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Kilocalories to Calories converter

Convert kcal to cal instantly. Type any value and get the result in calories. 1 kcal = 1,000 cal.

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1 kcal=
1,000cal
formula1 kcal = 1,000 cal

Common kilocalories → calories

=1,000 cal
=2,000 cal
=5,000 cal
=10,000 cal
=20,000 cal
=50,000 cal
=100,000 cal
=500,000 cal
=1,000,000 cal

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Convert the other way
Calories to Kilocalories

How to convert kilocalories to calories

To convert kilocalories to calories, multiply the value by 1,000.

Formula
cal = kcal × 1,000

For example:

  • →5 kcal = 5,000 cal
  • →100 kcal = 100,000 cal

Quick reference

  • ▸1 kcal = 1,000 cal
  • ▸1 cal = 0.001 kcal

When you need to convert kcal to cal

  • ·Nutrition — converting calories to kilojoules on food labels.
  • ·Electricity bills — kWh consumption.
  • ·Heating — BTU ratings for furnaces.
  • ·Exercise — calorie burn during workouts.
  • ·Science — chemistry and physics problems.

Frequently asked

How many calories are in 1 kilocalorie?
One kilocalorie equals 1,000 calories.
How do I convert kcal to cal in my head?
Multiply the value in kilocalories by 1,000 to get calories.
What is the formula for kilocalories to calories?
cal = kcal × 1,000.
What is the reverse — how many kilocalories in 1 calorie?
One calorie equals 0.001 kilocalories.

Related conversions

Calories to Kilocalories
1 cal = 0.001 kcal
Kilocalories to Joules
1 kcal = 4,184 J
Kilocalories to Kilojoules
1 kcal = 4.184 kJ
Kilocalories to Watt-hours
1 kcal = 1.16222 Wh
Joules to Calories
1 J = 0.239006 cal
Kilojoules to Calories
1 kJ = 239.006 cal
Watt-hours to Calories
1 Wh = 860.421 cal
Kilowatt-hours to Calories
1 kWh = 860,421 cal
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