Cubic Centimeters to Tablespoons
Type a value in either box to convert between cubic centimeters and tablespoons. The factor is 0.067628.
| Cubic Centimeters | Tablespoons |
|---|---|
| 1 cm³ | 0.067628 tbsp |
| 2 cm³ | 0.135256 tbsp |
| 3 cm³ | 0.202884 tbsp |
| 5 cm³ | 0.33814 tbsp |
| 10 cm³ | 0.67628 tbsp |
| 25 cm³ | 1.690701 tbsp |
| 50 cm³ | 3.381402 tbsp |
| 100 cm³ | 6.762805 tbsp |
How to use
- Enter a value in the Cubic Centimeters field.
- The Tablespoons figure appears immediately — no button to press.
- Typing in the Tablespoons field converts back to Cubic Centimeters the same way.
- Use the reference table for the values that come up most often.
Cubic Centimeters to Tablespoons formula
The factor from cubic centimeters to tablespoons is 0.0676280454.
tbsp = cm³ × 0.0676280454
Why this factor: the cubic centimeter and the tablespoon are both defined against the liter, so dividing one definition by the other gives 0.0676280454 directly. Both definitions are set out in full below.
To go the other way, divide by 0.0676280454 — or use the Tablespoons to Cubic Centimeters converter, which is the same calculation reversed.
Worked example
Take 8 cm³ and multiply by the factor 0.0676280454: the result is 0.541024 tbsp.
8 cm³ × 0.0676280454 = 0.541024 tbsp
The converter above does this for any value you type, in either direction.
What is a cubic centimeter?
A cubic centimeter is the volume of a one-centimeter cube, identical to a milliliter.
Definition: Exactly 1×10⁻⁶ cubic meter, which is exactly 1 mL.
Where it is used: Engine displacement on motorcycles and small engines, and medical volumes where it is written 'cc'.
What is a tablespoon?
A US tablespoon is a standard cooking measure equal to three teaspoons.
Definition: Exactly half a US fluid ounce, so about 14.7868 milliliters.
Where it is used: American recipes, medication dosing instructions, and nutrition labeling.
Worth knowing: Australian tablespoons are 20 mL, not 15 — a real difference when scaling a recipe.
Cubic Centimeters vs Tablespoons
The cubic centimeter is a metric unit while the tablespoon is a US customary unit. That is why the factor between them is not a round number: the two systems were defined independently and only later tied together by exact agreement.
Frequently asked questions
How many tablespoons are in a cubic centimeter?
One cubic centimeter equals 0.0676280454 tablespoons.
What is the formula to convert cubic centimeters to tablespoons?
Multiply the number of cubic centimeters by 0.0676280454. To reverse it, divide by 0.0676280454 instead.
How do I convert tablespoons back to cubic centimeters?
Divide by 0.0676280454, which is the same as multiplying by 14.7867648.
How many tablespoons are in 10 cubic centimeters?
10 cm³ works out to 0.67628 tbsp.
Is there anything to watch out for with tablespoons?
Australian tablespoons are 20 mL, not 15 — a real difference when scaling a recipe.
How is the cubic centimeter defined?
Exactly 1×10⁻⁶ cubic meter, which is exactly 1 mL.