Convert between liters and centiliters in either direction.
How it works
A centiliter is one-hundredth of a liter by definition, so 1 L = 100 cL exactly. Enter a value in either field and the other updates instantly.
What this does not include
This is a plain metric volume conversion. Centiliters are uncommon in everyday US use but appear regularly on European beverage labels and in some scientific measurements.
How to use this calculator
- Enter a value in liters or centiliters.
- The other field updates automatically.
Where are centiliters commonly used?
European wine, spirits, and beverage labels often show volume in centiliters (cl) rather than milliliters or liters.
How does a centiliter compare to a milliliter?
A centiliter is 10 milliliters — the metric prefixes “centi” (hundredth) and “milli” (thousandth) simply scale from the liter by different powers of ten.
Is this conversion exact?
Yes — since both units are defined purely within the metric system, the 100:1 ratio is exact with no rounding or approximation involved.
