This vitamin related compound, also known as L-Carnitine, presents as a white to almost white crystalline powder. It is known to be soluble in water, pyridine, dimethyl sulfoxide, methanol and ethanol. Keep container tightly closed and in a cool and dark place. Store under inert gas and protected from moisture, preferably at ambient temperatures - this substance is hygroscopic. (R)-3-Carboxy-2-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-1-propanaminium, inner salt is incompatible with oxidizing agents. This chemical has no known toxicities.