A metric carat is exactly 200 milligrams.
Carats to Micrograms
Convert carats (ct) to micrograms (ug) instantly. Free online weight converter with formulas, tables and examples.
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Microgram is 0.000001 gram units.
ug = ct × 200000
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Formula
ug = ct × 200000
ct = ug ÷ 200000
Conversion table
| 1 ct | 200000.000000 ug |
| 5 ct | 1000000.000000 ug |
| 10 ct | 2000000.000000 ug |
| 20 ct | 4000000.000000 ug |
| 50 ct | 10000000.000000 ug |
| 100 ct | 20000000.000000 ug |
| 500 ct | 100000000.000000 ug |
| 1000 ct | 200000000.000000 ug |
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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 microgram (ug). Microgram is 0.000001 gram units.
How do I convert carats to micrograms?
Multiply the number of carats by 200000 to get the equivalent value in micrograms. For example, 5 ct × 200000 = 1000000.000000 ug.
Is the carat to microgram conversion exact?
Yes. This converter uses a fixed factor of 200000, 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 microgram values.
Can I convert micrograms back to carats?
Yes. Multiply the micrograms value by 5e-06, or divide it by 200000, to convert back to carats.
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About this conversion
This page converts carats (ct) into micrograms (ug) using the Universal Converter's mass conversion engine.
Carat-to-Microgram conversions are useful for everyday calculations, scientific work, shipping, and any task that mixes different weight or mass units.
The formula is ug = ct × 200000, based on the standard definitions of carat and microgram.
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. Microgram: Microgram is 0.000001 gram units.