A metric carat is exactly 200 milligrams.
Carats to Centigrams
Convert carats (ct) to centigrams (cg) instantly. Free online weight converter with formulas, tables and examples.
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Centigram is 0.01 gram units.
cg = ct × 20
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Formula
cg = ct × 20
ct = cg ÷ 20
Conversion table
| 1 ct | 20.000000 cg |
| 5 ct | 100.000000 cg |
| 10 ct | 200.000000 cg |
| 20 ct | 400.000000 cg |
| 50 ct | 1000.000000 cg |
| 100 ct | 2000.000000 cg |
| 500 ct | 10000.000000 cg |
| 1000 ct | 20000.000000 cg |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the source unit in this conversion?
The source unit is the carat (ct). A metric carat is exactly 200 milligrams.
What is the destination unit in this conversion?
The destination unit is the centigram (cg). Centigram is 0.01 gram units.
How do I convert carats to centigrams?
Multiply the number of carats by 20 to get the equivalent value in centigrams. For example, 5 ct × 20 = 100.000000 cg.
Is the carat to centigram conversion exact?
Yes. This converter uses a fixed factor of 20, so results are precise and consistent every time you use it.
Where is this conversion commonly used?
It's used in everyday measurement, shipping and logistics, scientific and industrial work, and any context where you need to switch between carat and centigram values.
Can I convert centigrams back to carats?
Yes. Multiply the centigrams value by 0.05, or divide it by 20, to convert back to carats.
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About this conversion
This page converts carats (ct) into centigrams (cg) using the Universal Converter's mass conversion engine.
Carat-to-Centigram conversions are useful for everyday calculations, scientific work, shipping, and any task that mixes different weight or mass units.
The formula is cg = ct × 20, based on the standard definitions of carat and centigram.
Because the conversion factor is fixed, results stay consistent and repeatable no matter how many times you calculate them.
Carat: A metric carat is exactly 200 milligrams. Centigram: Centigram is 0.01 gram units.