1.5 0.8 International tax at different effective rates 1.6 0.4 (4.8 ) U.S. tax on remitted and unremitted earnings 0.5 0.6 0.4 Stock compensation expense (2.8 ) (2.9 ) (1.6 ) U.S. manufacturing deduction — (0.8 ) (1.8 ) Changes in prior year tax contingencies (0.3 ) (0.8 ) (2.1 ) Non-recurring benefit of U.S. Tax Act (0.2 ) (40.7 ) — Intra-entity asset transfer (1.8 ) — — Other, net (0.4 ) (0.7 ) (0.5 ) Total 19.2 % (21.2 )% 25.4 %
Schedule Of Deferred Tax Assets And Liabilities	Deferred tax assets and liabilities are comprised of the following as of November 30: (millions) 2019 2018 Deferred tax assets Employee benefit liabilities $ 103.3 $ 82.7 Other accrued liabilities 32.3 40.0 Inventory 7.5 8.0 Tax loss and credit carryforwards 46.8 57.2 Other 48.1 44.2 Valuation allowance (32.4 ) (32.9 ) 205.6 199.2 Deferred tax liabilities Depreciation 82.6 77.8 Intangible assets 770.5 782.8 Other 5.5 5.3 858.6 865.9 Net deferred tax liability $ (653.0 ) $ (666.7 )
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) 2019 2018 2017 Balance at beginning of year $ 27.9 $ 39.1 $ 58.3 Additions for current year tax positions 6.6 6.5 7.3 Additions for prior year tax positions 0.6 0.3 0.9 Reductions for prior year tax positions (0.3 ) (6.9 ) (8.4 ) Settlements — — (18.1 ) Statute expirations (2.5 ) (9.1 ) (2.1 ) Foreign currency translation (0.3 ) (2.0 ) 1.2 Balance at November 30 $ 32.0 $ 27.9 $ 39.1

Capital Stock, Earnings Per S_2

Capital Stock, Earnings Per Share And Stock Issuance (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
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) 2019 2018 2017 Average shares outstanding—basic 132.6 131.5 126.8 Effect of dilutive securities: Stock options/RSUs/LTPP 1.5 1.7 1.6 Average shares outstanding—diluted 134.1 133.2 128.4
Schedule Of Antidilutive Securities	he 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) 2019 2018 2017 Antidilutive securities 0.1 0.2 1.1

Business Segments And Geograp_2

Business Segments And Geographic Areas (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
Segment Reporting Information, Profit (Loss) [Abstract]
Schedule Of Segment Reporting Information	(millions) Consumer Flavor Solutions Total segments Corporate & other Total 2019 Net sales $ 3,269.8 $ 2,077.6 $ 5,347.4 $ — $ 5,347.4 Operating income excluding special charges 676.3 302.2 978.5 — 978.5 Income from unconsolidated operations 31.8 9.1 40.9 — 40.9 Assets — — 9,950.3 411.8 10,362.1 Capital expenditures — — 121.8 51.9 173.7 Depreciation and amortization — — 118.0 40.8 158.8 2018 Net sales $ 3,247.0 $ 2,055.8 $ 5,302.8 $ — $ 5,302.8 Operating income excluding special charges and transaction and integration expenses 637.1 292.8 929.9 — 929.9 Income from unconsolidated operations 29.5 5.3 34.8 — 34.8 Assets — — 10,015.8 240.6 10,256.4 Capital expenditures — — 126.3 42.8 169.1 Depreciation and amortization — — 115.0 35.7 150.7 2017 Net sales $ 2,901.6 $ 1,828.7 $ 4,730.3 $ — $ 4,730.3 Operating income excluding special charges and transaction and integration expenses 562.4 221.3 783.7 — 783.7 Income from unconsolidated operations 28.9 5.0 33.9 — 33.9 Assets — — 10,036.7 349.1 10,385.8 Capital expenditures — — 153.6 28.8 182.4 Depreciation and amortization — — 99.8 25.4 125.2
Reconciliation of Operating Profit (Loss) from Segments to Consolidated [Table Text Block]	A reconciliation of operating income excluding special charges and, for 2018 and 2017, transaction and integration expenses, to operating income for 2019, 2018 and 2017 is as follows: (millions) Consumer Flavor Solutions Total 2019 Operating income excluding special charges $ 676.3 $ 302.2 $ 978.5 Less: Special charges 13.1 7.7 20.8 Operating income $ 663.2 $ 294.5 $ 957.7 2018 Operating income excluding special charges and transaction and integration expenses $ 637.1 $ 292.8 $ 929.9 Less: Special charges 10.0 6.3 16.3 Less: Transaction and integration expenses 15.0 7.5 22.5 Operating income $ 612.1 $ 279.0 $ 891.1 2017 Operating income excluding special charges and transaction and integration expenses $ 562.4 $ 221.3 $ 783.7 Less: Special charges 15.3 6.9 22.2 Less: Transaction and integration expenses included in cost of goods sold 13.6 7.3 20.9 Less: Other transaction and integration expenses 27.1 13.7 40.8 Operating income $ 506.4 $ 193.4 $ 699.8
Net Sales And Long-Lived Assets Geographic Areas	We have net sales and long-lived assets in the following geographic areas: (millions) United States EMEA Other countries Total 2019 Net sales $ 3,226.3 $ 986.1 $ 1,135.0 $ 5,347.4 Long-lived assets 6,397.0 1,032.4 875.4 8,304.8 2018 Net sales $ 3,145.0 $ 1,021.1 $ 1,136.7 $ 5,302.8 Long-lived assets 6,411.0 1,057.1 874.6 8,342.7 2017 Net sales $ 2,748.7 $ 948.9 $ 1,032.7 $ 4,730.3 Long-lived assets 6,329.1 1,125.3 881.2 8,335.6

Supplemental Financial Statem_2

Supplemental Financial Statement Data (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
Supplemental Financial Statement Data [Abstract]
Supplemental Income Statement, Balance Sheet And Cash Flow Information	Supplemental consolidated information with respect to our income statement, balance sheet and cash flow follow: For the year ended November 30 (millions) 2019 2018 2017 Other income, net Pension and other postretirement benefit income $ 17.7 12.2 2.6 Interest income 10.1 7.1 5.7 Other (1.1 ) 5.5 (2.2 ) $ 26.7 $ 24.8 $ 6.1 At November 30 (millions) 2019 2018 Inventories Finished products $ 413.3 $ 406.1 Raw materials and work-in-process 387.9 380.2 $ 801.2 $ 786.3 Prepaid expenses $ 36.0 $ 27.2 Other current assets 54.7 51.7 $ 90.7 $ 78.9 Property, plant and equipment Land and improvements $ 67.5 $ 62.6 Buildings (including capital lease) 658.5 626.2 Machinery, equipment and other 1,007.8 947.5 Construction-in-progress 85.8 105.1 Accumulated depreciation (867.0 ) (799.9 ) $ 952.6 $ 941.5 Other long-term assets Investments in affiliates $ 186.0 $ 167.2 Long-term investments 124.4 120.8 Software, net of accumulated amortization $275.0 for 2019 and $281.5 for 2018 76.4 43.6 Other 120.3 102.2 $ 507.1 $ 433.8 Other accrued liabilities Payroll and employee benefits $ 184.9 $ 176.5 Sales allowances 137.2 142.1 Other 287.0 329.6 $ 609.1 $ 648.2 Other long-term liabilities Pension $ 226.9 $ 123.1 Postretirement benefits 62.7 58.5 Unrecognized tax benefits 37.6 31.0 Other 100.4 100.5 $ 427.6 $ 313.1 For the year ended November 30 (millions) 2019 2018 2017 Depreciation $ 113.6 $ 104.8 $ 85.2 Software amortization 13.7 14.0 14.5 Interest paid 169.8 179.8 72.1 Income taxes paid 137.2 154.6 155.6

Selected Quarterly Data (Tables

Selected Quarterly Data (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019
Quarterly Financial Information Disclosure [Abstract]
Scheduled Of Quarterly Financial Information	(millions except per share data) First Second Third Fourth 2019 Net sales $ 1,231.5 $ 1,301.9 $ 1,329.2 $ 1,484.8 Gross profit 466.9 508.5 539.9 630.0 Operating income 196.9 208.1 253.5 299.2 Net income 148.0 149.4 191.9 213.4 Basic earnings per share 1.12 1.13 1.45 1.60 Diluted earnings per share 1.11 1.12 1.43 1.59 Dividends paid per share— Common Stock and Common Stock Non-Voting 0.57 0.57 0.57 0.57 Dividends declared per share— Common Stock and Common Stock Non-Voting — 0.57 0.57 1.19 2018 Net sales $ 1,215.4 $ 1,301.3 $ 1,318.2 $ 1,467.9 Gross profit 460.4 505.4 522.5 605.0 Operating income 181.1 188.6 229.9 291.5 Net income 422.6 123.3 173.5 214.0 Basic earnings per share 3.22 0.94 1.32 1.62 Diluted earnings per share 3.18 0.93 1.30 1.60 Dividends paid per share— Common Stock and Common Stock Non-Voting 0.52 0.52 0.52 0.52 Dividends declared per share— Common Stock and Common Stock Non-Voting — 0.52 0.52 1.09 Operating income for the first quarter of 2019 included $2.1 million of special charges, with an after-tax impact of $1.6 million and a per share impact of $0.01 for both basic and diluted earnings per share. Operating income for the second quarter of 2019 included $7.1 million of special charges, with an after-tax impact of $5.4 million and a per share impact of $0.04 for both basic and diluted earnings per share. Operating income for the third quarter of 2019 included $7.7 million of special charges, with an after-tax impact of $6.1 million and a per share impact of $0.04 for both basic and diluted earnings per share. Net income for the third quarter of 2019 included $1.5 million of non-recurring income tax expense related to enactment of the U.S. Tax Act, with a per share impact of $0.01 for both basic and diluted earnings per share. Operating income for the fourth quarter of 2019 included $3.9 million of special charges, with an after-tax impact of $3.0 million and a per share impact of $0.02 for both basic and diluted earnings per share. Operating income for the first quarter of 2018 included $2.2 million of special charges, with an after-tax impact of $1.6 million and a per share impact of $0.01 for both basic and diluted earnings per share. Operating income for the first quarter of 2018 included $8.7 million of transaction and integration expenses, with an after-tax impact of $6.9 million and a per share impact of $0.05 for both basic and diluted earnings per share. Net income for the first quarter of 2018 included $297.9 million of non-recurring income tax benefit related to enactment of the U.S. Tax Act, with a per share impact of $2.27 and $2.24 for basic and diluted earnings per share, respectively. Operating income for the second quarter of 2018 included $8.4 million of special charges, with an after-tax impact of $6.5 million and a per share impact of $0.05 for both basic and diluted earnings per share. Operating income for the second quarter of 2018 included $7.8 million of transaction and integration expenses, with an after-tax impact of $6.1 million and a per share impact of $0.05 and $0.04 for basic and diluted earnings per share, respectively. Operating income for the third quarter of 2018 included $3.3 million of special charges, with an after-tax impact of $2.5 million and a per share impact of $0.02 for both basic and diluted earnings per share. Operating income for the third quarter of 2018 included $5.6 million of transaction and integration expenses, with an after-tax impact of $4.3 million and a per share impact of $0.04 for both basic and diluted earnings per share. Net income for the third quarter of 2018 included $10.3 million of non-recurring income tax benefit related to enactment of the U.S. Tax Act, with a per share impact of $0.08 for both basic and diluted earnings per share. Operating income for the fourth quarter of 2018 included $2.4 million of special charges, with an after-tax impact of $1.9 million and a per share impact of $0.02 for both basic and diluted earnings per share. Operating income for the fourth quarter of 2018 included $0.4 million of transaction and integration expenses, with an after-tax impact of $0.3 million . Net income for the fourth quarter of 2018 included $6.7 million of non-recurring income tax expense related to enactment of the U.S. Tax Act, with a per share impact of $0.05 for both basic and diluted earnings per share. See notes 2 and 3 for details with respect to the transaction and integration expenses and actions undertaken in connection with these special charges, respectively. See note 12 for details regarding the non-recurring income tax benefits related to enactment of the U.S. Tax Act. 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 Accoun_4

Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Aug. 31, 2019	May 31, 2019	Feb. 28, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Aug. 31, 2018	May 31, 2018	Feb. 28, 2018	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Sales allowances	$ 137.2				$ 142.1				$ 137.2	$ 142.1
Operating Lease, Right-of-Use Asset	135								$ 135
Useful life									10 years
Capitalized software	76.4				43.6				$ 76.4	43.6
Research and development expense									67.3	69.4	$ 66.1
Marketing and Advertising Expense									214.6	218.7	172.5
Advertising expense									150.8	147.2	117.8
Revenues	1,484.8	$ 1,329.2	$ 1,301.9	$ 1,231.5	1,467.9	$ 1,318.2	$ 1,301.3	$ 1,215.4	5,347.4	5,302.8	4,730.3
Cost of Goods and Services Sold									3,202.1	3,209.5	2,936.3
Selling, general and administrative expense									1,166.8	1,163.4	1,031.2
Operating income	299.2	253.5	208.1	196.9	291.5	229.9	188.6	181.1	957.7	891.1	699.8
Other income, net									26.7	24.8	6.1
Operating Lease, Liability	140								140
Gross profit	630	$ 539.9	$ 508.5	$ 466.9	605	$ 522.5	$ 505.4	$ 460.4	$ 2,145.3	2,093.3	1,794
Minimum [Member] | Headquarters building [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]
Useful life									3 years
Maximum [Member] | Headquarters building [Member]
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Estimated useful lives (in years)									50 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]
Useful life									13 years
Accounting Standards Update 2016-16 [Member]
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Tax Credit, Amount									$ (15.2)
Accounting Standards Update 2017-07 [Member]
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Other income, net									17.7	12.2	2.6
Construction in Progress [Member]
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Capitalized software	$ 44.9				$ 9.3				44.9	9.3
Americas [Member]
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Revenues									3,711.3	3,627.5	3,179.6
EMEA [Member]
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Revenues									986.1	1,021.1	948.9
Asia Pacific [Member]
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Revenues									$ 650	654.2	601.8
Previously Reported [Member]
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Revenues										5,408.9	4,834.1
Cost of Goods and Services Sold										3,037.3	2,823.9
Selling, general and administrative expense										1,429.5	1,244.8
Operating income										903.3	702.4
Other income, net										12.6	3.5
Gross profit										2,371.6	2,010.2
Restatement Adjustment [Member] | Accounting Standards Update 2014-09 [Member]
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Revenues										(106.1)	(103.8)
Cost of Goods and Services Sold										169.5	111
Selling, general and administrative expense										(275.6)	(214.8)
Operating income										0	0
Other income, net										0	0
Gross profit										(275.6)	(214.8)
Restatement Adjustment [Member] | Accounting Standards Update 2017-09 [Member]
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Revenues										0	0
Cost of Goods and Services Sold										2.7	1.4
Selling, general and administrative expense										9.5	1.2
Operating income										(12.2)	(2.6)
Other income, net										12.2	2.6
Gross profit										$ (2.7)	$ (1.4)

Acquisitions Acquisitions (Narr

Acquisitions Acquisitions (Narrative) (Details) shares in Thousands, € in Millions, $ in Millions	Aug. 17, 2017shares	Nov. 30, 2018USD ($)	Aug. 31, 2018USD ($)	May 31, 2018USD ($)	Feb. 28, 2018USD ($)	Nov. 30, 2011USD ($)	Nov. 30, 2019USD ($)	Nov. 30, 2018USD ($)	Nov. 30, 2017USD ($)	Nov. 30, 2017EUR (€)	Aug. 17, 2017USD ($)	Nov. 30, 2018USD ($)
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Useful life							10 years
Goodwill		$ 4,527.9					$ 4,505.2	$ 4,527.9				$ 4,527.9
Other debt costs							0	0	$ 15.4
Total		$ 0.4	$ 5.6	$ 7.8	$ 8.7
Intangible asset amortization expense							20.3	20.6	16.3
Purchase of minority interest							0	13	1.2
Payments of contingent consideration							$ 0	2.5	19.7
Reckitt Benckiser's Food Division [Member]
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Working capital adjustments								4.2
Net sales											$ 570
Transaction expenses included in cost of goods sold									20.9
Business Combination, Separately Recognized Transactions, Expenses and Losses Recognized								0.3	23.2			59.8
Business Combination, Integration Related Costs								22.2	17.6			39.8
Other debt costs									15.4
Revenue from acquisition									190.1
Total								22.5	77.1			$ 99.6
Earnings or loss of acquiree since acquisition date, actual									42
Payments to acquire businesses, net of cash acquired								$ 4,210
Cash acquired from acquisition									$ 24.3
Reckitt Benckiser's Food Division [Member] | Common Class A [Member]
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Equity issued to fund acquisition (in shares) | shares	6,350
Shanghai [Member]
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Ownership interest		10.00%						10.00%				10.00%
Buyout of minority interest								$ 12.4
Purchase of minority interest								12.7
Kohinoor Specialty Foods [Member]
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Ownership interest									15.00%	15.00%
Buyout of minority interest									$ 0.6
Payments to acquire businesses, net of cash acquired									1.5
Purchase of minority interest								$ 0.3	1.2
Consideration transferred						$ 113
Giotti [Member]
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Net sales | €										€ 53
Payments to acquire businesses, net of cash acquired									123.8
Cash acquired from acquisition									$ 1.2

Acquisitions (Fair Value of Acq

Acquisitions (Fair Value of Acquisition and Costs Incurred) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended				12 Months Ended		24 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2018	Aug. 31, 2018	May 31, 2018	Feb. 28, 2018	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2019
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Net [Abstract]
Goodwill	$ 4,527.9				$ 4,527.9		$ 4,527.9	$ 4,505.2
Business Combination, Separately Recognized Transactions [Abstract]
Total	$ 0.4	$ 5.6	$ 7.8	$ 8.7
Reckitt Benckiser's Food Division [Member]
Business Combination, Separately Recognized Transactions [Abstract]
Transaction expenses included in cost of goods sold						$ 20.9
Transaction expenses included in other debt costs						15.4
Business Combination, Separately Recognized Transactions, Expenses and Losses Recognized					0.3	23.2	59.8
Business Combination, Integration Related Costs					22.2	17.6	39.8
Total					$ 22.5	$ 77.1	$ 99.6

Acquisitions (Unaudited Proform

Acquisitions (Unaudited Proforma Combined Historical Results) (Details) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Aug. 17, 2017USD ($)
Reckitt Benckiser's Food Division [Member]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Net sales	$ 570

Special Charges Special Charg_3

Special Charges Special Charges (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Aug. 31, 2019	May 31, 2019	Feb. 28, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Aug. 31, 2018	May 31, 2018	Feb. 28, 2018	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges	$ 3.9	$ 7.7	$ 7.1	$ 2.1	$ 2.4	$ 3.3	$ 8.4	$ 2.2	$ 20.8	$ 16.3	$ 22.2
Special charges impairment										(3)	(0.5)
Special charges cash paid										(12.3)
Americas [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges									2.3
Employee Severance Charges [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges									6.2	2	8.3
Other exit costs [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges									14.6	14.3	13.9
total special charges [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges									20.8	16.3	22.2
Special charges cash paid									(16.8)
GE_Project [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Business Exit Costs									10.6	7.5
GE Employee Severance Special Charges									2.1	1
Other Restructuring Costs									1.4
EMEA [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges									3.9
Consumer [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges									13.1	10	15.3
Consumer [Member] | total special charges [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges									13.1	10	15.3
Flavor Solutions [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges									7.7	6.3	6.9
Flavor Solutions [Member] | total special charges [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges									7.7	6.3	6.9
EMEA [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges											2.5
Asia Pacific [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges										1.6	1.7
Global [Member] | Other exit costs [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges impairment										(3)
Global [Member] | GE_Project [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges									14.1	11.5	12.7
United States
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges										2.2
CHINA
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges										1	$ 2.8
Minimum [Member] | GE_Project [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges									60
Maximum [Member] | GE_Project [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Special charges									65
Brand Names [Member]
Special Charges [Line Items]
Indefinite-lived intangible assets	$ 2,643				$ 2,646.9				$ 2,643	$ 2,646.9

Goodwill And Intangible Asset_2

Goodwill And Intangible Assets (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
Goodwill [Line Items]
Goodwill	$ 4,505.2	$ 4,527.9
Intangible asset amortization expense	$ 20.3	20.6	$ 16.3
Amortizable intangible assets average remaining life, in years	10 years
Consumer Segment [Member]
Goodwill [Line Items]
Goodwill	$ 3,377.6	3,398.9	3,385.4
Flavor Solutions Segment [Member]
Goodwill [Line Items]
Goodwill	$ 1,127.6	1,129	$ 1,104.7
Reckitt Benckiser's Food Division [Member] | Consumer Segment [Member]
Goodwill [Line Items]
Goodwill		1,765.6
Reckitt Benckiser's Food Division [Member] | Flavor Solutions Segment [Member]
Goodwill [Line Items]
Goodwill		$ 882.9

Goodwill And Intangible Asset_3

Goodwill And Intangible Assets (Schedule Of Amortized And Non-Amortized Intangible Assets) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
Finite Lived and Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Finite-lived intangible assets, Gross carrying amount	$ 308.3	$ 311.3
Finite-lived intangible assets, Accumulated amortization	104.3	84.9
Goodwill	4,505.2	4,527.9
Indefinite-lived intangible assets, total	7,148.2	7,174.8
Total goodwill and intangible assets, Gross carrying amount	7,456.5	7,486.1
Total goodwill and intangible assets, Accumulated amortization	104.3	84.9
Goodwill [Member]
Finite Lived and Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Goodwill	4,505.2	4,527.9
Brand Names [Member]
Finite Lived and Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Indefinite-lived intangible assets	2,643	2,646.9
Consumer Segment [Member]
Finite Lived and Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Goodwill	3,377.6	3,398.9	$ 3,385.4
Consumer Segment [Member] | Reckitt Benckiser's Food Division [Member]
Finite Lived and Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Goodwill		1,765.6
Flavor Solutions Segment [Member]
Finite Lived and Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Goodwill	$ 1,127.6	1,129	$ 1,104.7
Flavor Solutions Segment [Member] | Reckitt Benckiser's Food Division [Member]
Finite Lived and Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Goodwill		$ 882.9

Goodwill And Intangible Asset_4

Goodwill And Intangible Assets (Changes In The Carrying Amount Of Goodwill) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018
Goodwill [Roll Forward]
Beginning of year	$ 4,527.9
End of year	4,505.2	$ 4,527.9
Consumer Segment [Member]
Goodwill [Roll Forward]
Beginning of year	3,398.9	3,385.4
Changes in preliminary purchase price allocation	0	68.1
Foreign currency fluctuations	(21.3)	(54.6)
End of year	3,377.6	3,398.9
Flavor Solutions Segment [Member]
Goodwill [Roll Forward]
Beginning of year	1,129	1,104.7
Changes in preliminary purchase price allocation	0	34.1
Foreign currency fluctuations	(1.4)	(9.8)
End of year	$ 1,127.6	$ 1,129

Investments In Affiliates (Narr

Investments In Affiliates (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
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	$ 150.6
Royalty Income, Nonoperating	$ 19	$ 18.5	$ 17.5
Percent of income from unconsolidated operations from joint ventures	72.00%	76.00%	74.00%

Investments In Affiliates (Summ

Investments In Affiliates (Summarized Annual And Year-End Information Of Unconsolidated Affiliates) (Details) - Unconsolidated Affiliates [Member] - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
Investments in and Advances to Affiliates [Line Items]
Net sales	$ 863	$ 807.9	$ 775.4
Gross profit	316.2	290.5	278.5
Net income	90.5	78.9	75.5
Current assets	426.3	342.1	315.4
Noncurrent assets	134	129.9	127.6
Current liabilities	223.8	172.1	146.9
Noncurrent liabilities	$ 9.2	$ 10	$ 13.6

Financing Arrangements (Compone

Financing Arrangements (Components Of Outstanding Debt) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Aug. 17, 2017
Schedule of Short Term and Long Term Debt [Line Items]
Commercial paper	$ 575.3	$ 509.9
Other	25.4	50.1
Short-term borrowings, total	$ 600.7	$ 560
Weighted-average interest rate of short-term borrowings at year-end	2.50%	2.90%
Other	$ 171.6	$ 180.5
Debt Instrument, Unamortized Discount (Premium) and Debt Issuance Costs, Net	(3.1)	(35.4)
Long-term debt	3,723.5	4,136.4
Less current portion	(97.7)	(83.5)
Long-term debt, excluding current maturities	3,625.8	4,052.9
Debt Instrument, Unamortized Discount	23.6	29
Interest Rate Derivatives, at Fair Value, Net	$ 20.5	(6.4)
Notes Payable, Other Payables [Member] | 5.75% Notes Due 2017 [Member]
Schedule of Short Term and Long Term Debt [Line Items]
Notes outstanding		$ 250
Stated Note interest rate	5.75%	5.75%
Notes Payable, Other Payables [Member] | 3.90% Notes Due 2021 [Member]
Schedule of Short Term and Long Term Debt [Line Items]
Notes outstanding	$ 250	$ 250
Stated Note interest rate	3.90%
Notes Payable, Other Payables [Member] | Two Point Seven Zero Notes Due Two Thousand Twenty Two [Member]
Schedule of Short Term and Long Term Debt [Line Items]
Notes outstanding	$ 750	750
Stated Note interest rate	2.70%
Notes Payable, Other Payables [Member] | 3.50% Notes Due 2023 [Member]
Schedule of Short Term and Long Term Debt [Line Items]
Notes outstanding	$ 250	250
Stated Note interest rate	3.50%
Notes Payable, Other Payables [Member] | Three Point One Five Notes Due On Two Thousand Twenty Four [Member]
Schedule of Short Term and Long Term Debt [Line Items]
Notes outstanding	$ 700	700
Stated Note interest rate	3.15%
Notes Payable, Other Payables [Member] | 3.25% Notes Due 2025 [Member]
Schedule of Short Term and Long Term Debt [Line Items]
Notes outstanding	$ 250	250
Weighted average fixed rate	3.45%
Stated Note interest rate	3.25%
Debt Instrument Basis Spread Increase On Variable Rate	1.22%
Debt Instrument, effective interest rate	3.13%
Notes Payable, Other Payables [Member] | Three Point Four Zero Notes Due Two Thousand Twenty Seven [Member]
Schedule of Short Term and Long Term Debt [Line Items]
Notes outstanding	$ 750	750
Weighted average fixed rate	3.44%
Stated Note interest rate	3.40%
Debt Instrument Basis Spread Increase On Variable Rate	0.685%
Debt Instrument, effective interest rate	2.59%
Notes Payable, Other Payables [Member] | Four Point Two Zero Notes Due Two Thousand Forty Seven [Member]
Schedule of Short Term and Long Term Debt [Line Items]
Notes outstanding	$ 300	300
Stated Note interest rate	4.20%
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
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] | August 2013 [Member]
Schedule of Short Term and Long Term Debt [Line Items]
Notes outstanding	$ 250
Weighted average fixed rate	3.30%
Notes Payable, Other Payables [Member] | Interest Rate Swap [Member] | Three Point Four Zero Notes Due Two Thousand Twenty Seven [Member]
Schedule of Short Term and Long Term Debt [Line Items]
Notes outstanding	$ 250
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
Bridge Loan [Member]
Schedule of Short Term and Long Term Debt [Line Items]
Quarterly installment payments, percentage	2.50%
Bridge Loan [Member] | Term Loan Due Two Thousand Twenty [Member]
Schedule of Short Term and Long Term Debt [Line Items]
Long-term debt	$ 0	130
Bridge Loan [Member] | Term Loan Due Two Thousand Twenty Two [Member]
Schedule of Short Term and Long Term Debt [Line Items]
Long-term debt	$ 250	$ 556.3	$ 750
Stated Note interest rate			2.70%
Minimum [Member] | Notes Payable, Other Payables [Member] | 7.63%-8.12% Notes Due 2024 [Member]
Schedule of Short Term and Long Term Debt [Line Items]
Stated Note interest rate	7.63%
Maximum [Member] | Notes Payable, Other Payables [Member] | 7.63%-8.12% Notes Due 2024 [Member]
Schedule of Short Term and Long Term Debt [Line Items]
Stated Note interest rate	8.12%

Financing Arrangements (Narrati

Financing Arrangements (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Aug. 17, 2017	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Other debt costs		$ 0	$ 0	$ 15.4
Long-term debt		3,723.5	4,136.4
Proceeds from issuance of debt				1,498.3
Proceeds from issuance of senior long-term debt				2,479.3
Net proceeds from issuance of notes		0	25.9	3,989.6
Rental expense under operating leases		48.1	58.5	46.5
Guarantees outstanding		0.6
Letter Of Credit [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Total unused capacity		13.8
Outstanding letters of credit		$ 32.2	7.3
Notes Payable, Other Payables [Member] | 5.75% Notes Due 2017 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Notes outstanding			$ 250
Stated Note interest rate		5.75%	5.75%
Notes Payable, Other Payables [Member] | 3.25% Notes Due 2025 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Debt Instrument, effective interest rate		3.13%
Notes outstanding		$ 250	$ 250
Stated Note interest rate		3.25%
Weighted average fixed rate		3.45%
Notes Payable, Other Payables [Member] | August 2013 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Notes outstanding		$ 250
Weighted average fixed rate		3.30%
Line of Credit [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Credit facility		$ 424.7
Maximum borrowing capacity		261.5
Total unused capacity		205.1
Committed credit facilities, fee		1.3
Commercial Paper Program [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Credit facility		$ 575.3
Bridge Loan [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Quarterly installment payments, percentage		2.50%
Bridge Loan [Member] | Term Loan Due Two Thousand Forty Seven [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term debt	$ 300
Stated Note interest rate	4.20%
Bridge Loan [Member] | Term Loan Due Two Thousand Twenty Two [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term debt	$ 750	$ 250	556.3
Annual principal payment		$ 306.3	175
Stated Note interest rate	2.70%
Debt instrument, term	5 years
Bridge Loan [Member] | Twenty Seventeen Term Loan One [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term debt	$ 750
Bridge Loan [Member] | Twenty Seventeen Term Loan Two [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Basis spread on variable rate		1.25%
Bridge Loan [Member] | Term Loan Due Two Thousand Twenty [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term debt		$ 0	130
Annual principal payment		130	370
Debt instrument, term	3 years
Bridge Loan [Member] | Term Loan Due Two Thousand Twenty Four [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term debt	$ 700
Stated Note interest rate	3.15%
Bridge Loan [Member] | Term Loan Due Two Thousand Twenty Seven [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term debt	$ 750
Stated Note interest rate	3.40%
Senior Notes [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Notes outstanding	$ 2,500
Headquarters building [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Rental expense under operating leases		0.9
Capital Leases, Balance Sheet, Assets by Major Class, Net		124.7	133.4
Amortization		137.7	138.6
Capital Lease Obligations, Current		6.8
Long-term Debt and Capital Lease Obligations		130.9
Capital Leases, Income Statement, Amortization Expense		8.7	5.2
Interest Rate Swap [Member] | Notes Payable, Other Payables [Member] | 5.20% Notes Due 2015 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Notes outstanding		100
Reckitt Benckiser's Food Division [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Payments to acquire businesses, net of cash acquired			$ 4,210
Other debt costs				$ 15.4
Minimum [Member] | Bridge Loan [Member] | Term Loan Due Two Thousand Twenty Two [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Annual principal payment		$ 75
Maximum [Member] | Bridge Loan [Member] | Twenty Seventeen Term Loan Two [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Basis spread on variable rate		1.75%
Revolving Credit Facility [Member] | Credit Facility Expiring August 2022 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Credit facility		$ 1,000
Basis spread on variable rate		1.25%
Debt instrument, term		5 years
Revolving Credit Facility [Member] | Maximum [Member] | Credit Facility Expiring August 2022 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Basis spread on variable rate		1.75%

Financing Arrangements (Maturit

Financing Arrangements (Maturities Of Long-Term Debt) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018
Financing Arrangements [Abstract]
2020	$ 97.7	$ 83.5
2021	341.1
2022	864.2
2023	257.8
2024	763.1
Thereafter	$ 1,402.7

Financing Arrangements (Rental

Financing Arrangements (Rental Expense Under Operating Leases) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
2020	$ 41.8
2021	35.7
2022	25.8
2023	16
2024	10.6
Thereafter	32.3
Rental expense under operating leases	48.1	$ 58.5	$ 46.5
Headquarters building [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Rental expense under operating leases	$ 0.9

Financial Instruments (Narrativ

Financial Instruments (Narrative) (Details)	1 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2015	Nov. 30, 2019USD ($)	Nov. 30, 2018USD ($)	Nov. 30, 2017USD ($)	Nov. 30, 2019EUR (€)	Nov. 30, 2019GBP (£)	Nov. 30, 2016USD ($)
Derivative [Line Items]
Long-term debt		$ 3,723,500,000	$ 4,136,400,000
Increase (Decrease) in Financial Instruments Used in Operating Activities		0	0	$ 2,900,000
Other comprehensive income (loss) expected to be reclassified in income in next 12 months		200,000
Fair Value, Concentration of Risk, Accounts Receivable		0.10
Derivative Asset, Fair Value, Gross Asset		27,400,000	4,400,000
Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Foreign currency to purchase or sell		$ 489,200,000	$ 494,900,000
Maximum time frame for short-term foreign exchange contracts		12 months
Derivative, Notional Amount		$ 151,300,000
Interest Rate Swap [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative, Notional Amount							$ 100,000,000
Interest on interest rate swap contracts				3.25%			3.25%
Derivative Instrument Basis Spread Increase On Variable Rate	1.22%
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
3.25% Notes Due 2025 [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Medium-term notes due							$ 250,000,000
Three Point Four Zero Notes Due Two Thousand Twenty Seven [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Stated Note interest rate		3.40%			3.40%	3.40%
Three Point Four Zero Notes Due Two Thousand Twenty Seven [Member] | Interest Rate Swap II [Member] | Treasury Lock [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative, Notional Amount		$ 250,000,000
Interest on interest rate swap contracts		3.40%			3.40%	3.40%
Derivative, Basis Spread on Variable Rate		0.685%			0.685%	0.685%
Three Point Four Zero Notes Due Two Thousand Twenty Seven [Member] | Interest Rate Swap [Member] | Treasury Lock [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative, Notional Amount		$ 250,000,000
Notes Payable		$ 750,000,000
Notes Payable, Other Payables [Member] | 3.25% Notes Due 2025 [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Stated Note interest rate		3.25%			3.25%	3.25%
Fair Value Hedges [Member] | Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative, Notional Amount		$ 357,500,000	$ 402,000,000
Fair Value Hedges [Member] | Other Income [Member] | Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Foreign Currency Transaction Gain (Loss), Realized		(200,000)	2,900,000	$ (12,800,000)
Fair Value Hedges [Member] | Other Income [Member] | Loans Payable [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Foreign Currency Transaction Gain (Loss), Realized		900,000	(2,700,000)	$ 14,100,000
Net Investment Hedging [Member] | Cross Currency Interest Rate Contract I [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative, Notional Amount		250,000,000
Derivative Asset, Fair Value, Gross Asset		250,000,000
Derivative, Collateral, Obligation to Return Cash | £						£ 194,100,000
Net Investment Hedging [Member] | Cross Currency Interest Rate Contract II [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative, Notional Amount | £						194,100,000
Derivative Asset, Fair Value, Gross Asset | £						£ 194,100,000
Derivative, Collateral, Obligation to Return Cash | €					€ 221,800,000
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Long-term debt		3,437,500,000	3,172,700,000
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Long-term debt		$ 421,500,000	$ 866,700,000
United States LIBOR [Member] | Net Investment Hedging [Member] | Cross Currency Interest Rate Contract I [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative, Variable Interest Rate		0.685%			0.685%	0.685%
Great Britain LIBOR [Member] | Net Investment Hedging [Member] | Cross Currency Interest Rate Contract I [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative, Variable Interest Rate		0.74%			0.74%	0.74%
Great Britain LIBOR [Member] | Net Investment Hedging [Member] | Cross Currency Interest Rate Contract II [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative, Variable Interest Rate		0.74%			0.74%	0.74%
EURIBOR [Member] | Net Investment Hedging [Member] | Cross Currency Interest Rate Contract II [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative, Variable Interest Rate		0.808%			0.808%	0.808%

Financial Instruments (Fair Val

Financial Instruments (Fair Values Of Derivative Instruments) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017	Nov. 30, 2016
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Fair Value of Interest rate contracts	$ 20.5	$ (6.4)
Fair Value of Asset Derivatives	27.4	4.4
Fair Value of Liability Derivatives	3.6	12.8
Interest Rate Swap [Member]
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Derivative, Notional Amount				$ 100
Derivative, Fixed Interest Rate			3.25%	3.25%
Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member]
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Derivative, Notional Amount	151.3
Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member] | Other Current Assets [Member]
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Derivative Asset, Notional Amount	293.1	199.5
Foreign Currency Fair Value Hedge Derivative at Fair Value, Net		4.4
Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member] | Other Accrued Liabilities [Member]
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Total notional amount of interest rate swap contracts	196.1	295.4
Foreign Currency Fair Value Hedge Derivative at Fair Value, Net		6.4
Cross Currency Interest Rate Contract [Member] | Other Accrued Liabilities [Member]
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Total notional amount of interest rate swap contracts	0
Cross Currency Interest Rate Contract [Member] | Other Long-term Investments [Member]
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Derivative Asset, Notional Amount	495.5
Interest Rate Contracts [Member] | Other Current Assets [Member]
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Derivative Asset, Notional Amount	350	0
Fair Value of Interest rate contracts		0
Interest Rate Contracts [Member] | Other Accrued Liabilities [Member]
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Total notional amount of interest rate swap contracts	0	100
Interest rate derivatives	$ 0	$ 6.4

Financial Instruments (Fair V_2

Financial Instruments (Fair Value Hedges) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Other income, net	$ 26.7	$ 24.8	$ 6.1
Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Derivative, Notional Amount	151.3
Investment Foreign Currency, Contract, Foreign Currency Amount	489.2	494.9
Net Investment Hedging [Member] | Cross Currency Interest Rate Contract [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Derivatives Arising During Period, before Tax	1.1
Net Investment Hedging [Member] | Interest Expense [Member] | Cross Currency Interest Rate Contract [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Gain (loss) reclassified from AOCI	5.4
Fair Value Hedges [Member] | Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Derivative, Notional Amount	357.5	402
Fair Value Hedges [Member] | Interest Expense [Member] | Interest Rate Contracts [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Interest expense	0	(0.1)	0.9
Fair Value Hedges [Member] | Other Income [Member] | Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Foreign Currency Transaction Gain (Loss), Realized	(0.2)	2.9	(12.8)
Other income, net	0.2	(2.9)	12.8
Fair Value Hedges [Member] | Other Income [Member] | Loans Payable [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Foreign Currency Transaction Gain (Loss), Realized	0.9	(2.7)	14.1
Other income, net	$ (0.9)	$ 2.7	$ (14.1)

Financial Instruments (Cash Flo

Financial Instruments (Cash Flow Hedges) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
Cash Flow Hedging [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Gain (loss) recognized in OCI	$ (0.2)	$ 2.6	$ (10.2)
Gain (loss) reclassified from AOCI	2.1	(2.8)	0.8
Cash Flow Hedging [Member] | Interest Rate Contracts [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Gain (loss) recognized in OCI	0	0	(2.9)
Cash Flow Hedging [Member] | Interest Rate Contracts [Member] | Interest Expense [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Gain (loss) reclassified from AOCI	0.5	0.5	(0.4)
Cash Flow Hedging [Member] | Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Gain (loss) recognized in OCI	(0.2)	2.6	(7.3)
Cash Flow Hedging [Member] | Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member] | Cost Of Goods Sold [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Gain (loss) reclassified from AOCI	$ 1.6	(3.3)	$ 1.2
Other Accrued Liabilities [Member] | Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Foreign Currency Fair Value Hedge Derivative at Fair Value, Net		6.4
Other Current Assets [Member] | Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Foreign Currency Fair Value Hedge Derivative at Fair Value, Net		$ 4.4

Financial Instruments (Carrying

Financial Instruments (Carrying Amount And Fair Value Of Financial Instruments) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018
Derivative [Line Items]
Long-term investments, Carrying amount	$ 124.4	$ 120.8
Long-term investments, Fair value	124.4	120.8
Long-term debt, Carrying amount	3,723.5	4,136.4
Long-term debt, Fair value	3,859	4,039.4
Interest Rate Derivatives, at Fair Value, Net	20.5	(6.4)
Other Current Assets [Member] | Interest Rate Contracts [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Interest Rate Derivatives, at Fair Value, Net		0
Other Current Assets [Member] | Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Foreign Currency Fair Value Hedge Derivative at Fair Value, Net		4.4
Other Accrued Liabilities [Member] | Interest Rate Contracts [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Interest rate derivatives	0	6.4
Other Accrued Liabilities [Member] | Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Foreign Currency Fair Value Hedge Derivative at Fair Value, Net		6.4
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Interest rate derivatives		6.4
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Other Current Assets [Member] | Interest Rate Contracts [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Interest Rate Derivatives, at Fair Value, Net	20.9
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Other Current Assets [Member] | Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Foreign Currency Fair Value Hedge Derivative at Fair Value, Net	3.3
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Other Accrued Liabilities [Member] | Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Foreign Currency Fair Value Hedge Derivative at Fair Value, Net	3.6
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Long-term debt, Carrying amount	3,437.5	3,172.7
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Long-term debt, Carrying amount	$ 421.5	866.7
Interest rate derivatives		$ 6.4

Fair Value Measurements (Detail

Fair Value Measurements (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017	Nov. 30, 2016
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Cash and cash equivalents	$ 155.4	$ 96.6	$ 186.8	$ 118.4
Interest Rate Derivatives, at Fair Value, Net	20.5	(6.4)
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Cash and cash equivalents		96.6
Insurance contracts	121.7	118
Bonds and other long-term investments	2.7	2.8
Foreign currency derivatives		4.4
Total	307.2	221.8
Foreign currency derivatives		6.4
Interest rate derivatives		6.4
Total	3.6	12.8
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Cash and cash equivalents	155.4	96.6
Insurance contracts	0	0
Bonds and other long-term investments	2.7	2.8
Interest Rate Derivative Assets, at Fair Value	0
Foreign currency derivatives	0	0
Total	158.1	99.4
Foreign currency derivatives	0	0
Total	0	0
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Cash and cash equivalents	0	0
Insurance contracts	121.7	118
Bonds and other long-term investments	0	0
Interest Rate Derivative Assets, at Fair Value	20.9
Foreign currency derivatives	3.3	4.4
Total	149.1	122.4
Foreign currency derivatives	3.6	6.4
Interest rate derivatives		6.4
Total	3.6	$ 12.8
Assets [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Cross Currency Contracts, Fair Value	3.2
Cross Currency Interest Rate Contract [Member] | Liability [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Foreign Currency Fair Value Hedge Derivative at Fair Value, Net	0
Cross Currency Interest Rate Contract [Member] | Assets [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Foreign Currency Fair Value Hedge Derivative at Fair Value, Net	$ 3.2

Accumulated Other Comprehensi_3

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income-Components of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income, Net of Tax (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
Reclassification Adjustment out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income on Derivatives [Line Items]
Other Comprehensive Income, Other, Net of Tax	$ (24.9)
New Accounting Pronouncement or Change in Accounting Principle, Effect of Adoption, Quantification		$ 20.9
Foreign currency translation adjustment	(266.5)	(241.6)
Unamoritzed value of settled interest rate swaps	0.3	0.6
Pension and other postretirement costs	(234)	(117.8)
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of tax	(500.2)	(359.9)
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI on Derivatives, before Tax	(2.1)	2.8	$ (0.8)
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI on Derivatives, Tax	0.4	(0.6)	0.2
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI on Derivatives, Net of Tax	(1.7)	2.2	(0.6)
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Defined Benefit Plan, Prior Service Cost (Credit), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI, before Tax	(8)	(8.5)	(1.6)
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Defined Benefit Plan, Gain (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI, before Tax	2.6	12.6	9.7
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Defined Benefit Plan, Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI, before Tax	(5.4)	4.1	8.1
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, for Net (Gain) Loss, Tax	1.2	(1)	(2.8)
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, for Net (Gain) Loss, Net of Tax	(4.2)	3.1	5.3
Cross Currency Interest Rate Contract [Member]
Reclassification Adjustment out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income on Derivatives [Line Items]
Foreign currency translation adjustment	0.9
Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member]
Reclassification Adjustment out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income on Derivatives [Line Items]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Cumulative Changes in Net Gain (Loss) from Cash Flow Hedges, Effect Net of Tax	0	(1.1)
Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member] | Cash Flow Hedging [Member] | Cost of Sales [Member]
Reclassification Adjustment out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income on Derivatives [Line Items]
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI on Derivatives, before Tax	(1.6)	3.3	(1.2)
Interest Rate Contracts [Member] | Cash Flow Hedging [Member] | Interest Expense [Member]
Reclassification Adjustment out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income on Derivatives [Line Items]
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI on Derivatives, before Tax	$ (0.5)	$ (0.5)	$ 0.4

Employee Benefit And Retireme_3

Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) shares in Millions, $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017	Aug. 31, 2018	Feb. 28, 2018	Feb. 28, 2017
Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans [Line Items]
Unrecognized actuarial losses and unrecognized prior service credit, before tax	$ 303
Unrecognized actuarial losses and unrecognized prior service credit, net of tax	234	$ 117.8
Defined Benefit Plan, Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Gain (Loss), before Tax					$ 18	$ 76.7
Expected actuarial losses, net of prior service credit, before tax	5.6
Expected actuarial losses, net of prior service credit, net of tax	4.1
Amortization of net actuarial loss	9.6
Amortization of prior service costs credits	4
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year	0	0	$ 0
Business combinations	2.4
Dividends paid	$ 302.2	$ 273.4	237.6
Assumed annual increase in cost of health care benefits	6.50%	7.30%
Ultimate health care cost trend rate	4.50%	4.50%
Defined Benefit Plan, Accumulated Benefit Obligation, (Increase) Decrease for Settlement and Curtailment		$ 17.5	77.7
Defined Contribution Retirement Plans [Member]
Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans [Line Items]
Fair value of McCormick stock held in plan assets	$ 266.1
Number of shares of McCormick stock held in plan assets	1.6
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	66.70%
Percentage of participant salary under second condition of plan	3.00%
Defined Contribution Plan, Employers Matching Contribution, Annual Vesting Percentage	3.00%
Defined Contribution Plan, Cost	$ 28.2	15.5	12.2
Dividends paid	3.9
Supplemental Employee Retirement Plan [Member]
Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans [Line Items]
Benefit obligation	105.4	94.9
Non-current pension asset	85.5	82.8
Other Postretirement Benefits [Member]
Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans [Line Items]
Benefit obligation	$ 67.2	$ 62.9	70.9
Age after which employees retire	55 years
Minimum number of years in service	5 years
Assumed discount rate	3.10%	4.50%
Defined Benefit Plan, Accumulated Benefit Obligation, (Increase) Decrease for Settlement and Curtailment		$ 27.1
Employer contributions	$ 3.9	4.8
U.S. Equity Securities [Member]
Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans [Line Items]
Fair value of McCormick stock held in plan assets	$ 64.4	$ 57.2
Number of shares of McCormick stock held in plan assets	0.4	0.4
Percentage of pension plan assets in equity securities	9.60%	8.90%
Dividends paid	$ 0.9	$ 0.8
Reckitt Benckiser's Food Division [Member]
Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans [Line Items]
Funded status	(18.1)			$ (20.5)
Employer contributions	1.8	2.5
United States
Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans [Line Items]
Unrecognized actuarial losses and unrecognized prior service credit, net of tax	183.9	97.7
Benefit obligation	884.8	752.6	813.7
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year	671.9	640.4	654.2
Accrued liability related to the plan	212.9	112.2
Non-current pension asset	0	0
Funded status	(212.9)	(112.2)
Accumulated benefit obligation	874.8	746.9
Business combinations	$ 0	$ (2.4)
Percentage of pension plan assets in equity securities	100.00%	100.00%
Defined Benefit Plan, Accumulated Benefit Obligation, (Increase) Decrease for Settlement and Curtailment			69.9
Employer contributions	$ 8.2	$ 8.9
United States | U.S. Equity Securities [Member]
Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans [Line Items]
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year	276.5	283.2
Foreign Plan [Member]
Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans [Line Items]
Unrecognized actuarial losses and unrecognized prior service credit, net of tax	60.1	40.1
Benefit obligation	345.6	292.9	341.5
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year	340.9	306.5	331.3
Accrued liability related to the plan	20.3	17.6
Non-current pension asset	15.6	31.2
Funded status	(4.7)	13.6
Accumulated benefit obligation	$ 342.2	$ 286.8
Percentage of pension plan assets in equity securities	100.00%	100.00%
Defined Benefit Plan, Accumulated Benefit Obligation, (Increase) Decrease for Settlement and Curtailment		$ 17.5	$ 7.8
Employer contributions	$ 3.2	$ 4.6

Employee Benefit And Retireme_4

Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans (Significant Assumptions Used To Determine Benefit Obligations) (Details)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
United States
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumptions Used Calculating Net Periodic Benefit Cost, Rate of Compensation Increase	0.00%	3.80%	3.80%
Expected return on plan assets	7.00%	7.30%	7.30%
Foreign Plan [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumptions Used Calculating Net Periodic Benefit Cost, Rate of Compensation Increase	3.40%	3.50%	3.40%
Expected return on plan assets	5.50%	5.60%	5.50%
Foreign Plan [Member] | Minimum [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumptions Used Calculating Benefit Obligation, Rate of Compensation Increase	2.90%	3.00%	3.00%
Foreign Plan [Member] | Maximum [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumptions Used Calculating Benefit Obligation, Rate of Compensation Increase	2.90%	3.50%	3.50%
Funded Plan [Member] | United States
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumptions Used Calculating Benefit Obligation, Discount Rate	3.40%	4.70%
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumptions Used Calculating Net Periodic Benefit Cost, Discount Rate	4.70%	4.00%	4.60%
Funded Plan [Member] | Foreign Plan [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumptions Used Calculating Benefit Obligation, Discount Rate	2.20%	3.30%
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumptions Used Calculating Net Periodic Benefit Cost, Discount Rate	3.30%	2.90%	3.20%
Unfunded Plan [Member] | United States
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumptions Used Calculating Benefit Obligation, Discount Rate	3.30%	4.60%
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumptions Used Calculating Net Periodic Benefit Cost, Discount Rate	4.60%	3.90%	4.50%
Unfunded Plan [Member] | Foreign 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%

Employee Benefit And Retireme_5

Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans (Components Of Defined Benefit Plans) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
Other Postretirement Benefits [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Service cost	$ 1.8	$ 2	$ 2.6
Interest costs	2.7	2.4	3.3
Amortization of prior service costs	(8.7)	(8.6)	(2.3)
Amortization of net actuarial loss	(0.9)	(0.1)	(0.2)
Total expense	(5.1)	(4.3)	3.4
United States
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Service cost	2.1	17	14.8
Interest costs	34.4	31.6	31.7
Expected return on plan assets	(42.5)	(43.4)	(41.4)
Amortization of prior service costs	0.5	0	0
Amortization of net actuarial loss	2.3	9.9	5.8
Settlement/curtailment loss	0	0	0
Total expense	(3.2)	15.1	10.9
Foreign Plan [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Service cost	3.6	4.3	6.2
Interest costs	9.5	9.2	10.4
Expected return on plan assets	(16.4)	(16.6)	(15.3)
Amortization of prior service costs	0.2	0.1	0.7
Amortization of net actuarial loss	1.2	2.8	4.1
Settlement/curtailment loss	0	0.5	0.6
Total expense	$ (1.9)	$ 0.3	$ 6.7

Employee Benefit And Retireme_6

Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans (Benefit Obligation, Fair Value Of Plan Assets And Reconciliation Of Defined Benefit Plans) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
Change in benefit obligation:
Employee contributions	$ 0.3	$ 0.4
Business combinations	2.4
Change in fair value of plan assets:
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year	0	0
Fair value of plan assets at end of year	0	0	$ 0
Other Postretirement Benefits [Member]
Change in benefit obligation:
Benefit obligation at beginning of year	62.9	70.9
Service cost	1.8	2	2.6
Interest costs	2.7	2.4	3.3
Employee contributions	0.3	0.4
Plan amendments	(0.4)	0
Other plan assumptions	(1)	(0.1)
Discount rate change	7.6	(4.5)
Actuarial (gain) loss	(2.5)	(3)
Benefits paid	(4.2)	(5.2)
Benefit obligation at end of year	67.2	62.9	70.9
Change in fair value of plan assets:
Employer contributions	3.9	4.8
Other postretirement benefit liability	67.2	62.9
United States
Change in benefit obligation:
Benefit obligation at beginning of year	752.6	813.7
Service cost	2.1	17	14.8
Interest costs	34.4	31.6	31.7
Plan amendments	0	5.2
Plan curtailments	0	0
Actuarial (gain) loss	134.6	(76.2)
Benefits paid	(38.9)	(36.3)
Business combinations	0	(2.4)
Benefit obligation at end of year	884.8	752.6	813.7
Change in fair value of plan assets:
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year	640.4	654.2
Actual return on plan assets	62.2	13.6
Employer contributions	8.2	8.9
Fair value of plan assets at end of year	671.9	640.4	654.2
Funded status	(212.9)	(112.2)
Projected benefit obligation	884.8	752.6
Accumulated benefit obligation	874.8	746.9
Fair value of plan assets	671.9	640.4
Foreign Plan [Member]
Change in benefit obligation:
Benefit obligation at beginning of year	292.9	341.5
Service cost	3.6	4.3	6.2
Interest costs	9.5	9.2	10.4
Employee contributions	0.8	0.7
Plan amendments	(0.2)	3.4
Plan curtailments	0	(17.5)
Actuarial (gain) loss	51.8	(20.2)
Benefits paid	(14.7)	(13.2)
Expenses paid	(0.3)	(0.7)
Foreign currency impact	2.2	(14.6)
Benefit obligation at end of year	345.6	292.9	341.5
Change in fair value of plan assets:
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year	306.5	331.3
Actual return on plan assets	42.7	(0.7)
Employer contributions	3.2	4.6
Foreign currency impact	2.7	(15.5)
Fair value of plan assets at end of year	340.9	306.5	$ 331.3
Funded status	(4.7)	13.6
Projected benefit obligation	103.9	19.1
Accumulated benefit obligation	100.4	16.1
Fair value of plan assets	$ 83.6	$ 1.5

Employee Benefit And Retireme_7

Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans (Amounts Recorded In Balance Sheet, Defined Benefit Pension Plans) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Accumulated other comprehensive loss	$ 234	$ 117.8
Foreign Plan [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Non-current pension asset	15.6	31.2
Accrued pension liability	20.3	17.6
Deferred income tax assets	13.3	8.8
Accumulated other comprehensive loss	60.1	40.1
United States
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Non-current pension asset	0	0
Accrued pension liability	212.9	112.2
Deferred income tax assets	58.5	32.7
Accumulated other comprehensive loss	$ 183.9	$ 97.7

Employee Benefit And Retireme_8

Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans (Allocations Of Pension Plan Assets) (Details)	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018
Foreign Plan [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Equity securities, Actual	100.00%	100.00%
Equity securities, Target	100.00%
Foreign Plan [Member] | Equity Securities [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Equity securities, Actual	50.40%	52.10%
Equity securities, Target	53.00%
Foreign Plan [Member] | Fixed Income Funds [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Equity securities, Actual	48.90%	47.80%
Equity securities, Target	47.00%
Foreign Plan [Member] | Other Plan Asset Categories [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Equity securities, Actual	0.70%	0.10%
Equity securities, Target	0.00%
United States
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Equity securities, Actual	100.00%	100.00%
Equity securities, Target	100.00%
United States | Equity Securities [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Equity securities, Actual	63.30%	65.80%
Equity securities, Target	59.00%
United States | Fixed Income Funds [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Equity securities, Actual	21.50%	20.50%
Equity securities, Target	23.20%
United States | Other Plan Asset Categories [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Equity securities, Actual	15.20%	13.70%
Equity securities, Target	17.80%

Employee Benefit And Retireme_9

Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans (Fair Value Of Pension Plan Assets) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	$ 0	$ 0	$ 0
Foreign Plan [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	340.9	306.5	331.3
Foreign Plan [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	2.5	2
Foreign Plan [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	338.4	304.5
Foreign Plan [Member] | Cash and Cash Equivalents [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	2.5	2
Foreign Plan [Member] | Cash and Cash Equivalents [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	2.5	2
Foreign Plan [Member] | International Equity Securities [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	171.6	159.5
Foreign Plan [Member] | International Equity Securities [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	171.6	159.5
Foreign Plan [Member] | U.S./Government/Corporate Bonds [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	144.7	125.2
Foreign Plan [Member] | U.S./Government/Corporate Bonds [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	144.7	125.2
Foreign Plan [Member] | Insurance Contracts [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	22.1	19.8
Foreign Plan [Member] | Insurance Contracts [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	22.1	19.8
United States
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	671.9	640.4	$ 654.2
Fair value, excluding investments at net asset value	594.4	578.2
United States | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value, excluding investments at net asset value	395.9	381.9
United States | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value, excluding investments at net asset value	198.5	196.3
United States | Cash and Cash Equivalents [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	15.3	16
United States | Cash and Cash Equivalents [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	15.3	16
United States | U.S. Equity Securities [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	276.5	283.2
United States | U.S. Equity Securities [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	148.5	149.6
United States | U.S. Equity Securities [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	128	133.6
United States | International Equity Securities [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	145.5	132.7
United States | International Equity Securities [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	134.2	126.1
United States | International Equity Securities [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	11.3	6.6
United States | U.S./Government/Corporate Bonds [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	51.2	46.2
United States | U.S./Government/Corporate Bonds [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	49.1	44.1
United States | U.S./Government/Corporate Bonds [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	2.1
United States | High Yield Bonds [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	40.1	36.7
United States | High Yield Bonds [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	40.1	36.7
United States | International/Government/Corporate Bonds [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	26.8	27.4
United States | International/Government/Corporate Bonds [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	26.8	27.4
United States | Insurance Contracts [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	1.1	1.1
United States | Insurance Contracts [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	1.1	1.1
United States | Real Estate Funds [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	25.9	22.3
United States | Real Estate Funds [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	22	18.7
United States | Real Estate Funds [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	3.9	3.6
United States | Other Nonrenewable Natural Resources [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	12	12.6
United States | Other Nonrenewable Natural Resources [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of pension plan assets	12	12.6
United States | Hedge Fund Of Funds [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Investments measured at net asset value	49.3	36.7
United States | Private Equity Funds [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Investments measured at net asset value	3.2	5.6
United States | Private Placement [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Investments measured at net asset value	$ 25	$ 19.9

Employee Benefit And Retirem_10

Employee Benefit And Retirement Plans (Estimated Future Benefit Payments) (Details) $ in Millions	Nov. 30, 2019USD ($)
Other Postretirement Benefits [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
2020	$ 5.1
2021	5.1
2022	5.1
2023	5.1
2024	5.1
2025-2029	24.5
Retiree Medical [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
2020	3.7
2021	3.7
2022	3.7
2023	3.7
2024	3.7
2025-2029	18
Retiree Life Insurance [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
2020	1.4
2021	1.4
2022	1.4
2023	1.4
2024	1.4
2025-2029	6.5
United States
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
2020	41.4
2021	41.6
2022	43.1
2023	44.8
2024	46.7
2025-2029	243.8
Foreign Plan [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
2020	14.1
2021	14.2
2022	14.4
2023	15.4
2024	15.3
2025-2029	$ 77.3

Stock-Based Compensation (Narra

Stock-Based Compensation (Narrative) (Details) $ / shares in Units, shares in Millions, $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019USD ($)award_type$ / sharesshares	Nov. 30, 2018USD ($)$ / shares	Nov. 30, 2017USD ($)$ / shares
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Number of Stock-based Compensation Award Types | award_type	3
Total stock-based compensation expense	$ 37.2	$ 25.6	$ 23.9
Unrecognized stock-based compensation expense	$ 27.5
Weighted average period for unrecognized stock-based compensation to be recognized	1 year 4 months 24 days
Common Stock, Capital Shares Reserved for Future Issuance | shares	5.1
Intrinsic value of options outstanding	$ 189.6
Intrinsic value for exercisable options	157.6
Total intrinsic value for all options exercised	$ 111	$ 108	$ 31.4
Restricted Stock Units [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Vesting period	3 years
Stock Options [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Vesting period	3 years
Exercisable period	10 years
Weighted-average grant-date fair value of an option granted (usd per share) | $ / shares	$ 27.51	$ 20.30	$ 17.61
Long-term Performance 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

Stock-Based Compensation (Summa

Stock-Based Compensation (Summary Of RSU Activity) (Details) - $ / shares shares in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
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	(33)	(26)	(16)
Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Other Share Increase (Decrease) in Period, Weighted Average Exercise Price	$ 89.96	$ 86.40	$ 74.02
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	423	267	267
Granted, Shares	129	278	131
Vested, Shares	(159)	(113)	(118)
Forfeited, Shares	(12)	(9)	(13)
Outstanding at end of year, Shares	381	423	267
Outstanding at beginning of year, Weighted-average price (usd per share)	$ 103.05	$ 86.47	$ 80.08
Granted, Weighted-average price (usd per share)	143.23	112.72	94.63
Vested, Weighted-average price (usd per share)	104.15	88.15	80.62
Forfeited, Weighted-average price (usd per share)	113.55	96.53	90.85
Outstanding at end of year, Weighted-average price (usd per share)	$ 115.89	$ 103.05	$ 86.47
Long-term Performance 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	218	220	201
Granted, Shares	68	86	78
Vested, Shares	(57)	(60)	(43)
Forfeited, Shares	0	(2)	0
Outstanding at end of year, Shares	196	218	220
Outstanding at beginning of year, Weighted-average price (usd per share)	$ 83.55	$ 84.31	$ 78.10
Granted, Weighted-average price (usd per share)	150.51	101.90	89.96
Vested, Weighted-average price (usd per share)	86.40	74.02	69.04
Forfeited, Weighted-average price (usd per share)	0	97.41	0
Outstanding at end of year, Weighted-average price (usd per share)	$ 115.96	$ 83.55	$ 84.31

Stock-Based Compensation (Assum

Stock-Based Compensation (Assumptions Of Stock Compensation Plans) (Details)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
Share-based Compensation [Abstract]
Risk free interest rate, minimum	2.20%	1.70%	0.90%
Risk free interest rate, maximum	2.50%	2.90%	2.40%
Dividend yield	1.50%	2.00%	1.90%
Expected volatility rate, minimum	17.40%	18.40%	18.70%
Expected volatility rate, maximum	17.40%	18.70%	18.70%
Expected lives	7 years 6 months	7 years 7 months 6 days	7 years 7 months 6 days

Stock-Based Compensation (Sum_2

Stock-Based Compensation (Summary Of Stock Option Activity) (Details) - Stock Options [Member] - $ / shares shares in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding [Roll Forward]
Outstanding at Beginning of year, Shares	3.6	4.8	4.9
Granted, Shares	0.3	0.4	0.6
Exercised, Shares	(1.3)	(1.6)	(0.7)
Outstanding at End of year, Shares	2.6	3.6	4.8
Exercisable at end of year, Number of Shares	1.9	2.8	3.8
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)	$ 82.60	$ 71.91	$ 66
Granted, Weighted-average exercise price (usd per share)	147.39	105.95	98.07
Exercised, Weighted-average exercise price (usd per share)	71.08	55.28	50.63
Outstanding at end of year, Weighted-average exercise price (usd per share)	96.18	82.60	71.91
Exercisable at end of year, Weighted-average exercise price (usd per share)	$ 86.61	$ 76.54	$ 65.34

Stock-Based Compensation (Sum_3

Stock-Based Compensation (Summary Of Our Stock Options Outstanding And Exercisable) (Details) shares in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019$ / sharesshares
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]
Options outstanding, Shares | shares	2.6
Options outstanding, Weighted-average remaining life (yrs)	6 years 6 months
Options outstanding, Weighted-average exercise price (usd per share)	$ 96.18
Options exercisable, Shares | shares	1.9
Options exercisable, Weighted-average remaining life (yrs)	5 years 8 months 12 days
Options exercisable, Weighted-average exercise price (usd per share)	$ 86.61
$38.00-$79.00 [Member]
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]
Range of exercise price, lower limit	38
Range of exercise price, upper limit	$ 79
Options outstanding, Shares | shares	0.9
Options outstanding, Weighted-average remaining life (yrs)	4 years 4 months 24 days
Options outstanding, Weighted-average exercise price (usd per share)	$ 71.40
Options exercisable, Shares | shares	0.9
Options exercisable, Weighted-average remaining life (yrs)	4 years 4 months 24 days
Options exercisable, Weighted-average exercise price (usd per share)	$ 71.40
$79.01-$103.00 [Member]
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]
Range of exercise price, lower limit	79.01
Range of exercise price, upper limit	$ 103
Options outstanding, Shares | shares	1
Options outstanding, Weighted-average remaining life (yrs)	6 years 9 months 18 days
Options outstanding, Weighted-average exercise price (usd per share)	$ 99.04
Options exercisable, Shares | shares	0.9
Options exercisable, Weighted-average remaining life (yrs)	6 years 8 months 12 days
Options exercisable, Weighted-average exercise price (usd per share)	$ 99.22
$103.01-$149.00 [Member]
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]
Range of exercise price, lower limit	103.01
Range of exercise price, upper limit	$ 149
Options outstanding, Shares | shares	0.7
Options outstanding, Weighted-average remaining life (yrs)	8 years 9 months 18 days
Options outstanding, Weighted-average exercise price (usd per share)	$ 125.75
Options exercisable, Shares | shares	0.1
Options exercisable, Weighted-average remaining life (yrs)	8 years 3 months 18 days
Options exercisable, Weighted-average exercise price (usd per share)	$ 106.65

Income Taxes (Narrative) (Detai

Income Taxes (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017	Nov. 30, 2016
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, at Federal Statutory Income Tax Rate, Percent	21.00%	22.20%	35.00%
U.S. Tax Act tax rate	21.00%
Current, Federal	$ 52.3	$ 92.9	$ 67.1
Non-U.S. subsidiaries tax loss carryforwards	183.3
Tax loss carryforwards expiring through 2019	2.4
Tax loss carryforwards expiring from 2020 through 2021	6.1
Tax Loss Carryforwards expiring from 2022 Through 2035	59.3
Tax loss carryforwards indefinitely	115.5
Deferred Tax Assets, Capital Loss Carryforwards	26
Tax credit carryforwards	46.8	57.2
Net increase in the valuation allowance	0.5
Unrecognized tax benefits	32	27.9	39.1	$ 58.3
Statute expirations	2.5	9.1	2.1
Interest and penalty (income) / expense	2.1	0.1	0.4
Interest and penalties accrued	7.1	5.1
Tax benefits that would impact effective tax rate	32
Deferred, Federal	(26.4)	340.3	$ (23.8)
Income Tax Expense (Benefit), Continuing Operations, Adjustment of Deferred Tax (Asset) Liability	$ 380
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Repatriation of Foreign Earnings, Percent	15.50%
U.S. Tax Act, Incomplete Accounting, Transition Tax	$ 76	75.3
U.S. Tax Act, Incomplete Accounting, Withholding Tax on Repatriation Earnings	7.9
U.S. Tax Act, Incomplete Accounting, Changes in Transition Tax	4.7
U.S. Tax Act, Incomplete Accounting, Repatriation and Withholding Tax Impact		78.5
Increase In Current Federal Tax Expense (Benefit)		8.3
Current Federal Tax Expense (Benefit), Excluding U.S. Tax Act Impacts		44
Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, Income Tax Expense (Benefit)		48.9
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Tax Credit, Foreign, Amount		21.1
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Tax Credit, Other, Amount	7.7
U.S. Tax Act, Incomplete Accounting, Transition Tax, remitted over 8 years	47.2
U.S. Tax Act, Incomplete Accounting, Remaining Unpaid Transition Tax	$ 43.4
Decrease In Deferred Federal Income Tax Expense (Benefit)		2.6
Deferred Federal Income Tax Expense (Benefit), Excluding U.S. Tax Act Impacts		29
Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, Deferred Federal Income Tax Expense (Benefit)		$ 369.3

Income Taxes (Provision For Inc

Income Taxes (Provision For Income Taxes) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Current, Federal	$ 52.3	$ 92.9	$ 67.1
Current, State	10.7	11	6.2
Current, International	73.5	78.7	53.9
Current Income Taxes, Total	136.5	182.6	127.2
Deferred, Federal	26.4	(340.3)	23.8
Deferred, State	3.6	1.5	0.9
Deferred, International	(9.1)	(1.1)	(0.6)
Deferred Income Taxes, Total	20.9	(339.9)	24.1
Total income taxes	$ 157.4	$ (157.3)	$ 151.3

Income Taxes (Components Of Inc

Income Taxes (Components Of Income From Consolidated Operations Before Income Taxes) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
United States	$ 569	$ 492.2	$ 382.1
International	250.2	249.1	212.7
Income from consolidated operations before income taxes	$ 819.2	$ 741.3	$ 594.8

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, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, at Federal Statutory Income Tax Rate, Percent	21.00%	22.20%	35.00%
State income taxes, net of federal benefits	1.60%	1.50%	0.80%
International tax at different effective rates	1.60%	0.40%	(4.80%)
U.S. tax on remitted and unremitted earnings	0.50%	0.60%	0.40%
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Nondeductible Expense, Share-based Compensation Cost, Percent	(2.80%)	(2.90%)	(1.60%)
U.S. manufacturing deduction	0.00%	(0.80%)	(1.80%)
Changes in prior year tax contingencies	(0.30%)	(0.80%)	(2.10%)
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Change in Enacted Tax Rate, Percent	(0.20%)	(40.70%)	0.00%
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Disposition of Asset, Percent	(1.80%)
Other, net	(0.40%)	(0.70%)	(0.50%)
Total	19.20%	(21.20%)	25.40%

Income Taxes (Schedule Of Defer

Income Taxes (Schedule Of Deferred Tax Assets And Liabilities) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Deferred tax assets, Employee benefit liabilities	$ 103.3	$ 82.7
Deferred tax assets, Other accrued liabilities	32.3	40
Deferred tax assets, Inventory	7.5	8
Tax credit carryforwards	46.8	57.2
Deferred tax assets, Other	48.1	44.2
Deferred tax assets, Valuation allowance	(32.4)	(32.9)
Deferred tax assets, total	205.6	199.2
Deferred tax liabilities, Depreciation	82.6	77.8
Deferred tax liabilities, Intangible assets	770.5	782.8
Deferred tax liabilities, Other	5.5	5.3
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Gross	858.6	865.9
Deferred tax liabilities, total	$ (653)	$ (666.7)

Income Taxes (Activity Related

Income Taxes (Activity Related To Our Gross Unrecognized Tax Benefits) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
Reconciliation of Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Excluding Amounts Pertaining to Examined Tax Returns [Roll Forward]
Balance at beginning of year	$ 27.9	$ 39.1	$ 58.3
Additions for current year tax positions	6.6	6.5	7.3
Additions for prior year tax positions	0.6	0.3	0.9
Reductions for prior year tax positions	(0.3)	(6.9)	(8.4)
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Decrease Resulting from Settlements with Taxing Authorities	0	0	18.1
Statute expirations	(2.5)	(9.1)	(2.1)
Foreign currency translation	(0.3)	(2)	1.2
Balance at end of year	$ 32	$ 27.9	$ 39.1

Capital Stock, Earnings Per S_3

Capital Stock, Earnings Per Share And Stock Issuance Capital Stock, Earnings Per Share And Stock Issuance (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Aug. 11, 2017	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
Class of 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%
Stock repurchase program, authorized amount		$ 0	$ 0	$ 554
Minimum [Member]
Class of 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%
RB Foods [Member]
Class of Stock [Line Items]
Stock Repurchase Program, Remaining Authorized Repurchase Amount	6,350,000
Stock repurchase program, authorized amount	$ 554
Over-Allotment Option [Member] | RB Foods [Member]
Class of Stock [Line Items]
Stock Repurchase Program, Remaining Authorized Repurchase Amount	800,000

Capital Stock, Earnings Per S_4

Capital Stock, Earnings Per Share And Stock Issuance (Reconciliation Of Average Shares Outstanding) (Details) - shares shares in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Average shares outstanding-basic	132.6	131.5	126.8
Stock options/RSUs	1.5	1.7	1.6
Average shares outstanding-diluted	134.1	133.2	128.4

Capital Stock, Earnings Per S_5

Capital Stock, Earnings Per Share And Stock Issuance (Schedule Of Antidilutive Securities) (Details) - shares shares in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Antidilutive securities	0.1	0.2	1.1

Business Segments And Geograp_3

Business Segments And Geographic Areas (Narrative) (Details)	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
Flavor Solutions [Member] | PepsiCo, Inc. [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Percentage of consolidated sales	10.00%	10.00%	11.00%
Consumer [Member] | Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Percentage of consolidated sales	11.00%	11.00%	11.00%

Business Segments And Geograp_4

Business Segments And Geographic Areas (Schedule Of Segment Reporting Information) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Aug. 31, 2019	May 31, 2019	Feb. 28, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Aug. 31, 2018	May 31, 2018	Feb. 28, 2018	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Revenues	$ 1,484.8	$ 1,329.2	$ 1,301.9	$ 1,231.5	$ 1,467.9	$ 1,318.2	$ 1,301.3	$ 1,215.4	$ 5,347.4	$ 5,302.8	$ 4,730.3
Operating income excluding special charges									978.5	929.9	783.7
Income from unconsolidated operations									40.9	34.8	33.9
Assets	10,362.1				10,256.4				10,362.1	10,256.4	10,385.8
Capital expenditures									173.7	169.1	182.4
Depreciation and amortization									158.8	150.7	125.2
Special charges	3.9	7.7	7.1	2.1	2.4	3.3	8.4	2.2	20.8	16.3	22.2
Other transaction and integration expenses										22.5	40.8
Operating income	299.2	$ 253.5	$ 208.1	$ 196.9	291.5	$ 229.9	$ 188.6	$ 181.1	957.7	891.1	699.8
Operating Segments [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Revenues									5,347.4	5,302.8	4,730.3
Operating income excluding special charges									978.5	929.9	783.7
Income from unconsolidated operations									40.9	34.8	33.9
Assets	9,950.3				10,015.8				9,950.3	10,015.8	10,036.7
Capital expenditures									121.8	126.3	153.6
Depreciation and amortization									118	115	99.8
Corporate And Reconciling Items [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Assets	$ 411.8				$ 240.6				411.8	240.6	349.1
Capital expenditures									51.9	42.8	28.8
Depreciation and amortization									40.8	35.7	25.4
Consumer [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Operating income excluding special charges									676.3	637.1	562.4
Special charges									13.1	10	15.3
Other transaction and integration expenses										15	27.1
Operating income									663.2	612.1	506.4
Consumer [Member] | Operating Segments [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Revenues									3,269.8	3,247	2,901.6
Operating income excluding special charges									676.3	637.1	562.4
Income from unconsolidated operations									31.8	29.5	28.9
Flavor Solutions [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Operating income excluding special charges									302.2	292.8	221.3
Special charges									7.7	6.3	6.9
Other transaction and integration expenses										7.5	13.7
Operating income									294.5	279	193.4
Flavor Solutions [Member] | Operating Segments [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Revenues									2,077.6	2,055.8	1,828.7
Operating income excluding special charges									302.2	292.8	221.3
Income from unconsolidated operations									$ 9.1	$ 5.3	5
Cost of Sales [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Other transaction and integration expenses											20.9
Cost of Sales [Member] | Consumer [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Other transaction and integration expenses											13.6
Cost of Sales [Member] | Flavor Solutions [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Other transaction and integration expenses											$ 7.3

Business Segments And Geograp_5

Business Segments And Geographic Areas (Net Sales And Long-Lived Assets Geographic Areas) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Aug. 31, 2019	May 31, 2019	Feb. 28, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Aug. 31, 2018	May 31, 2018	Feb. 28, 2018	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Revenues	$ 1,484.8	$ 1,329.2	$ 1,301.9	$ 1,231.5	$ 1,467.9	$ 1,318.2	$ 1,301.3	$ 1,215.4	$ 5,347.4	$ 5,302.8	$ 4,730.3
Long-lived assets	8,304.8				8,342.7				8,304.8	8,342.7	8,335.6
United States
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Revenues									3,226.3	3,145	2,748.7
Long-lived assets	6,397				6,411				6,397	6,411	6,329.1
EMEA [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Revenues									986.1	1,021.1	948.9
Long-lived assets	1,032.4				1,057.1				1,032.4	1,057.1	1,125.3
Other Countries [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Revenues									1,135	1,136.7	1,032.7
Long-lived assets	$ 875.4				$ 874.6				$ 875.4	$ 874.6	$ 881.2

Supplemental Financial Statem_3

Supplemental Financial Statement Data (Supplemental Income Statement, Balance Sheet And Cash Flow Information) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]
Other income, net	$ 26.7	$ 24.8	$ 6.1
Interest Income, Other	10.1	7.1	5.7
Other Income	(1.1)	5.5	(2.2)
Inventories
Finished products	413.3	406.1
Raw materials and work-in-process	387.9	380.2
Total inventories	801.2	786.3
Prepaid expenses	36	27.2
Other current assets	54.7	51.7
Total prepaid and other current asset	90.7	78.9
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net [Abstract]
Land and improvements	67.5	62.6
Buildings (including capital lease)	658.5	626.2
Machinery, equipment and other	1,007.8	947.5
Construction-in-progress	85.8	105.1
Accumulated depreciation	(867)	(799.9)
Property, plant and equipment, total	952.6	941.5
Other long-term assets
Investments in affiliates	186	167.2
Long-term investments	124.4	120.8
Capitalized Computer Software, Net	76.4	43.6
Software Accumulated Amortization	275	281.5
Other Assets	120.3	102.2
Investments and other assets, total	507.1	433.8
Other accrued liabilities
Payroll and employee benefits	184.9	176.5
Sales allowances	137.2	142.1
Other	287	329.6
Other accrued liabilities, total	609.1	648.2
Other Long-term Debt [Abstract]
Pension	226.9	123.1
Postretirement benefits	62.7	58.5
Unrecognized tax benefits	37.6	31
Other	100.4	100.5
Other long-term liabilities, total	427.6	313.1
Depreciation	113.6	104.8	85.2
Software amortization	13.7	14	14.5
Interest paid	169.8	179.8	72.1
Income taxes paid	137.2	154.6	155.6
Accounting Standards Update 2017-07 [Member]
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]
Other income, net	$ 17.7	$ 12.2	$ 2.6

Supplemental Financial Statem_4

Supplemental Financial Statement Data (Narrative) (Details) - $ / shares	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Aug. 31, 2019	May 31, 2019	Feb. 28, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Aug. 31, 2018	May 31, 2018	Feb. 28, 2018	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
Supplemental Financial Statement Data [Abstract]
Dividends paid per share (usd per share)	$ 0.57	$ 0.57	$ 0.57	$ 0.57	$ 0.52	$ 0.52	$ 0.52	$ 0.52	$ 2.28	$ 2.08	$ 1.88
Common Stock, Dividends, Per Share, Declared	$ 1.19	$ 0.57	$ 0.57	$ 0	$ 1.09	$ 0.52	$ 0.52	$ 0	$ 2.33	$ 2.13	$ 1.93

Selected Quarterly Data (Schedu

Selected Quarterly Data (Scheduled Of Quarterly Financial Information) (Details) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, $ in Millions	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Aug. 31, 2019	May 31, 2019	Feb. 28, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Aug. 31, 2018	May 31, 2018	Feb. 28, 2018	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
Class of Stock [Line Items]
After tax impact transaction and integration expenses					$ 0.3	$ 4.3	$ 6.1	$ 6.9
EPS Impact of Transaction and Integration Expenses - Basic							$ 0.05
EPS Impact of Transaction and Integration Expenses - Diluted						$ 0.04	$ 0.04	$ 0.05
Noncash nonrecurring income tax benefit (related to enactment of the U.S. Tax Act)		$ (1.5)			$ (6.7)	$ 10.3		$ 297.9	$ 0	$ (309.4)	$ 0
EPS Impact of U.S. Tax Act, Provisional Income Tax Expense (Benefit) - Basic								$ 2.27
EPS Impact of U.S. Tax Act, Provisional Income Tax Expense (Benefit) - Diluted		$ 0.01			$ (0.05)	$ (0.08)		$ (2.24)
Revenues	$ 1,484.8	$ 1,329.2	$ 1,301.9	$ 1,231.5	$ 1,467.9	$ 1,318.2	$ 1,301.3	$ 1,215.4	5,347.4	5,302.8	4,730.3
Gross profit	630	539.9	508.5	466.9	605	522.5	505.4	460.4	2,145.3	2,093.3	1,794
Operating income	299.2	253.5	208.1	196.9	291.5	229.9	188.6	181.1	957.7	891.1	699.8
Net income	$ 213.4	$ 191.9	$ 149.4	$ 148	$ 214	$ 173.5	$ 123.3	$ 422.6	$ 702.7	$ 933.4	$ 477.4
Basic earnings per share	$ 1.60	$ 1.45	$ 1.13	$ 1.12	$ 1.62	$ 1.32	$ 0.94	$ 3.22	$ 5.30	$ 7.10	$ 3.77
Diluted earnings per share	1.59	1.43	1.12	1.11	1.60	1.30	0.93	3.18	5.24	7	3.72
Dividends paid per share (usd per share)	0.57	0.57	0.57	0.57	0.52	0.52	0.52	0.52	2.28	2.08	1.88
Common Stock, Dividends, Per Share, Declared	$ 1.19	$ 0.57	$ 0.57	$ 0	$ 1.09	$ 0.52	$ 0.52	$ 0	$ 2.33	$ 2.13	$ 1.93
Special charges	$ 3.9	$ 7.7	$ 7.1	$ 2.1	$ 2.4	$ 3.3	$ 8.4	$ 2.2	$ 20.8	$ 16.3	$ 22.2
After tax impact of special charges	$ 3	$ 6.1	$ 5.4	$ 1.6	$ 1.9	$ 2.5	$ 6.5	$ 1.6
EPS impact of Special charges - Diluted	$ 0.02	$ 0.04	$ 0.04	$ 0.01	$ 0.02	$ 0.02	$ 0.05	$ 0.01
Transaction and integration expenses					$ 0.4	$ 5.6	$ 7.8	$ 8.7

Valuation And Qualifying Acco_2

Valuation And Qualifying Accounts (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2019	Nov. 30, 2018	Nov. 30, 2017
SEC Schedule, 12-09, Movement in Valuation Allowances and Reserves [Roll Forward]
Balance at Beginning of Period	$ 39.3	$ 32.6	$ 14.7
Charged to Costs and Expenses	3.7	12.2	17.7
Charged to Other Accounts	(2.3)	(2.8)	2.1
Deductions	(2.7)	(2.7)	(1.9)
Balance at End of Period	38	39.3	32.6
Allowance For Doubtful Receivables [Member]
SEC Schedule, 12-09, Movement in Valuation Allowances and Reserves [Roll Forward]
Balance at Beginning of Period	6.4	6.6	4.2
Charged to Costs and Expenses	1.1	1.1	2.6
Charged to Other Accounts	(1.8)	(0.6)	0.3
Deductions	(0.1)	(0.7)	(0.5)
Balance at End of Period	5.6	6.4	6.6
Valuation Allowance On Net Deferred Tax Assets [Member]
SEC Schedule, 12-09, Movement in Valuation Allowances and Reserves [Roll Forward]
Balance at Beginning of Period	32.9	26	10.5
Charged to Costs and Expenses	2.6	11.1	15.1
Charged to Other Accounts	(0.5)	(2.2)	1.8
Deductions	(2.6)	(2)	(1.4)
Balance at End of Period	$ 32.4	$ 32.9	$ 26