Kilocalories to Kilojoules Converter

Food Calories (kilocalories) to kilojoules is required for nutrition labels in Australia, New Zealand and the EU. One kcal is exactly 4.184 kJ.

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How to use the Kilocalories to Kilojoules Converter

  1. Type the number of kilocalories in the box
  2. The value in kilojoules appears instantly
  3. Use the table for common values, or switch units to convert anything else

Kilocalories to Kilojoules formula

kJ = kcal × 4.184

Example: 150 kcal × 4.184 = 627.6 kJ.

💡 A 2,000-Calorie daily diet is 8,368 kJ.

Kilocalories to Kilojoules conversion chart

KilocaloriesKilojoules
1 kcal4.184 kJ
50 kcal209.2 kJ
100 kcal418.4 kJ
150 kcal627.6 kJ
200 kcal836.8 kJ
250 kcal1,046 kJ
500 kcal2,092 kJ
1,000 kcal4,184 kJ
1,500 kcal6,276 kJ
2,000 kcal8,368 kJ
2,500 kcal10,460 kJ
3,000 kcal12,552 kJ

Frequently asked questions

How do I convert kilocalories to kilojoules?

Use the formula kJ = kcal × 4.184. For example, 150 kcal = 627.6 kJ.

How many kilojoules are in 1 kilocalorie (food calorie)?

1 kcal = 4.184 kJ.

Any handy reference points?

A 2,000-Calorie daily diet is 8,368 kJ.

Is this kilocalories to kilojoules converter accurate?

Yes. It uses exact definitions (for example, 1 inch = 2.54 cm and 1 lb = 0.45359237 kg) and shows up to 10 significant digits.

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