Uses: Molybdenum(VI) oxide is used in catalyst compositions to carry out desulfurization of petroleum feedstocks and to remove nitrogen-containing compounds from petroleum fractions. Other uses of this oxide include preparation of various molybdate salts and as reagents for chemical analyses. Chiefly as a reagent for chemical analysis.Used for trace metal analysis. Molybdenum trioxide (MnO3) is a compound used to make enamels adhere to metals.
