Used primarily in nuclear fuel processing and research laboratories as a source of uranium for the preparation of uranium compounds and nuclear materials. It serves as a catalyst in certain organic reactions and is employed in analytical chemistry for uranium determination. Historically used in the glass and ceramic industry to produce colored glazes and tinted glass, though this application has declined due to radioactivity concerns. Also utilized in radiation shielding tests and as a precursor in the synthesis of uranium dioxide for nuclear reactor fuel. Requires careful handling due to its radioactivity and chemical toxicity.