Palmitic acid, or hexadecanoic acid in IUPAC nomenclature, is the most common saturated fatty acid found in animals, plants and microorganisms.
                                 
                                
                                    
                                    P 1257 (OTTO) Palmitic acid, for biochemistry, 99%+ Cas 57-10-3 - used as a thickening agent of napalm used in military actions.