| Component: (Network and Table) | |
|---|---|
| Network | 053 - Disclosure - Note 5 - Net Inventories - Schedule of Inventory (Details) (http://www.cambrex.com/20161231/role/statement-note-5-net-inventories-schedule-of-inventory-details) |
| Table | Statement [Table] |
| Reporting Entity [Axis] | 0000820081 (http://www.sec.gov/CIK) |
| Scenario [Axis] | Scenario, Unspecified [Domain] |
| Statement [Line Items] | Period [Axis] | |
|---|---|---|
2016-12-31 | 2015-12-31 | |
Finished goods | ||
Work in process | ||
Raw materials | ||
Supplies | ||
Total | 123,184,000 | 109,920,000 |