kilocalories to calories
Convert kilocalorie (food cal) to calorie (small) — instant, free, with the formula shown.
How to convert kilocalorie (food cal) to calorie (small)
To convert kilocalorie (food cal) to calorie (small), multiply by 1000:
For example, 10 kcal × 1000 = 10000 cal.
kcal to cal conversion table
| kilocalories (kcal) | calories (cal) |
|---|---|
| 1 kcal | 1000 cal |
| 2 kcal | 2000 cal |
| 5 kcal | 5000 cal |
| 10 kcal | 10000 cal |
| 25 kcal | 25000 cal |
| 50 kcal | 50000 cal |
| 100 kcal | 100000 cal |
| 250 kcal | 250000 cal |
| 500 kcal | 500000 cal |
| 1000 kcal | 1000000 cal |
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kcal to cal — frequently asked
How many calories are in 1 kilocalorie (food cal)?
1 kilocalorie (food cal) = 1000 calories (kcal × 1000 = cal).
What is the formula to convert kilocalorie (food cal) to calorie (small)?
Multiply your kilocalorie (food cal) value by 1000 to get calorie (small).
How do I convert 10 kilocalories to calories?
10 kcal = 10000 cal. For 100 kcal the answer is 100000 cal. Use the calculator on this page for any other value.
When to convert kilocalorie (food cal) to calorie (small)
Energy conversion — common questions
Is a food calorie the same as a calorie?
No — a food 'Calorie' (capital C) actually means 1 kilocalorie = 1,000 small calories = 4,184 J. Nutrition labels typically write 'cal' meaning kcal.
How many joules in 1 kWh?
1 kWh = 3,600,000 J (3.6 MJ). Because 1 kW × 1 hour = 1,000 W × 3,600 s = 3,600,000 J.
What is a BTU?
British Thermal Unit — the energy required to raise 1 pound of water by 1 °F. 1 BTU ≈ 1,055 J.