Ounces to Grams Calculator

Convert between ounces and grams with precision. This calculator is essential for cooking, baking, scientific work, and converting between US and metric measurements.

Understanding Weight Units

Ounce (oz)

• Standard weight unit in US customary system
• Used primarily in the United States
• Common in recipes and food packaging
• Equal to 1/16 of a pound

Gram (g)

• Basic unit of mass in metric system
• Used worldwide for precise measurements
• Standard in science and international trade
• 1/1000 of a kilogram

Conversion Formula

The exact conversion between ounces and grams is:

1 ounce = 28.3495 grams

Or in mathematical notation: $grams = ounces × 28.3495$

Common Conversions

Ounces	Grams
1	28.35
2	56.70
4	113.40
8	226.80
16	453.59

Applications

1. Cooking & Baking

   • Recipe conversions
   • Ingredient measurements
   • Food portioning
   • International recipes

2. Scientific Work

   • Laboratory measurements
   • Research data
   • Chemical quantities
   • Material analysis

3. Retail & Commerce

   • Product packaging
   • Shipping weights
   • International trade
   • Food labeling

4. Health & Fitness

   • Dietary tracking
   • Portion control
   • Supplement dosage
   • Meal planning

Tips for Accurate Conversion

1. Precision Matters

   • Use exact conversion factor
   • Round appropriately
   • Consider purpose
   • Check significant figures

2. Common Pitfalls

   • Double-check decimal points
   • Verify unit selection
   • Watch for rounding errors
   • Consider measurement context

3. Best Practices

   • Use proper measuring tools
   • Consider ingredient density
   • Document conversions
   • Verify critical measurements

Technical Notes

• Conversion factor: 1 oz = 28.3495 g (exact)
• Results rounded to 2 decimal places
• Supports decimal and fractional inputs
• Automatic input validation

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why do recipes use different units? A: Different regions traditionally use different measurement systems. US recipes typically use ounces, while international recipes use grams.

Q: How accurate is the conversion? A: The conversion is highly accurate, using the standard conversion factor of 1 ounce = 28.3495 grams. Results are rounded to 2 decimal places for practical use.

Q: Should I use a kitchen scale? A: Yes, for the most accurate measurements, especially in baking, using a kitchen scale that can display both ounces and grams is recommended.