Kilojoules to Kilocalories Converter (kJ to kcal)

1 kJ = 0.239006 kcal

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Formula

To convert kilojoules to kilocalories, multiply the value by 0.239005736.

kcal = kJ × 0.239005736

Example calculation

Convert 5 kJ to kcal:

5 kJ × 0.239005736 = 1.19503 kcal

Conversion table

kilojoules → kilocalories
kJkcal
10.2390
20.4780
30.7170
40.9560
51.1950
61.4340
71.6730
81.9120
92.1511
102.3901
153.5851
204.7801
255.9751
307.1702
358.3652
409.5602
4510.7553
5011.9503
5513.1453
6014.3403
6515.5354
7016.7304
7517.9254
8019.1205
8520.3155
9021.5105
9522.7055
10023.9006
20047.8011
500119.5029
1000239.0057
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About the units

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

Frequently asked questions

How do I convert kilojoules to kilocalories?
To convert kilojoules to kilocalories, multiply the value by 0.239005736.
How many kilocalories are in 1 kilojoule?
1 kilojoule equals 0.239006 kcal.
How many kilocalories are in 10 kilojoules?
10 kJ equals 2.39006 kcal.
How do I convert kilocalories back to kilojoules?
Use the reverse converter: 1 kilocalorie equals 4.184 kJ.
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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