1 oz = 28.3495 g
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Conversion formula
grams (g) = ounces (oz) × 28.3495
How many ounces are in an grams?
1 gram is approximately 0.0353 ounces
Check the reverse conversion: g to oz
Table for Ounces to Grams
| Ounces | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 oz | 28.35 g |
| 2 oz | 56.70 g |
| 3 oz | 85.05 g |
| 4 oz | 113.40 g |
| 5 oz | 141.75 g |
| 6 oz | 170.10 g |
| 7 oz | 198.45 g |
| 8 oz | 226.80 g |
| 9 oz | 255.15 g |
| 10 oz | 283.50 g |
| 11 oz | 311.84 g |
| 12 oz | 340.19 g |
| 13 oz | 368.54 g |
| 14 oz | 396.89 g |
| 15 oz | 425.24 g |
| 16 oz | 453.59 g |
| 17 oz | 481.94 g |
| 18 oz | 510.29 g |
| 19 oz | 538.64 g |
| 20 oz | 566.99 g |
Definition ounce
An ounce (oz) is a unit of weight in the Imperial and US customary systems, equivalent to approximately 28.3495 grams.
History ounce
The ounce originates from the Roman "uncia", which was one-twelfth of a Roman pound, and later evolved into various measurement systems, including the British Imperial and US customary units.
Usability ounce
Ounces are commonly used in cooking recipes, postal weights, and measuring precious metals like gold and silver, especially in the United States and the United Kingdom.
Differences between grams (g) and ounces (oz)
| Feature | Grams (g) | Ounces (oz) |
|---|---|---|
| System | Metric system | Imperial & US customary system |
| Usage | Used worldwide, especially in scientific and commercial applications | Common in the US, UK, and some other countries for weight measurements |
| Conversion | 1 g = 0.0353 oz | 1 oz = 28.3495 g |
| Common Uses | Food labels, scientific measurements, jewelry (gold, silver), pharmaceuticals | Cooking, body weight, postal services, packaging |
| Smaller Units | Milligrams (mg) (1 g = 1,000 mg) | Ounces can be divided into drams (1 oz = 16 drams) |
| Larger Units | Kilograms (kg) (1,000 g = 1 kg) | Pounds (lb) (16 oz = 1 lb) |
When do we most often convert ounces to grams?
- Cooking and baking – Many international recipes use ounces, while most kitchen scales and food packaging use grams.
- Weight Measurement – Converting ounces to grams is common when measuring small items like jewelry, spices, or pharmaceuticals.
- Science and Medicine – Laboratories and medical fields often require conversions between ounces and grams for precise measurements.
- Shipping and Postal Services – Some postal services list package weights in ounces, while international shipping often uses grams or kilograms.
- Fitness and Nutrition – People tracking food intake or supplements might need to convert ounces to grams for accurate portion control.
Ounces conversion
| Unit | Value |
|---|---|
| 1 oz | 0.0283495231 kg |
| 1 oz | 0.0625 pounds |
| 1 oz | 0.00446428571 stones |
| 1 oz | 28.3495231 g |
| 1 oz | 2.83 dag |