Widely used as a chiral ligand in asymmetric catalysis, this compound plays a key role in enantioselective hydrogenation reactions. It is particularly effective in the synthesis of chiral amines and amino acid derivatives, which are important intermediates in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Its rigid pyrrolidine backbone and two phosphine groups allow for strong coordination to transition metals like rhodium and ruthenium, enhancing catalytic activity and stereocontrol. Due to its ability to induce high enantioselectivity, it is employed in the production of bioactive molecules where optical purity is critical. The ligand’s structure supports applications in both academic research and industrial-scale processes for fine chemical synthesis.