Palmitic acid is a fatty acid with a 16-carbon chain. It is the most common saturated fatty acid found in animals, plants and microorganisms. Its chemical formula is CH₃(CH₂)₁₄COOH, and its C:D ratio is 16:0. It is a major component of palm oil from the fruit of Elaeis guineensis, making up to 44% of total fats.
Palmitic acid in Pakistan
Formula: C₁₆H₃₂O₂
Molar mass: 256.43 g/mol
IUPAC ID: hexadecanoic acid
Boiling point: 351 °C
Density: 853 kg/m³
Melting point: 62.9 °C
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