Stearic acid, also known as Octadecanoic acid or Stearophanic acid, is a type of lengthy and saturated fatty acid. This fatty acid is commonly found in different flora and fauna lipids. Its presence is dominant in both shea and cocoa butter.
The chemical composition of this acid comprises C18H36O2. Stearic acid is mainly used in the production of detergents, soaps, and cosmetics such as shampoos and shaving cream products. It also helps objects such as bars of soap, candles, oil pastels, and hard candies retain their shapes.
