Ounces to Grams Converter
1 ounce = 28.3495 grams
Conversion formula
grams = ounces x 28.3495
To convert ounces to grams, multiply by 28.3495. The avoirdupois ounce is defined as exactly 28.349523125 grams.
Ounces to Grams Table
| Ounces (oz) | Grams (g) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 14.1748 |
| 1 | 28.3495 |
| 2 | 56.699 |
| 4 | 113.398 |
| 6 | 170.097 |
| 8 | 226.796 |
| 12 | 340.194 |
| 16 | 453.592 |
| 24 | 680.389 |
| 32 | 907.185 |
1 ounce in every weight unit
| Kilograms | 0.0283495 kg |
| Grams | 28.3495 g |
| Milligrams | 28,349.5 mg |
| Micrograms | 28,349,500 ug |
| Metric Tons | 0.0000283495 t |
| Pounds | 0.0625 lb |
| Stone | 0.00446429 st |
| US Tons | 0.00003125 ton |
| Imperial Tons | 0.0000279018 long ton |
About Ounces to Grams
The ounces-to-grams conversion is a kitchen essential, especially for bakers who need precision. While volume measurements (cups, tablespoons) are common in American cooking, professional bakers worldwide prefer weight in grams for accuracy.
A standard US recipe calling for 8 ounces of cream cheese means 226.8 grams. Four ounces of chocolate is 113.4 grams. Sixteen ounces (1 pound) of pasta is 453.6 grams, which is close to the 500-gram packages sold in Europe.
Food packaging in the US shows both systems. A 12-ounce can of soda contains 340.2 grams (or 355 mL of liquid). A 5-ounce bag of chips is about 141.7 grams.
For nutritional tracking, a 3-ounce serving of meat (the recommended portion size) weighs 85 grams. A 1-ounce serving of nuts is about 28 grams - typically around 23 almonds or 14 walnut halves.
In postal and shipping contexts, international packages require gram or kilogram declarations. A 16-ounce (1 lb) package is 453.6 grams. Knowing that 1 ounce is roughly 28 grams helps estimate shipping weights quickly.
For a fast approximation, multiply ounces by 28 or 30. So 4 ounces is about 112-120 grams (actual: 113.4 grams).
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is 8 ounces?
8 ounces equals 226.8 grams. This is the weight of a standard package of cream cheese or a cup of many dry ingredients.
How do I measure ounces without a scale?
As a rough guide, 1 ounce of cheese is about the size of your thumb. For liquids, 1 fluid ounce equals about 2 tablespoons. For dry ingredients, a kitchen scale is strongly recommended.
Is a fluid ounce the same as an ounce?
No. A fluid ounce measures volume (about 29.57 mL), while an ounce (oz) measures weight (28.35 grams). They are similar only for water, where 1 fl oz weighs about 1 oz.
How many ounces are in a pound?
There are 16 ounces in 1 pound. So 1 ounce = 1/16 of a pound = 28.35 grams, and 1 pound = 453.6 grams.