Used primarily as a ligand in coordination chemistry, this compound facilitates the formation of stable metal complexes due to its chelating dithioether groups. It finds application in catalysis, particularly in reactions involving transition metals, where it helps improve selectivity and reaction efficiency. Its structure supports the development of specialized organometallic compounds used in synthetic organic transformations. Additionally, it serves as a building block in the design of macrocyclic systems and supramolecular architectures.