Centigram to Milligram Converter
Convert Centigram (cg) to Milligram (mg) instantly. 1 cg = 10 mg.
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1 cg = 10 mg
Formula:
mg = cg × 10With your value: 1 cg = 10 mg
How big is that?
Everyday references on a logarithmic scale, all expressed in centigram so you can sanity-check the result.
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Centigram to Milligram Conversion Table
| Centigram (cg) | Milligram (mg) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 5 |
| 1 | 10 |
| 2 | 20 |
| 5 | 50 |
| 10 | 100 |
| 15 | 150 |
| 20 | 200 |
| 25 | 250 |
| 50 | 500 |
| 100 | 1,000 |
| 250 | 2,500 |
| 500 | 5,000 |
| 1000 | 10,000 |
Milligram to Centigram Conversion Table
| Milligram (mg) | Centigram (cg) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.05 |
| 1 | 0.1 |
| 2 | 0.2 |
| 5 | 0.5 |
| 10 | 1 |
| 15 | 1.5 |
| 20 | 2 |
| 25 | 2.5 |
| 50 | 5 |
| 100 | 10 |
| 250 | 25 |
| 500 | 50 |
| 1000 | 100 |
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.
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
Milligram (mg)
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 Centigram to Milligram
To convert from Centigram (cg) to Milligram (mg), multiply the value by 10.
Formula: mg = cg × 10
Reverse: cg = mg × 0.1
Step-by-Step Example
- Start with your value in Centigram. For example: 5 cg
- Multiply by the conversion factor: 5 x 10
- The result is: 50 mg
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.
About Milligram
The milligram equals one thousandth of a gram and is the standard unit for drug dosage and nutrient quantities.
Common uses: medication dosage, nutrition labels, laboratory work.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Milligram are in 1 Centigram?
There are exactly 10 Milligram in 1 Centigram. This means the conversion factor from Centigram to Milligram is 10.
What is the formula to convert Centigram to Milligram?
The formula to convert Centigram to Milligram is: mg = cg × 10. For example, to convert 10 Centigram to Milligram, you would multiply 10 by 10.
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 is a Milligram?
The milligram equals one thousandth of a gram and is the standard unit for drug dosage and nutrient quantities.
What are the common uses of Centigram?
The Centigram is commonly used in mass calculations, engineering and science, education.
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UnitConvertLab. (2026). Centigram to Milligram converter. UnitConvertLab. Retrieved from https://unitconvertlab.com/convert/centigram-to-milligram