Kilocalories to Kilojoules Converter (kcal to kJ)

1 kcal = 4.184 kJ

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Formula

To convert kilocalories to kilojoules, multiply the value by 4.184.

kJ = kcal × 4.184

Example calculation

Convert 5 kcal to kJ:

5 kcal × 4.184 = 20.92 kJ

Conversion table

kilocalories → kilojoules
kcalkJ
14.1840
28.3680
312.5520
416.7360
520.9200
625.1040
729.2880
833.4720
937.6560
1041.8400
1562.7600
2083.6800
25104.6000
30125.5200
35146.4400
40167.3600
45188.2800
50209.2000
55230.1200
60251.0400
65271.9600
70292.8800
75313.8000
80334.7200
85355.6400
90376.5600
95397.4800
100418.4000
200836.8000
5002092.0000
10004184.0000
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About the units

Kilocalorie (kcal)
The "food calorie" on nutrition labels. Equal to 4,184 joules.
Kilojoule (kJ)
1,000 joules; used for food energy in Australia, New Zealand and much of Europe.

Frequently asked questions

How do I convert kilocalories to kilojoules?
To convert kilocalories to kilojoules, multiply the value by 4.184.
How many kilojoules are in 1 kilocalorie?
1 kilocalorie equals 4.184 kJ.
How many kilojoules are in 10 kilocalories?
10 kcal equals 41.84 kJ.
How do I convert kilojoules back to kilocalories?
Use the reverse converter: 1 kilojoule equals 0.239006 kcal.
Is this converter accurate?
Yes. It uses the exact SI/NIST definitions of each unit and shows up to 6 significant digits.

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