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Convert Kilocalories to Calories

Use our accurate converter to change kilocalories into calories. This tool is simple to use and works instantly.

How to Calculate

To change kilocalories to calories, you just need to know the conversion factor.

Rule: 1 Kilocalories = 1,000 Calories

Kilocalories to Calories
Pre-defined calculator for direct kilocalories to calories conversion.
Kilocalories (kcal)
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Calories (IT) (cal)
Formula: 1 Kilocalories = 1,000 Calories

Unit Information

About Kilocalories

Definition: A kilocalorie is equal to 1,000 calories.

History: This is what is usually meant by a 'Calorie' on food boxes.

Where it is used: Primary unit for talking about the energy in the food we eat.

Kilocalories to Calories Conversion Table

Kilocalories [kcal]Calories [cal]
0.01 kcal10 cal
0.1 kcal100 cal
1 kcal1,000 cal
2 kcal2,000 cal
3 kcal3,000 cal
5 kcal5,000 cal
10 kcal10,000 cal
20 kcal20,000 cal
50 kcal50,000 cal
100 kcal100,000 cal
1000 kcal1,000,000.0000000001 cal

How to Convert Kilocalories to Calories

Calculation: To convert kilocalories to calories, multiply the value by the conversion factor (1,000).

Example: convert 15 kcal to cal:
15 kcal = 15 × 1,000 cal = 15,000 cal

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