Used as a precursor in the production of molybdenum metal and alloys, especially in powder metallurgy for manufacturing high-strength components. Commonly added to steel and superalloys to enhance hardness, tensile strength, and resistance to high temperatures and corrosion. Employed in the electronics industry for semiconductor substrates and thin-film transistors. Also utilized in catalysts for petroleum refining and chemical synthesis, as well as in coatings for wear resistance and high-temperature applications.