Sedoheptulose anhydride is a compound belonging to the class of carbohydrates. It is a derivative of sedoheptulose, a seven-carbon sugar. Sedoheptulose anhydride is commonly used in biochemistry as a precursor for various metabolic pathways. It can be converted into Sedoheptulose 1,7-bisphosphate, which is an important molecule for photosynthesis and carbon fixation. In addition to its use in biochemistry, Sedoheptulose anhydride has applications in cancer research.