Used as a precursor in chemical vapor deposition (CVD) processes for depositing cerium-containing thin films. These films are applied in catalytic systems, especially in automotive exhaust catalysts and fuel cell components, due to cerium’s redox properties. Also employed in research for synthesizing nanostructured cerium oxides with high surface area, which show enhanced activity in oxidation reactions. Its organometallic structure allows for controlled decomposition at moderate temperatures, making it suitable for low-temperature deposition applications.