1. Performance Chemicals

• Precursor to Industrial Catalysts: ATM is thermally decomposed to form molybdenum trioxide (MoO₃) or directly impregnated onto supports (like alumina) to prepare hydrodesulfurization (HDS) catalysts, crucial in removing sulfur from petroleum and diesel fuels.
• Catalyst for Oxidation Reactions: Acts as a selective oxidation catalyst in chemical processes involving aldehydes, olefins, or alcohols, facilitating the production of formaldehyde, acrolein, acrylic acid, etc.
• Reagent for Research and Analysis: Used as a reagent in coordination chemistry and to study molybdenum’s behavior in complex formation, catalysis, and environmental testing.
• Standard for Molybdenum Determination: Applied in chemical assays where a known molybdenum source is required for calibration and quality control.

 2. Agrochemicals

• Micronutrient in Fertilizers: ATM serves as a water-soluble source of molybdenum, a vital trace element involved in nitrogen fixation and nitrate reduction, particularly for legumes, oilseeds, and vegetables.
• Foliar Spray & Soil Conditioner: Incorporated in foliar nutrient solutions or soil amendment to prevent or correct molybdenum deficiencies, especially in acidic soils.

3. Metal Treatment

• Production of Molybdenum Metal: ATM is reduced with hydrogen gas to yield pure molybdenum powder, which is essential for making high-strength alloys, electrodes, and superalloys for aerospace and military uses.
• Alloying Additive: Molybdenum from ATM improves corrosion resistance, thermal stability, and mechanical strength in specialty steels used in tools, turbines, and structural components.

4. Paints, Coatings & Adhesives

• Source Material for Molybdate Pigments: ATM is used to synthesize molybdate-based pigments like zinc molybdate and calcium molybdate, which act as corrosion inhibitors in protective coatings and paints.
• Pigment Intermediate in Ceramic Glazes: Converts into molybdate colorants used in ceramic, enamel, and porcelain glazes, producing various oxide-based hues depending on the composition.

5. Water Treatment 

• Corrosion Inhibitor Precursor: ATM is used to produce ammonium or sodium molybdate, which are applied in closed water systems, cooling towers, and heat exchangers as environmentally friendly inhibitors, replacing chromates.
• Additive in Boiler Water Formulations: Helps prevent scaling and corrosion in steam-generating systems by forming protective molybdate films on metal surfaces.