UnitConConvert Joules to Calories
Convert joules to kilocalories for nutrition, chemistry, and energy comparison. This page is useful when SI energy values need food-label interpretation.
Formula
Divide joules by 4184 to get kilocalories. To reverse, multiply kilocalories by 4184 to get joules.
Quick reference
| Joule (J) | Kilocalorie (kcal) |
|---|---|
| 100 | 0.02390057 |
| 500 | 0.1195029 |
| 1000 | 0.2390057 |
| 4184 | 1 |
| 10000 | 2.390057 |
| 50000 | 11.95029 |
| 100000 | 23.90057 |
| 500000 | 119.5029 |
| 1000000 | 239.0057 |
| 10000000 | 2,390.057 |