Description
What it is. Dextrin is starch partially hydrolysed by acid treatment. It is obtained from plant-based starches (cereals, potato, etc.), a process that shortens the glucose chains compared with native starch.
What it is for. This type of raw material is generally used as a readily digestible source of carbohydrate energy in compound feed. It may also serve as a binder or texturing agent in certain formulations, particularly for young animals whose capacity to digest native starch is limited. Its use applies to various species, with no particular life stage documented in the available sources.
Points to watch. The exact composition (degree of hydrolysis, botanical origin) may vary depending on the manufacturing process, which affects its nutritional value. No maximum inclusion level is specified in the available sources; refer to the supplier's technical data sheet and ensure appropriate storage conditions (protection from moisture).
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