Kilojoules to Kilocalories Converter

Convert kilojoules to kilocalories (kJ to kcal) instantly with our free online converter. Accurate results with decimal precision.

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How to convert kilojoules to kilocalories?

To convert kilojoules to kilocalories, you can use the following conversion factor: **1 kilojoule = 0.239006 kilocalories**, multiply the number of kilojoules by 0.239006.

E(kcal) = E(kJ) × 0.239006

Example

Convert 4.184 kJ to kilocalories:

E(kcal) = 4.184kJ × 0.239006 = 1kcal

How many kilocalories in a kilojoule?

There are 0.239006 kilocalories in one kilojoule.

1kJ = 0.239006kcal

1kJ = 0.239006kcal

How many kilojoules in a kilocalorie?

There are 4.184 kilojoules in one kilocalorie.

1kcal = 4.184kJ

1kcal = 4.184kJ

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 kilojoules to kilocalories conversion table

Kilojoules (kJ) Kilocalories (kcal)
0.1 kJ 0.0239006 kcal
1 kJ 0.239006 kcal
4.184 kJ 1 kcal
5 kJ 1.19503 kcal
10 kJ 2.39006 kcal
20 kJ 4.78012 kcal
50 kJ 11.9503 kcal
100 kJ 23.9006 kcal
200 kJ 47.8012 kcal
500 kJ 119.503 kcal
1000 kJ 239.006 kcal