Palmitic Acid

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Also known as:  PA

 

Description

Palmitic Acid is a type of Long-Chain Saturated Fatty Acid with a carbon chain length of sixteen (C16:0) and a melting point of 63º C.

 

Palmitic Acid Enhances the Function of these Substances

Phospholipids

 Palmitic Acid is an optional component of Phospholipids:

 Phosphatidylcholine

 Phosphatidylethanolamine

 Phosphatidylinositol

 Phosphatidylserine

 

Sorbitan Derivatives

 Palmitic Acid is a component of Polysorbate 60.

 Palmitic Acid is a component of Polysorbate 80.

 

These Substances Enhance the Function of Palmitic Acid

Enzymes

 Delta-9 Desaturase enzyme converts Palmitic Acid to the Monounsaturated Fatty Acid - Palmitoleic Acid (POA).

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