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carats to mg | Exact Decimal + Stone/Pounds

1 Carat = 200 Milligram

One carat equals exactly 200 milligrams — a fixed ratio you can memorize. Real-world use: diamonds and other precious stones; a 1-carat diamond weighs 200 milligrams. This page expresses those values in milligrams, which is used for medication dosages, supplement labels, and analytical chemistry measurements. Enter any value above — the result updates instantly, and a 1–1000 reference table follows below.

About Carat and Milligram

Carat (ct)

A carat is exactly 0.2 grams, the standard unit for gemstone weight.

Where it's used: Diamonds and other precious stones; a 1-carat diamond weighs 200 milligrams.

Milligram (mg)

A milligram is one-thousandth of a gram, about the mass of a grain of salt.

Where it's used: Medication dosages, supplement labels, and analytical chemistry measurements.

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Formula

mg = ct × 200

To convert Carat to Milligram, use the formula displayed above.

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Carat to Milligram: Quick Reference Table

Carat Milligram (Decimal) Fraction
0.001 ct 0.2 mg 13/64 mg
0.01 ct 2 mg -
0.1 ct 20 mg -
0.5 ct 100 mg -
1 ct 200 mg -
2 ct 400 mg -
5 ct 1000 mg -
10 ct 2000 mg -
25 ct 5000 mg -
50 ct 10000 mg -
100 ct 20000 mg -
250 ct 50000 mg -
500 ct 100000 mg -
1000 ct 200000 mg -

ct to mg Formula and Examples

Direct Formula mg = ct × 200
Inverse Formula ct = mg × 0.005
Mental Math Shortcut

Multiply the value by roughly 200 to calculate the equivalent amount in your head.

Common Carat to Milligram Calculations

  • 5 ct = 1000 mg
  • 10 ct = 2000 mg
  • 50 ct = 10000 mg
  • 100 ct = 20000 mg
  • 500 ct = 100000 mg

Precision & Practical Use

For example, 10 ct = 2000 mg — roughly multiple unit increments.

Kitchen scales typically resolve to 1 gram or 0.1 oz, while lab and industrial scales go further. Round the converted result to the smallest unit your scale can actually display.

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How to Convert Carat to Milligram

How many milligrams are in one carat?
One Carat (ct) equals 200 Milligram (mg). To convert carats to milligrams, multiply the carat value by 200.
How do I convert Carat to Milligram?
Multiply your carat value by 200 to get the result in Milligram: mg = ct × 200. For example, 5 ct = 1000 mg.
What is the formula for converting ct to mg?
The conversion formula is mg = ct × 200. Use the calculator above for any value, and see the reference table below for common inputs from 0.001 to 1000.
Is there a quick mental estimate for ct to mg?
Multiply the value by roughly 200 to calculate the equivalent amount in your head.
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