| abstract |
Particles having excellent touch properties are achieved with a water-soluble material having excellent biodegradability. Particles according to the present invention contain a starch having an amylopectin content of 90% by weight or more. The average particle diameter d<sub>1</sub> of the particles is 0.5 to 20 µm, and the maximum particle diameter d<sub>2</sub> is less than 30 µm while being within 3.0 times the average particle diameter. |