Convert Kilograms (kg) to Grams (g)

Kilograms (kg) to grams (g) is the everyday metric mass conversion for cooking, shipping and science.

1000

Formula

1 kg = 1000 g

To convert kg to g, multiply the value by 1000.

Conversion Table

Kilograms to Grams Conversion Table
Kilograms (kg)Grams (g)
0.01 kg10 g
0.1 kg100 g
0.5 kg500 g
1 kg1000 g
2 kg2000 g
3 kg3000 g
5 kg5000 g
10 kg10000 g
15 kg15000 g
20 kg20000 g
25 kg25000 g
50 kg50000 g
100 kg100000 g
250 kg250000 g
500 kg500000 g
1000 kg1000000 g
2500 kg2500000 g
5000 kg5000000 g
10000 kg10000000 g
50000 kg50000000 g

Common kg to g Examples

About kg to g

1 kg = 1,000 g, so 0.5 kg = 500 g and 2.5 kg = 2,500 g. The kilo prefix again means a thousand.

Kitchen reference: a 250 g block of butter is 0.25 kg, a 1.5 kg chicken is 1,500 g, and a 1 kg bag of flour is 1,000 g.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many grams are in a kilogram?

Exactly 1,000 grams.

Is 500 g half a kilo?

Yes — 500 g equals 0.5 kg.

How do I convert kg to g by hand?

Take the value in kg and multiply the value by 1000. The result is the same value expressed in g.

Is the conversion from kg to g exact?

The ratio 1000 is defined to high precision and is exact for most practical purposes. Rounding only matters when many decimal places are needed.

How much is 1 kg in g?

1 kg equals 1000 g. This ratio applies to every conversion between the two units.

What is the formula to convert kg to g?

The formula is 1 kg = 1000 g. To convert any value, multiply the value by 1000.

What is the difference between kg and g?

Both measure Weight & Mass, but they belong to different unit systems or scales, which is why a conversion factor is needed between them.

Why are there different units for Weight & Mass?

Different regions and industries developed their own Weight & Mass standards over time. International trade and science later required conversion tools to bridge them.