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Convert calories to kilocalories

Convert calories (cal) to kilocalories (kcal). 1 cal = 0.001 kcal, and 1 kcal = 1,000 cal.

1 cal = 0.001 kcal

Calories to KCAL formula

kcal = cal × 0.001

Multiply the number of calories by 0.001.

Example: To convert 1 cal to kilocalories: 1 × 0.001 = 0.001 kcal.

Quick answers

What is 1 cal in kilocalories?
1 cal = 0.001 kcal
What is 1,000 cal in kilocalories?
1,000 cal = 1 kcal

Calories to KCAL conversion table

KCAL to Calories table
calories (cal)kilocalories (kcal)
1 cal0.001 kcal
10 cal0.01 kcal
100 cal0.1 kcal
500 cal0.5 kcal
1,000 cal1 kcal
4,184 cal4.184 kcal
10,000 cal10 kcal

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in a kilocalorie?

There are 1,000 calories in a kilocalorie (1 kcal = 1,000 cal), so 1 cal = 0.001 kcal.

How do I convert calories to kilocalories?

Multiply the number of calories by 0.001. To convert 1 cal to kilocalories: 1 × 0.001 = 0.001 kcal.

Is the Calories to KCAL conversion exact?

Yes. Both units are defined exactly, so 1 calorie is exactly 0.001 kilocalories. Results on this page are rounded to six significant digits; pick more decimals in the converter if you need them.

What is 1 cal in kilocalories?

1 cal = 0.001 kcal.

How do I convert kilocalories back to calories?

Use the reverse relationship: 1 kcal = 1,000 cal. The KCAL to Calories page has a converter and a full table.

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