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Heptadecanoic acid, also known as margaric acid, is a saturated fatty acid with the chemical formula CH3(CH2)15COOH. It is a straight-chain fatty acid containing seventeen carbon atoms. Heptadecanoic acid is found in small amounts in milk fat and in some animal and vegetable fats. It is also produced by the gut microbiota and can be found in human adipose tissue. While not as common as other fatty acids like palmitic or stearic acid, it plays a role in lipid metabolism and has been investigated for its potential physiological effects. It is a solid at room temperature and has a waxy appearance. Heptadecanoic acid can be synthesized chemically and is sometimes used in research laboratories. Its presence in biological samples can be an indicator of certain metabolic processes or dietary intakes.