Scientific unit conversion

Calories to Kilojoules Converter

Convert calories to kilojoules instantly with the formula, worked examples, rounding guidance, and related energy conversions.

Converters

12

Units

85

Mode

Live

Result

0.004184
kJ / 1 cal = 0.004184 kJ
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Pair-specific conversion guide

Calorie to Kilojoule formula

Use this Calorie to Kilojoule page for direct energy conversions. The calculator keeps the exact cal to kJ relationship on the page, so the result, formula, and examples all describe this specific pair.

Formula model

1 cal = 0.004184 kJ

1 Calorie equals

Quick factor: 1 cal = 0.004184 kJ.

The current calculator value is 1 cal, which equals 0.004184 kJ.

Use the conversion table to compare 1 cal with the other units in the same category.

Energy units can describe electricity, heat, or nutrition, so retain the unit symbol with every result.

Precision and rounding

The calculation uses the catalog's fixed conversion factors between cal and kJ. Full decimal precision is kept for the calculation; only the displayed value is rounded for readability.

Reference: NIST conversion factors

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Conversion table

1 Calorie equals

Unit Value
Joule J 4.184
Kilojoule kJ 0.004184
Kilocalorie kcal 0.001
Watt-hour Wh 0.00116222222222
Kilowatt-hour kWh 1.16222222222E-06
British thermal unit BTU 0.00396566683139

FAQ

Calorie to Kilojoule questions

How do you convert Calorie to Kilojoule?

Use the formula 1 cal = 0.004184 kJ. As a quick check, 1 cal equals 0.004184 kJ.

Is the Calorie to Kilojoule conversion exact?

This page uses fixed constants from the Converter Science catalog. Displayed results are rounded only to keep the page readable.