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Kilograms to Grams

Kilograms to Grams (kg to g) Converter

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How it’s calculated

The kilogram is 1 000 grams exactly, by definition of the SI prefix kilo.

1 kg = 1,000 g (exact) · 1 g = 0.001 kg (exact)

g = kg × 1000

  • Multiply the value in kilograms by 1000.
  • To go back, divide by 1000 (or multiply by 0.001).
  • 1 kg = 1,000 g · 1 g = 0.001 kg

Step by step

  1. Find the conversion factor

    By definition 1 kg = 1000 g. Source: BIPM SI Brochure (9th ed.).

  2. Multiply by the factor written as a fraction

    Put kg in the denominator so it cancels, leaving g.

  3. Calculate (unrounded)

  4. Round the answer

    Rounded to 5 significant figures.

Answer: 1000 g

Formula: g = kg × 1000. Factors last reviewed 2026-10-27.

Kilograms to grams conversion table

1 kilogram = 1,000 grams · 1 g = 0.001 kg

  • 1 kilogram = 1,000 grams
  • 5 kilograms = 5,000 grams
  • 10 kilograms = 10,000 grams
  • 25 kilograms = 25,000 grams
  • 100 kilograms = 100,000 grams
kilogram (kg) to gram (g)
Kilograms (kg)Grams (g)
0.1 kg100 g
0.5 kg500 g
1 kg1,000 g
2 kg2,000 g
3 kg3,000 g
4 kg4,000 g
5 kg5,000 g
6 kg6,000 g
7 kg7,000 g
8 kg8,000 g

FAQ

How do I convert kilograms to grams?

Use g = kg × 1000. Multiply the value in kilograms by 1000.

How many grams are in 1 kilogram?

1 kilogram (kg) equals 1,000 grams (g).

How many kilograms are in 1 gram?

1 gram (g) equals 0.001 kilograms (kg).

What is 10 kg in g?

10 kilograms = 10,000 grams.

What is a kilogram?

The SI base unit of mass. Since 2019 it has been defined using a constant of nature (the Planck constant) instead of a metal reference weight.

What is a gram?

Defined as exactly 1/1,000 of a kilogram.

About these units

Kilogram (kg)

SI (metric)

Base unit

The SI base unit of mass. Since 2019 it has been defined using a constant of nature (the Planck constant) instead of a metal reference weight.

Source: BIPM SI Brochure (9th ed.)

Gram (g)

SI (metric)

1 g = 0.001 kg (exact)

Defined as exactly 1/1,000 of a kilogram.

Source: BIPM SI Brochure (9th ed.)

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