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Where is palmitic acid found?

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Palmitic acid, or hexadecanoic acid, is the most common fatty acid found in animals, plants and microorganisms. It is a major component of the oil from palm trees (palm oil, palm kernel oil and coconut oil). However, palmitic acid can also be found in meats, cheeses, butter, and dairy products.

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