Kilocalories to Kilojoules Converter
Convert kilocalories to kilojoules (kcal to kJ) instantly with our free online converter. Accurate results with decimal precision.
How to convert kilocalories to kilojoules?
To convert kilocalories to kilojoules, you can use the following conversion factor: **1 kilocalorie = 4.184 kilojoules**, multiply the number of kilocalories by 4.184.
E(kJ) = E(kcal) × 4.184
Example
Convert 1 kcal to kilojoules:
E(kJ) = 1kcal × 4.184 = 4.184kJ
How many kilojoules in a kilocalorie?
There are 4.184 kilojoules in one kilocalorie.
1kcal = 4.184kJ
1kcal = 4.184kJ
How many kilocalories in a kilojoule?
There are 0.239006 kilocalories in one kilojoule.
1kJ = 0.239006kcal
1kJ = 0.239006kcal
What is a Kilocalorie?
A kilocalorie (kcal) is a unit of energy equal to 1000 calories. It is commonly used in nutrition to measure the energy content of food and is often referred to as a 'Calorie' (with capital C) on food labels.
Popular kilocalories to kilojoules conversion table
| Kilocalories (kcal) | Kilojoules (kJ) |
|---|---|
| 0.001 kcal | 0.004184 kJ |
| 0.01 kcal | 0.04184 kJ |
| 0.1 kcal | 0.4184 kJ |
| 0.5 kcal | 2.092 kJ |
| 1 kcal | 4.184 kJ |
| 2 kcal | 8.368 kJ |
| 5 kcal | 20.92 kJ |
| 10 kcal | 41.84 kJ |
| 20 kcal | 83.68 kJ |
| 50 kcal | 209.2 kJ |
| 100 kcal | 418.4 kJ |