Convert Milliliters to Liters
1 mL = 0.001 L
Conversion Table
| milliliters (mL) | liters (L) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.0005 |
| 1 | 0.001 |
| 2 | 0.002 |
| 5 | 0.005 |
| 10 | 0.01 |
| 25 | 0.025 |
| 50 | 0.05 |
| 100 | 0.1 |
| 250 | 0.25 |
| 500 | 0.5 |
| 1000 | 1 |
How to Convert milliliters to liters
To convert milliliters to liters, multiply the value by the conversion factor:
For example: 10 mL = 0.01 L
About milliliters and liters
The Conversion Formula
To convert milliliters to liters, multiply the value by the conversion factor: 1 mL = 0.001 L. For a worked example, suppose you need to convert 25 mL to liters: 25 × 0.001 = 0.025 L. To convert in the opposite direction, divide by 0.001, or equivalently multiply by 1000.
About milliliters
The milliliter (mL) is exactly one cubic centimeter (cc). This 1-to-1 relationship with spatial volume makes it incredibly useful in science and medicine. In healthcare, 'cc' and 'mL' are used interchangeably. It is the global standard for small liquid measurements, from vaccine doses to shampoo bottles. milliliters are commonly used in Medicine dosages, Canned drink volumes, Cooking (metric recipes), and Perfume bottles, Laboratory pipettes.
A standard teaspoon holds about 5 milliliters.
About liters
The liter (L) is the metric system's unit for volume, defined as one cubic decimeter (10 cm x 10 cm x 10 cm). It was introduced in France in 1795 to standardize liquid measurement. Although technically a 'non-SI unit accepted for use with the SI,' it is the most common volume unit worldwide for beverages, fuel, and trade. It bridges the gap between small mL quantities and large cubic meter volumes. liters are commonly used in Soda and water bottles, Fuel tanks (outside US), Engine displacement (e.g., 2.0L engine), and Milk cartons (outside US), Scientific experiments.
A large water bottle is typically 1 liter.
When Would You Convert milliliters to liters?
Converting between milliliters and liters is one of the most common volume conversions. You might need this conversion when working with international specifications, following instructions written for a different measurement system, or comparing values across different standards. Having the conversion factor (1 mL = 0.001 L) memorized or bookmarked can save time in professional and everyday contexts alike.