Dextrins

Dextrins are prepared by roasting starch in the presence of acid, which chemically changes the character and properties of starch. They are intermediate between starch and sugars derived from starch. They are starch-converted products, which find applications in dyes, adhesives, foundries and other industries.

Unlike starch, Dextrins are soluble in water. The severity of the heat and acid treatment determines the degree of solubility, which is the basis for classifying or grading Dextrins . Finished Dextrins are very fine, powder varying in colour from pure white to light yellow.