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Kilojoules to Kilocalories Converter
Convert kilojoules to kilocalories instantly. 1 kilojoule = 0.239006 kilocalories.
0.239006
1 kJ = 0.239006 kcal
Common conversions
From 1 kilojoules- Joules (J)1000
- Calories (cal)239.006
- Kilocalories (kcal)0.239006
- Watt-hours (Wh)0.277778
- Kilowatt-hours (kWh)0.000277778
- BTU (BTU)0.947813
- Electronvolts (eV)6.2415e+21
How it works
Kilocalories = Kilojoules × 0.2390057361
Multiply the number of kilojoules by 0.2390057361 to get kilocalories. To go back, multiply by 4.184. Examples: 1 kJ = 0.239006 kcal · 5 kJ = 1.19503 kcal · 10 kJ = 2.39006 kcal · 100 kJ = 23.9006 kcal.
Frequently asked
How many kilocalories are in a kilojoule?
1 kilojoule = 0.239006 kilocalories.
What is the formula to convert kilojoules to kilocalories?
Kilocalories = Kilojoules × 0.2390057361
Is this conversion exact?
The conversion factor between kilojoules and kilocalories is defined by international standards and is exact to at least 10 significant figures here.
Can I convert in the opposite direction?
Yes — use our Kilocalories to Kilojoules converter, or multiply your value by 4.184.
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