Palmitic Acid

lipid

Hexadecanoic acid

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About

The most common saturated fatty acid. Found in palm oil, meat, and dairy. A straight chain that packs tightly, making saturated fats solid.

Molecular Properties

Formula
C16H32O2
Molecular Weight
256.42 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)O