cal / kcal

Calorie to Kilocalorie converter

1 cal = 0.001 kcal

This is the Calorie to Kilocalorie converter. 1 cal = 0.001 kcal.

Common values

Formula: calorie to kilocalorie

kcal = cal × 0.001 (1 CAL = 0.001 KCAL)

Reference values: calorie → kilocalorie

Common conversions

1 cal → 0.001 kcal 2 cal → 0.002 kcal 3 cal → 0.003 kcal 4 cal → 0.004 kcal 5 cal → 0.005 kcal 6 cal → 0.006 kcal 8 cal → 0.008 kcal 10 cal → 0.01 kcal 12 cal → 0.012 kcal 15 cal → 0.015 kcal 20 cal → 0.02 kcal 25 cal → 0.025 kcal

FAQ for cal → kcal

Is a food “Calorie” the same as a kilocalorie?

Yes. On labels, Calorie almost always means kilocalorie (kcal).

Manual conversion?

kcal = cal × 0.001 (1 CAL = 0.001 KCAL)

Reverse conversion?

1 kilocalorie ≈ 1000 calorie. Swap units in the form or use the reverse link.

How much is 1 calorie on a food label in kilocalorie?

0.001 kilocalorie. Factor 1 calorie = 0.001 kilocalorie.

Why do labels show both kcal and kJ?

Many regions require both. Roughly 1 kcal = 4.184 kJ. Use the calculator for any amount.

How the Calorie to Kilocalorie converter works

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