How do I convert cm to mm?

Use the formula shown above or enter a value to see cm converted to mm instantly.

What is the formula for cm to mm?

The converter calculates mm by applying the category-specific conversion factor for Length.

When should I use cm vs mm?

cm and mm are both part of the Length category; pick the unit that matches your measurement context (e.g., scale, region, or industry standard).

Length Converter & Reference

Convert cm to mm

Use the live converter below to translate between Centimeter (cm) and Millimeter (mm). Scroll further for quick examples, formula tips, and related units.

Formula insight: Most unit conversions use a simple multiplication or division by a conversion factor. The calculator shows the exact formula used.

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cm → mm

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Rounded result (4 decimals max)

Formula

1 cm = 10 mm

Conversion sourcesTap or click to view references

The International System of Units (SI) — NIST Special Publication 330
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The SI Brochure (SP 330) is the definitive English edition of the BIPM SI tables. NIST’s edition lists the official constants and conversion factors tying inch-pound units to SI, which SwapUnits applies for length, mass, temperature, pressure, volume, and related conversions. See /standards/nist-si-tenfold for the complete decimal multiple/submultiple table. View source · View SI table

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cm to mm quick table

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Centimeter (cm)	Millimeter (mm)
0.25 cm	2.5 mm
0.5 cm	5 mm
1 cm	10 mm
2 cm	20 mm
5 cm	50 mm
10 cm	100 mm
25 cm	250 mm
100 cm	1,000 mm

mm back to cm

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Millimeter (mm)	Centimeter (cm)
0.25 mm	0.025 cm
0.5 mm	0.05 cm
1 mm	0.1 cm
2 mm	0.2 cm
5 mm	0.5 cm
10 mm	1 cm
25 mm	2.5 cm
100 mm	10 cm

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