Stearic Acid. PALMERA A9018 Stearic Acid by KLK OLEO acts as a surfactant and opacifier. It is fatty acid derived from renewable vegetable oils. It contains >90% C18 fatty acid. It is readily biodegradable and is GMO-free. It is bovine spongiform encephalopathy/ transmissible spongiform encephalopathy-free. PALMERA A9018 Stearic Acid is a main renewable ingredient for production of soaps. Its applications include toiletries, transparent soaps and other cosmetic care products. It is KOSHER certified.