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| Network | 2320301 - Disclosure - Contingencies and commitments (Tables) (http://www.amgen.com/role/ContingenciesAndCommitmentsTables) |
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| Reporting Entity [Axis] | 0000318154 (http://www.sec.gov/CIK) |
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Minimum future rental commitments under non-cancelable operating leases | The following table summarizes the minimum future rental commitments under noncancelable operating leases as of December 31, 2016, (in millions):
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