1,2-Bis(phosphino)benzene is primarily used as a ligand in coordination chemistry and catalysis. It forms stable complexes with transition metals, making it valuable in various catalytic processes, including hydrogenation, hydroformylation, and carbon-carbon bond formation reactions. Its ability to stabilize metal centers enhances the efficiency and selectivity of these reactions. Additionally, it is employed in the synthesis of organometallic compounds and in the development of homogeneous catalysts for industrial applications. The compound’s unique structure also makes it useful in materials science for creating metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and other advanced materials.