Ounces to Grams Converter for Cooking
Convert ounces to grams and pounds to grams for cooking and baking.
⚖️ Ounces / Pounds ↔ Grams Converter
Ounces to Grams Reference Chart
| Ounces | Grams | Pounds |
|---|---|---|
| ¼ oz | 7g | — |
| ½ oz | 14g | — |
| 1 oz | 28g | — |
| 2 oz | 57g | — |
| 3 oz | 85g | — |
| 4 oz | 113g | ¼ lb |
| 6 oz | 170g | ⅜ lb |
| 8 oz | 227g | ½ lb |
| 12 oz | 340g | ¾ lb |
| 16 oz | 454g | 1 lb |
| 24 oz | 680g | 1½ lb |
| 32 oz | 907g | 2 lb |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams in an ounce?
One ounce (oz) equals exactly 28.3495 grams. For cooking purposes, this is typically rounded to 28 grams. The abbreviation 'oz' comes from the Italian and Spanish word 'onza'.
How many grams in a pound?
One pound (lb) equals exactly 453.592 grams — approximately 454 grams or 0.454 kg. There are 16 ounces in one pound.
Are food ounces the same as fluid ounces?
No. Weight ounces (oz) measure mass — 1 oz = 28.35g. Fluid ounces (fl oz) measure volume — 1 fl oz = 29.57ml. Never confuse the two when following a recipe.