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Convert kilojoules (kJ) to kilocalories (kcal). The kilojoule (kJ) is 1,000 joules — the energy unit on food labels in Australia, New Zealand and much of Europe. The kilocalorie (kcal) is the "Calorie" of food labels and diet plans — 1,000 small calories, or about 4.18 kJ each. Everything is calculated locally in your browser — no server, and it works offline.
0.239006 kcal
in kilocalories (kilocalorie)
To convert kilojoules to kilocalories, multiply the kilojoule value by 0.239006.
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| Kilojoules (kJ) | Kilocalories (kcal) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.239006 |
| 2 | 0.478011 |
| 3 | 0.717017 |
| 4 | 0.956023 |
| 5 | 1.19503 |
| 10 | 2.39006 |
| 20 | 4.78011 |
| 50 | 11.9503 |
| 100 | 23.9006 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many kilocalories are in a kilojoule?
One kilojoule equals 0.239006 kilocalories (1 kJ = 0.239006 kcal). So to go from kilojoules to kilocalories, multiply the kilojoule value by 0.239006.
What is the formula to convert kilojoules to kilocalories?
To convert kilojoules to kilocalories, multiply the kilojoule value by 0.239006. For example, 10 kJ is 2.39006 kcal.
What is 8700 kilojoules in kilocalories?
8700 kilojoules — an adult's typical daily energy intake — is 2079.35 kilocalories. The converter above works for any value, entirely in your browser.
Is the kilojoule to kilocalorie conversion exact?
The factor used here is the defined value: 1 kJ = 0.2390057361 kcal. Results are rounded to six significant digits for readability, so for high-precision work use the full factor.
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