Used as a precursor in sol-gel processes for preparing lithium-containing oxide materials, such as lithium niobate or lithium tantalate, which are important in electro-optic and piezoelectric devices. Also employed in the synthesis of lithium-based catalysts and as a dopant source in the fabrication of cathode materials for lithium-ion batteries. Its ability to chelate metal ions makes it useful in thin film deposition techniques like chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and atomic layer deposition (ALD), where controlled release of lithium is required. Additionally, it serves as a reagent in organic synthesis for lithium-mediated reactions.