The Unit Converters

Convert kJ to kcal

1 Kilojoule = 0.238846 kilocalories


Conversion Formula

To convert kilojoule to Kilocalorie, multiply the value by 0.238846.

Kilojoule × 0.238846 = Kilocalorie

Quick Reference

kJ kcal
1 0.238846
5 1.19423
10 2.38846
25 5.97115
50 11.9423
100 23.8846
500 119.423
1000 238.846

What is Kilojoule?

The kilojoule (symbol: kJ) is a decimal multiple of the joule, the SI unit of energy.

One kilojoule is equal to 1,000 joules.

Common Uses

Kilojoules are commonly used to express the energy content of foods (as an alternative to calories) and in many engineering and industrial contexts to measure larger amounts of energy.

What is Kilocalorie?

The kilocalorie (symbol: kcal) is a unit of energy equal to 1,000 small calories.

It is often referred to as the food calorie or simply a Calorie (with a capital C) in nutritional contexts.

Common Uses

The kilocalorie is the standard unit used globally to represent the energy content of foods and the energy expenditure of physical activity in humans.

How many kilocalories are in a kilojoule?

There are 0.238846 kilocalories in 1 kilojoule.

What is the formula to convert Kilojoule to Kilocalorie?

To convert Kilojoule to Kilocalorie, multiply the value by 0.238846.


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