ounces to grams

This converter makes instant conversions from ounces (oz) to grams (g). It also provides the conversion steps. To use the converter, please provide a value in the input field. The converter will begin making conversions as the values are being typed in.

An ounce (oz) is a unit of mass in the United States (US) customary systems of measurement as well as in the British imperial system. There are 16 ounces in 1 pound. A gram (g) is a unit of mass in the International System of Units (SI).

How many grams in an ounce?

The basis of many units of measurement have changed over the course of history as well as location. Today, the most common is the international avoirdupois ounce, which is defined as exactly 28.349523125 grams. Based on this definition of the ounce, there are 28.349523125 grams in an ounce.

How to convert ounces to grams

Based on the definition of 1 ounce being exactly 28.349523125 grams, the ounce to gram conversion formula is:

g = oz × 28.349523125

Thus, to convert from ounces to grams, multiply a value in ounces by 28.349523125. For example, convert an egg weighed 2 ounces to grams:

2 oz = 2 × 28.349523125 g = 56.699 g