(under subclass 102) Compounds which are any of various gummy polysaccharides produced by thermal or acid degradation of starch, and derivatives of such compounds.
(1) Note. Dextrins are carbohydrates, intermediate between starch and sugars. Degradation of dextrins yields maltose and glucose.
(2) Note. Derivatives of dextrins which remain gummy polysaccharides are classified herein; however, sugars are not provided for here.