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Carat to Microgram Converter
Use this page to convert carat values into microgram, with background details, formulas, a worked example, and a quick conversion table.
Conversion formula
1 ct = 200,000 ug
1 ug = 0.000005 ct
Example: 25 ct = 5,000,000 ug
Carat
A metric carat equals exactly 200 milligrams.
History: The carat was standardized from older gemstone trade measures.
Current use: Carats are used for diamonds, gemstones, and jewelry weights.
Also written as ct, carats.
Microgram
A microgram is one millionth of a gram.
History: It follows the SI micro prefix for very small metric quantities.
Current use: Micrograms are common in medicine, laboratory work, and trace-level measurement.
Also written as ug, micrograms, mcg.
Carat to Microgram table
| Carat [ct] | Microgram [ug] |
|---|
| 0.01 ct | 2,000 ug |
| 0.1 ct | 20,000 ug |
| 1 ct | 200,000 ug |
| 2 ct | 400,000 ug |
| 5 ct | 1,000,000 ug |
| 10 ct | 2,000,000 ug |
| 20 ct | 4,000,000 ug |
| 50 ct | 10,000,000 ug |
| 100 ct | 20,000,000 ug |
Frequently asked questions
How many Microgram (ug) are in one Carat (ct)?
One Carat equals 200,000 Microgram.
How do you convert Carat to Microgram?
Multiply the Carat value by 200,000 to get the result in Microgram.
How do you convert Microgram back to Carat?
Multiply the Microgram value by 0.000005 to get back to Carat.
What is 25 Carat in Microgram?
25 Carat equals 5,000,000 Microgram.
