Stearic acid is obtained from fats and oils by the saponification of the triglycerides using hot water. Stearic acid is mainly used in the production of detergents, soaps, and cosmetics such as shampoos and shaving cream products. Soaps are not made directly from stearic acid.
Mainly used in the production of detergents, soaps and cosmetics such as shampoos and shaving cream products.
