Cup (US) to Milliliter Converter

Convert cup (us) to milliliter instantly with our free online volume converter. Accurate conversions with detailed formulas and conversion tables.

Convert cup (US) to mL

From Unit
Cup (US)
To Unit
Milliliter (mL)

Conversion Result

1 cup (US) = 0.000e+0 mL

Exactly 0.0000000000 mL

The Formula

To convert cup (US) to mL, multiply the volume by 236.588395.

Cup (US) to Milliliter Conversion Table

Cup (US) (cup (US))Milliliter (mL)Notes
1 cup (US)236.588395 mLStandard volume unit
2 cup (US)473.176791 mLCommon recipe measurement
5 cup (US)1,182.942 mLSmall container
10 cup (US)2,365.884 mLStandard bottle size
20 cup (US)4,731.768 mLLarge container
50 cup (US)11,829.42 mLIndustrial volume
100 cup (US)23,658.84 mLBulk measurement

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How to Use This Calculator

  1. Enter the Value: Type the volume value you want to convert in the input field. For example, if converting 16 cup (US) to mL, enter "16".
  2. Select Units: The calculator is pre-configured to convert from Cup (US) (cup (US)) to Milliliter (mL). The units are displayed in the "From Unit" and "To Unit" fields.
  3. View Results: The converted value appears instantly in the result card. You can see both the formatted result and the exact decimal value.
  4. Copy or Switch: Use the "Copy Result" button to copy the conversion to your clipboard, or click "Quick Switch" to reverse the conversion direction.

How the Conversion Works

This calculator uses a two-step conversion process through liters (L) as the base unit, which is the standard unit of volume in the International System of Units (SI).

Conversion Formula:

Step 1: Convert from cup (US) to liters (L)

Value in L = Input value ÷ 4.22675

Step 2: Convert from liters (L) to mL

Result = Value in L × 1,000

Simplified Formula:

Result = Input × 236.5883953392
Where 236.5883953392 is the conversion factor from cup (US) to mL

Example Calculation:

Let's convert 16 cup (US) to mL:

16 cup (US) ÷ 4.22675 = 3.785414 L
3.785414 L × 1,000 = 3,785.414 mL

Result: 16 cup (US) = 3,785.414 mL

Why Convert Cup (US) to Milliliter?

Converting volume from Cup (US) to Milliliter is essential for various applications including cooking, chemistry, engineering, and international trade. Understanding this conversion helps ensure accuracy in measurements across different unit systems.

The liter is the base unit of volume in the International System of Units (SI), while other units like cups, gallons, and fluid ounces are used in various regional systems. Precision matters especially in pharmaceutical dosages, chemical reactions, and recipe conversions where small errors can have significant impacts.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is 1 cup (US) in mL?
Exactly 1 cup (US) is equal to 236.588395 mL.
What is the conversion factor from cup (US) to mL?
The conversion factor is 236.5883953392. Multiply the value in cup (US) by this factor to get the equivalent in mL.
Why is accurate volume conversion important?
Accurate volume conversions are crucial for recipe scaling, pharmaceutical dosages, chemical measurements, and industrial processes. Small errors in conversion can lead to significant problems in these fields.