Convert kg to carats
Kilograms to carats. Enter a value to convert, or use the kg to carats chart further down the page.
1 kilogram equals 5,000 carats. Going the other way, 1 carat = 0.0002 kilograms.
How to convert kg to carats
To convert kilograms to carats, multiply the kilogram value by 5000. You can also divide by 0.0002 to get the same answer.
ct = kg × 5000
Worked example
Convert 15 kg to carats:
15 kg = 75,000 ct
kg to carats conversion chart
Use this kg to carats table for quick reference without typing anything.
| kilograms (kg) | carats (ct) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 kg | 50 ct |
| 0.1 kg | 500 ct |
| 1 kg | 5,000 ct |
| 2 kg | 10,000 ct |
| 3 kg | 15,000 ct |
| 5 kg | 25,000 ct |
| 10 kg | 50,000 ct |
| 20 kg | 100,000 ct |
| 50 kg | 250,000 ct |
| 100 kg | 500,000 ct |
| 1,000 kg | 5,000,000 ct |
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.
What is a carat?
The metric carat is exactly 200 milligrams and is used to weigh gemstones.
Frequently asked questions
How many carats are in a kilogram?
1 kg equals 5,000 carats. Going the other way, 1 carats is 0.0002 kg.
How do you convert kg to carats?
To convert kilograms to carats, multiply the kilogram value by 5000. You can also divide by 0.0002 to get the same answer.
What is 10 kg in carats?
10 kg equals 50,000 carats. The conversion chart on this page lists the other values people look up most often.
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