In 1 grams there are 0.001 kilograms. Meanwhile in 1 kilograms there are 1,000 grams. Keep reading to learn more about each unit of measure and how they are calculated. Or just use the Kilograms to Grams calculator above to convert any number.
* Values rounded to 6 decimal places for readability
To convert grams (g) to kilograms (kg), use this rule: 1 kg = 1,000 g.
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Tip: If you set up a fraction, put the value you want in kilograms on top and the value in grams on the bottom, since kg sits above g in the 1 kg / 1,000 g conversion factor.
To convert grams to kilograms, divide the number of grams by 1,000.
Formula: kg = g ÷ 1,000
1 gram = 0.001 kilograms.
1 kilogram = 1,000 grams.
The metric system uses powers of 10. A kilogram is a larger unit than a gram.
There are 1,000 grams in 1 kilogram, so you divide by 1,000 to convert.
100 g = 0.1 kg.
250 g = 0.25 kg.
500 g = 0.5 kg.
750 g = 0.75 kg.
1,200 g = 1.2 kg.
2,500 g = 2.5 kg.
To convert kilograms to grams, multiply by 1,000.
Formula: g = kg × 1,000
Move the decimal point three places to the left.
Example: 3,450 g becomes 3.45 kg.
Keep the same number and shift the decimal three places left. Add zeros if needed.
Example: 45 g = 0.045 kg.
A gram is one-thousandth of a kilogram.
1 g = 0.001 kg.
Both measure mass in the metric system.
A gram (g) is smaller, used for light items.
A kilogram (kg) is larger, used for heavier items.
Use grams for small amounts like spices, jewelry, and small packages.
Use kilograms for body weight, large food items, and shipping weights.
Here are quick reference values:
The conversion between grams and kilograms stays the same because both measure mass.
Liquids often use milliliters and liters for volume. Mass can change based on density.
Yes, if the recipe lists weights in grams, you can convert to kilograms.
This helps when scaling recipes or weighing larger batches.
Divide the total grams by 1,000 to get kilograms.
Example: 8,600 g = 8.6 kg.
The Calculate Box tool to convert grams to kilograms uses the open source script Convert.js to convert units of measurement. To use this tool, simply type a grams value in the box and have it instantly converted to kilograms.