Carat to Centigram Converter
Convert Carat (ct) to Centigram (cg) instantly. 1 ct = 20 cg.
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1 ct = 20 cg
Formula:
cg = ct × 20With your value: 1 ct = 20 cg
How big is that?
Everyday references on a logarithmic scale, all expressed in carat so you can sanity-check the result.
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Carat to Centigram Conversion Table
| Carat (ct) | Centigram (cg) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 10 |
| 1 | 20 |
| 2 | 40 |
| 5 | 100 |
| 10 | 200 |
| 15 | 300 |
| 20 | 400 |
| 25 | 500 |
| 50 | 1,000 |
| 100 | 2,000 |
| 250 | 5,000 |
| 500 | 10,000 |
| 1000 | 20,000 |
Centigram to Carat Conversion Table
| Centigram (cg) | Carat (ct) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.025 |
| 1 | 0.05 |
| 2 | 0.1 |
| 5 | 0.25 |
| 10 | 0.5 |
| 15 | 0.75 |
| 20 | 1 |
| 25 | 1.25 |
| 50 | 2.5 |
| 100 | 5 |
| 250 | 12.5 |
| 500 | 25 |
| 1000 | 50 |
Where these values come from
Every factor on this page is traced to the document that defines it. See the full provenance dataset or our methodology.
Carat (ct)
Mass
The metric carat is exactly 200 mg, agreed internationally in 1907.
National Institute of Standards and Technology (US) · Reviewed 2026-07-01
Centigram (cg)
Mass
Traceable to the kilogram, defined by fixing the Planck constant at 6.626 070 15 × 10⁻³⁴ J·s. Avoirdupois masses derive from the 1959 international pound (0.453 592 37 kg exactly).
Source: BIPM, The International System of Units (SI), 9th edition, 2019 (updated 2024)
Bureau International des Poids et Mesures · Reviewed 2026-07-01
How to Convert Carat to Centigram
To convert from Carat (ct) to Centigram (cg), multiply the value by 20.
Formula: cg = ct × 20
Reverse: ct = cg × 0.05
Step-by-Step Example
- Start with your value in Carat. For example: 5 ct
- Multiply by the conversion factor: 5 x 20
- The result is: 100 cg
About Carat
The carat equals 200 milligrams and is the standard unit for measuring gemstone weight.
Fun Fact: The word "carat" comes from the carob seed, which was used as a balance weight in ancient gem trading.
Common uses: gemstones, diamonds, jewelry.
About Centigram
The centigram (cg) is a unit of mass and weight. One centigram equals 1.000000 × 10^-5 kilograms. UnitConvertLab converts it against every other mass unit using this exact definition, so results are reproducible to full double precision rather than rounded lookup tables.
Common uses: mass calculations, engineering and science, education.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Centigram are in 1 Carat?
There are exactly 20 Centigram in 1 Carat. This means the conversion factor from Carat to Centigram is 20.
What is the formula to convert Carat to Centigram?
The formula to convert Carat to Centigram is: cg = ct × 20. For example, to convert 10 Carat to Centigram, you would multiply 10 by 20.
What is a Carat?
The carat equals 200 milligrams and is the standard unit for measuring gemstone weight.
What is a Centigram?
The centigram (cg) is a unit of mass and weight. One centigram equals 1.000000 × 10^-5 kilograms. UnitConvertLab converts it against every other mass unit using this exact definition, so results are reproducible to full double precision rather than rounded lookup tables.
What are the common uses of Carat?
The Carat is commonly used in gemstones, diamonds, jewelry.
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UnitConvertLab. (2026). Carat to Centigram converter. UnitConvertLab. Retrieved from https://unitconvertlab.com/convert/carat-to-centigram