dextrin

• Polisacárido insípido e inodoro, de consistencia gomosa, que se obtiene por hidrólisis del almidón y se usa generalmente como espesante, en adhesivos y como aditivo alimentario.

A tasteless, odorless gummy polysaccharide derived from the hydrolysis of starch, commonly used as a thickening agent, in adhesives, and in dietary supplements.

1. Polysaccharide from starchC1formalscientific

   Any of a group of soluble polysaccharides obtained by the partial hydrolysis of starch, used as a thickening agent, adhesive, or dietary supplement.

   dextrina

   • Dextrin is commonly used as a binder in pharmaceutical tablets.
   • The adhesive on stamps often contains dextrin for its sticky properties.
   • Some dietary supplements include dextrin as a source of soluble fiber.