Calorie to Kilojoule Converter

1 cal = 0.004184 kJ

1 cal = 0.004184 kJ

Calorie to Kilojoule Table

Calorie (cal)Kilojoule (kJ)
0.010.00004184
0.10.0004184
10.004184
20.008368
50.02092
100.04184
200.08368
500.2092
1000.4184
5002.092
10004.184

How to Convert Calorie to Kilojoule

To convert Calorie (cal) to Kilojoule (kJ), use the formula: 1 cal = 0.004184 kJ.

For example, to convert 5 cal to kJ: 5 cal = 0.02092 kJ. Similarly, 10 cal = 0.04184 kJ, 25 cal = 0.1046 kJ, and 100 cal = 0.4184 kJ.

To convert in the other direction, 1 kJ = 239.01 cal. Simply enter your value in either field above for instant bi-directional conversion.

What is a Calorie?

A calorie (cal) is the energy needed to raise 1 gram of water by 1°C. Small calories are used in chemistry and physics.

What is a Kilojoule?

A kilojoule (kJ) equals 1,000 joules. Kilojoules are used on food labels in Australia, Europe, and many other countries.

Common Calorie to Kilojoule Conversions

Here are some frequently looked-up conversions between Calorie and Kilojoule:

  • 1 cal = 0.004184 kJ
  • 5 cal = 0.02092 kJ
  • 10 cal = 0.04184 kJ
  • 25 cal = 0.1046 kJ
  • 100 cal = 0.4184 kJ

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