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Carats to Kilograms Converter

Convert carats to kilograms and kilograms to carats instantly. Bidirectional weight converter for gemstone measurements.

ct

Kilograms

0.5

kg

2500 ct = 0.5 kg

kg = ct ÷ 5,000

How to Convert Carats to Kilograms

Divide the carat value by 5,000. Since one carat equals 0.2 grams and one kilogram equals 1,000 grams, there are 5,000 carats per kilogram.

Conversion Formula

  • Carats to Kilograms: kg = ct ÷ 5,000
  • Kilograms to Carats: ct = kg × 5,000

Common Conversions

CaratsKilograms
500.0100
1000.0200
5000.1000
1,0000.2000
2,5000.5000
5,0001.0000
10,0002.0000

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FAQ

How many carats in a kilogram?

One kilogram equals exactly 5,000 carats.

How do I convert carats to kilograms?

Divide the carat value by 5,000. For example, 2,500 ct = 0.5 kg.

When is this conversion useful?

Used in the gemstone industry when converting large quantities of gems or precious stones to standard metric weight.

Is this conversion exact?

Yes. One carat equals exactly 0.2 g = 0.0002 kg, so one kilogram contains exactly 5,000 carats.