Kilocalorie to Calorie Converter

1 kcal = 1,000 cal

1 kcal = 1,000 cal

Kilocalorie to Calorie Table

Kilocalorie (kcal)Calorie (cal)
0.0110
0.1100
11,000
22,000
55,000
1010,000
2020,000
5050,000
100100,000
500500,000
10001,000,000

How to Convert Kilocalorie to Calorie

To convert Kilocalorie (kcal) to Calorie (cal), use the formula: 1 kcal = 1,000 cal.

For example, to convert 5 kcal to cal: 5 kcal = 5,000 cal. Similarly, 10 kcal = 10,000 cal, 25 kcal = 25,000 cal, and 100 kcal = 100,000 cal.

To convert in the other direction, 1 cal = 0.001 kcal. Simply enter your value in either field above for instant bi-directional conversion.

What is a Kilocalorie?

A kilocalorie (kcal) equals 1,000 calories — commonly called a "Calorie" on food labels. Kilocalories are the standard unit for food energy in the US.

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.

Common Kilocalorie to Calorie Conversions

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

  • 1 kcal = 1,000 cal
  • 5 kcal = 5,000 cal
  • 10 kcal = 10,000 cal
  • 25 kcal = 25,000 cal
  • 100 kcal = 100,000 cal

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