Ethereum Classic (ETC) to Tether (USDT Optimism): Rate, Chart and Comparison

Live Ethereum Classic to Tether rate, converter, price history, volatility and a side-by-side comparison of both coins. Ready to swap? Open the exchange form.

Rate updated: Sep 21, 2026, 20:38

Minimum: 22.8551 ETC ≈ $204.55
Receiving network: Optimism
24h rate change: +4.98%

You send

ETC

You get 4,514.3

USDT Optimism

Go to exchange

Rate: 1 ETC = 9.0286 USDT Optimism
Minimum: 22.8551 ETC
Maximum: 1,120,000 ETC

The amount you get is estimated at the current rate.

Ethereum Classic is exchanged to Tether at 1 ETC = 9.0286 USDT Optimism, so 1 USDT Optimism costs 0.110759 ETC. According to market data, the ETC to USDT Optimism rate rose by 4.98% over the last 24 hours. Over the week it rose by 15.17%.

Over the last 7 days the rate moved between 7.1237 and 8.8234 USDT Optimism — a range of 23.86%. You can exchange from 22.8551 to 1,120,000 ETC. That is roughly $204.55 or more.

USDT is sent to your address on the Optimism network, so make sure you provide an address on that network. By market cap, Ethereum Classic ranks #65 ($1.42 B) and Tether ranks #3 ($183.38 B). The correlation of daily ETC and USDT price changes over the last 90 days is -0.02 (weak).

Why exchange ETC to USDT Optimism

Protection from volatilityOver the last 30 days ETC changed by +4.83%. USDT is pegged to the dollar, so after the swap your funds no longer depend on the ETC price.
Easy to switch backThe USDT Optimism → ETC direction is also available, so you can move back to ETC if needed.

How much is 1 ETC in USDT Optimism today

1 ETC = 9.0286 USDT Optimism

1 USDT Optimism = 0.110759 ETC

How much USDT Optimism you get for ETC

ETC	USDT Optimism
50	451.43
100	902.86
500	4,514.3
1,000	9,028.6
5,000	45,143
10,000	90,286

How much ETC you need to get USDT Optimism

USDT Optimism	ETC
500	55.3796
1,000	110.7591
5,000	553.7957
10,000	1,107.59
50,000	5,537.96
100,000	11,075.91

Which network to receive USDT on

USDT for ETC can be received on different networks: rates and minimums differ, and the network fee depends on the blockchain.

Network	Rate per 1 ETC	Minimum	Network fee	Speed
TRON (TRC20)	8.9651	600 ETC	≈ $2.4	fast
Solana	8.9651	289 ETC	≈ $0.00059	fast
Polygon	8.9651	289 ETC	≈ $0.002	fast
TON	8.9651	289 ETC	low	fast
Ethereum (ERC20)	9.0286	22.8551 ETC	≈ $0.085	moderate
BNB Smart Chain (BEP20)	9.0286	22.8551 ETC	≈ $0.0026	fast
Arbitrum One	9.0286	22.8551 ETC	≈ $0.0038	fast
Optimism this page	9.0286	22.8551 ETC	≈ $0.00021	fast

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ETC to USDT Optimism rate chart

7 days30 days90 days1 year

high 8.8234 USDT Optimismlow 7.1237 USDT Optimism

Sep 14, 2026, 20:39Sep 21, 2026, 20:39

high 8.7482 USDT Optimismlow 7.1843 USDT Optimism

Aug 22, 2026, 03:00Sep 21, 2026, 03:00

high 8.7482 USDT Optimismlow 6.0831 USDT Optimism

Jun 23, 2026, 03:00Sep 21, 2026, 03:00

high 20.0754 USDT Optimismlow 6.0831 USDT Optimism

Sep 22, 2025, 03:00Sep 21, 2026, 03:00

24 hours: +4.98%
7 days: +15.17%
7-day high: 8.8234 USDT Optimism
7-day low: 7.1237 USDT Optimism
Range: 23.86%

CoinGecko market data as of Sep 21, 2026, 20:36. The exchange rate may differ from the market rate. How we calculate the data

ETC/USDT Optimism volatility and changes

Period	High	Low	Average	Change
24 hours	8.8234	8.4559	8.6293	+4.98%
7 days	8.8234	7.1237	7.8775	+15.17%
30 days	8.7482	7.1843	7.7392	+4.84%
90 days	8.7482	6.0831	7.1147	+22.1%

Values are in USDT Optimism per 1 unit of the currency you send, based on market data.

ETC to USDT Optimism rate over the last 7 days

Date	Daily close	Daily change
Sep 21, 2026	8.7482 USDT Optimism	+2.02%
Sep 20, 2026	8.5748 USDT Optimism	+5.12%
Sep 19, 2026	8.1573 USDT Optimism	+8.56%
Sep 18, 2026	7.5137 USDT Optimism	+1.9%
Sep 17, 2026	7.3739 USDT Optimism	+2.47%
Sep 16, 2026	7.1959 USDT Optimism	−4.89%
Sep 15, 2026	7.5655 USDT Optimism	+1.72%

ETC and USDT market data

Ethereum Classic ETC

Price: $8.95
24h change: +5%
7d change: +16.39%
Market cap: $1.42 B
24h volume: $74.82 M
Market cap rank: #65
Circulating supply: 158.24 M ETC
All-time high: $167.09

Tether USDT

Price: $0.999948
24h change: +0.02%
7d change: +0.03%
Market cap: $183.38 B
24h volume: $95.44 B
Market cap rank: #3
Circulating supply: 183.38 B USDT
All-time high: $1.32

CoinGecko data as of Sep 21, 2026, 20:36.

Ethereum Classic vs Tether

	Ethereum Classic (ETC)	Tether (USDT)
Ticker	ETC	USDT
Type	native blockchain coin	token
Launched	2015	2014
Consensus	Proof of Work (Etchash)	—
Transaction privacy	public transactions	—
Circulating supply	158.24 M ETC	183.38 B USDT
Market cap	$1.42 B	$183.38 B
Market cap rank	#65	#3
Network	—	Optimism
Network fee paid in	—	ETH
Created by	—	Tether Limited
Max supply	—	no cap

90-day correlation of daily ETC and USDT price changes: -0.02 — weak.

What to know about Ethereum Classic and Tether

Ethereum Classic (ETC)

Ethereum Classic (ETC) is the original Ethereum chain that continued unchanged after the 2016 split, when most of the community moved to a new chain to reverse the DAO hack.

Sending and receiving ETC

ETC addresses start with 0x like Ethereum addresses. Never send ETC to an ETH-only wallet or the other way round.

Tether (USDT)

Tether (USDT) is the largest stablecoin: a token designed to stay at one US dollar. It was launched in 2014 by Tether Limited, which issues USDT against reserves that consist mostly of cash equivalents and short-term US Treasury bills.

Where to store Tether

USDT can be held in any wallet that supports the chosen network. Check that the wallet shows the official USDT contract, because fake tokens with the same name exist.

Optimism network

Optimism is an Ethereum layer-2 network. Addresses use the Ethereum format and fees are paid in ETH at a fraction of mainnet cost.

How to exchange Ethereum Classic to Tether

Enter the ETC amount in the calculator (minimum 22.8551 ETC) and click “Go to exchange”.
Enter your USDT wallet address on the Optimism network and your contact details.
Send exactly the specified amount of ETC on the Ethereum Classic network to the details shown in the order.
Once the transfer is confirmed, Tether is sent to your address. You can track the order on its status page.

Exchange ETC to USDT Optimism

What to check before exchanging ETC to USDT Optimism

The recipient address must be on the Optimism network: funds sent on another network may be lost.
The amount sent must be at least 22.8551 ETC.
Copy the whole address and check the first and last characters after pasting.
Funds go through an AML check; high-risk transfers may be held until the check is complete.

ETC to USDT Optimism exchange FAQ

How much is 1 ETC in USDT Optimism today?

As of Sep 21, 2026, 20:38, the exchange rate is 1 ETC = 9.0286 USDT Optimism. It updates automatically; the calculator always shows the latest value. At market prices that is about $9.03.

What are the minimum and maximum amounts for ETC to USDT Optimism?

The minimum is 22.8551 ETC and the maximum is 1,120,000 ETC. The minimum is roughly $204.55.

Why is there a minimum amount for ETC to USDT Optimism?

The minimum (22.8551 ETC) keeps network fees and order processing from eating a noticeable share of the exchange. Double-check the amount before sending.

Are there extra fees when exchanging ETC to USDT Optimism?

The amount you get is calculated at the exchange rate shown in the calculator. The network fee for sending ETC is paid by the sender and depends on the wallet and network load.

How long does a ETC to USDT Optimism exchange take?

The order is processed once the ETC transfer gets the required number of confirmations on the Ethereum Classic network. Timing depends on network load.

Which network will I receive USDT Optimism on?

USDT is sent on the Optimism network. Make sure the recipient address supports this network.

Which network is cheapest to receive USDT?

The lowest network fees are usually on USDT SOL, USDT Polygon, USDT TON, USDT BEP20, USDT Arbitrum, USDT Optimism. Choose a network supported by the recipient’s wallet or exchange.

What happens if the rate changes during the exchange?

The final amount is set in the order when it is created. If the payment arrives after the order expires or in a different amount, it may be recalculated at the current rate, so send the exact amount without delay.

How has the ETC to USDT Optimism rate changed over the last month?

Over 30 days the rate rose by 4.84%: low 7.1843, high 8.7482, average 7.7392 USDT Optimism per 1 ETC.

Do I need to register to exchange ETC to USDT Optimism?

No, you only need to enter the receiving details and contact information in the order.

Can I exchange USDT Optimism back to ETC?

Yes, the reverse direction is available: 1 USDT Optimism = 0.111432 ETC. The link is below the calculator.