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ACQUISITIONS OF BUSINESSES (Details) $ in Millions		12 Months Ended
ACQUISITIONS OF BUSINESSES (Details) $ in Millions	Apr. 01, 2025 USD ($) installment	Feb. 28, 2025 USD ($)	May 31, 2024
NordicEPOD AS
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Ownership interest acquired (as a percent)			49.00%
Fibrebond Corporation
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Acquired entity, prior year sales		$ 378
Fibrebond Corporation \| Subsequent Event
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Cash purchase price, net of cash received	$ 1,450
Employee transaction and retention awards amount	$ 240
Number of installments \| installment	6