Grams to Ounces Converter
Instantly convert grams to ounces with our weight converter. Ideal for cooking recipes, baking measurements, kitchen conversions, and nutrition tracking.
Grams to Ounces Converter
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What is a Gram (g)?
A gram (symbol: g) is a metric unit of mass equal to one thousandth of a kilogram (1 g = 0.001 kg). The gram is the base unit of mass in the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system of units and is widely used worldwide for measuring small quantities of mass. It is defined in terms of the kilogram, which is based on fundamental physical constants.
What are ounces (oz)?
The ounce is a unit of weight in both the imperial and US customary systems. The abbreviated notation for ounce is oz. One ounce equals approximately 28.3495 grams or 0.0283495 kilograms. There are 16 ounces in one pound (lb), making the ounce a smaller unit of weight measurement commonly used for measuring lighter items such as food ingredients, postal packages, and precious metals.
How do you convert grams (g) to ounces (oz)?
The Conversion Formula
To convert grams to ounces, divide the number of grams by 28.3495:
Formula: Ounces = Grams ÷ 28.3495
Step-by-Step Process
- Take your weight in grams
- Divide by 28.3495
- The result is your weight in ounces
Examples
- 100 g to oz:
100 g ÷ 28.3495 = 3.5274 oz - 250 g to oz:
250 g ÷ 28.3495 = 8.8185 oz - 500 g to oz:
500 g ÷ 28.3495 = 17.637 oz - 1000 g to oz:
1000 g ÷ 28.3495 = 35.274 oz - 28.35 g to oz:
28.35 g ÷ 28.3495 = 1.0000 oz
Quick Reference
- 1 g = 0.035274 oz
- 1 oz = 28.3495 g
- 28.35 g ≈ 1 oz
Why This Conversion Works
The conversion factor 28.3495 is the exact number of grams in one ounce. This is a standard relationship in both the imperial and US customary systems. Since one ounce equals 28.3495 grams, dividing grams by 28.3495 gives us the equivalent weight in ounces.
Tips for Mental Math
For quick estimates, you can use 28.35 as an approximation:
100 g ≈ 3.5 oz (100 ÷ 28.35)
250 g ≈ 8.8 oz (250 ÷ 28.35)
500 g ≈ 17.6 oz (500 ÷ 28.35)
This method is perfect for everyday use and provides results accurate enough for most purposes, especially when working with food recipes and package weights.
Grams to Ounces Conversion Table
The conversion of grams to ounces for certain values are provided below:
- Grams [g]
- Ounces [oz]
- 10 g
- 0.3527 oz
- 25 g
- 0.8818 oz
- 50 g
- 1.7637 oz
- 100 g
- 3.5274 oz
- 200 g
- 7.0548 oz
- 250 g
- 8.8185 oz
- 300 g
- 10.5822 oz
- 400 g
- 14.1096 oz
- 500 g
- 17.637 oz
- 600 g
- 21.1644 oz
- 700 g
- 24.6918 oz
- 800 g
- 28.2192 oz
- 900 g
- 31.7466 oz
- 1000 g
- 35.274 oz
- 1500 g
- 52.911 oz
- 2000 g
- 70.548 oz
- 2500 g
- 88.185 oz
- 3000 g
- 105.822 oz
- 4000 g
- 141.096 oz
- 5000 g
- 176.37 oz
