Inositol is widely distributed in animals and plants and is a growth factor for animals and microorganisms. It is a vitamin like substance found in many plants and animals.  
Inositol is commonly used to treat metabolic syndrome, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder and other mental health concerns.  It also benefits the immune system and healthy hair and nails growth.

• Appearance: White crystalline powder
  
• Solubility: Soluble in water (14 g/100 mL (25 ºC))
  
• Stability: Stable. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.