hectogram to centigram
Convert hectogram (hg) to centigram (cg). Use an editable mass converter, conversion formula, and reference table.
1 hg = 10,000 cg
Conversion formula
One hectogram equals 10,000 centigram. Multiply your value in hectogram by this factor to get centigram. For the reverse conversion, divide by the same factor.
Worked example
To convert 5 hectogram:5 × 10,000 = 50,000 cg
Conversion table
| hectogram (hg) | centigram (cg) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 100 |
| 0.1 | 1,000 |
| 1 | 10,000 |
| 2 | 20,000 |
| 5 | 50,000 |
| 10 | 100,000 |
| 25 | 250,000 |
| 50 | 500,000 |
| 100 | 1,000,000 |
| 1000 | 10,000,000 |
About these measurements
Mass quantifies an amount of matter.
The base reference used here is the gram. One hectogram is 100 base units; one centigram is 0.01 base units.
Important distinctions
Mass is not force. Avoirdupois ounces and troy ounces have different masses.
Precision
The converter uses stored conversion factors and floating-point arithmetic. Results display up to ten significant digits, switching to scientific notation for very small or large values. Keep the precision of your original measurement when reporting results.
Common questions
How do I convert hg to cg?
Multiply the quantity in hg by 10,000. You can also type the value into the converter above.
Can I reverse the conversion?
Yes. Use the swap button or open the centigram to hectogram converter.
Reference
NIST Guide to the SI — conversion factors and prefix conventions. SI prefixes scale units by powers of ten; the dimension-specific notes above describe the assumptions used on this page.
