noun
- Plural of dextrin; a group of polysaccharides produced by the partial hydrolysis of starch, used in adhesives, textiles, and food products.
Usage: chemistry; food science
Examples
- Dextrins are commonly used as binding agents in tablet manufacturing.
- The adhesive properties of dextrins make them valuable in the paper industry.
- Food manufacturers add dextrins to improve texture and shelf life.
- Dextrins are produced by heating starch or treating it with acids.
- The solubility of different dextrins varies depending on their molecular weight.