Convert grams to kg
Grams to kilograms. Enter a value to convert, or use the grams to kg chart further down the page.
1 gram equals 0.001 kilograms. Going the other way, 1 kilogram = 1,000 grams.
How to convert grams to kg
To convert grams to kilograms, multiply the gram value by 0.001. You can also divide by 1000 to get the same answer.
kg = g × 0.001
Worked example
Convert 15 g to kilograms:
15 g = 0.015 kg
grams to kg conversion chart
Use this grams to kg table for quick reference without typing anything.
| grams (g) | kilograms (kg) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 g | 0.00001 kg |
| 0.1 g | 0.0001 kg |
| 1 g | 0.001 kg |
| 2 g | 0.002 kg |
| 3 g | 0.003 kg |
| 5 g | 0.005 kg |
| 10 g | 0.01 kg |
| 20 g | 0.02 kg |
| 50 g | 0.05 kg |
| 100 g | 0.1 kg |
| 1,000 g | 1 kg |
What is a gram?
The gram is one thousandth of a kilogram. It is the practical unit of cooking, nutrition labels and postal weights in metric countries.
What is a kilogram?
The kilogram is the SI base unit of mass. Since 2019 it has been defined by fixing the Planck constant, replacing the platinum-iridium cylinder held near Paris.
Frequently asked questions
How many kg are in a gram?
1 grams equals 0.001 kg. Going the other way, 1 kg is 1,000 grams.
How do you convert grams to kg?
To convert grams to kilograms, multiply the gram value by 0.001. You can also divide by 1000 to get the same answer.
What is 10 grams in kg?
10 grams equals 0.01 kg. The conversion chart on this page lists the other values people look up most often.
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