Joules to Kilocalories

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Joules j

Kilocalories kcal

1 j = — kcal

Quick reference

Joules (j)	Kilocalories (kcal)

Formula

Kilocalories = joules ÷ 4184

Multiply the joules value by 0.0002390057361376673 to get kilocalories. To reverse — divide kilocalories by 0.0002390057361376673 to get joules.

About this conversion

The joule (J) is the SI unit of energy, equal to the work done by a force of one newton over one meter. Learn more →

The kilocalorie (kcal), also called a food calorie or Calorie, equals 1,000 calories and is used in nutrition. Learn more →