Ounce

oz

1/16 of a pound (avoirdupois)

About Ounce (oz)

One sixteenth of an avoirdupois pound (about 28.35 grams), the ounce is used in North America for food portions, postal packages, and baby birth weights. Not to be confused with the fluid ounce (a volume measure) or the troy ounce (used for precious metals), the avoirdupois ounce is the most common form in everyday use.

Category
Weight & Mass
Symbol
oz
Also known as
ounces oz
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Ounce (oz)?

1/16 of a pound (avoirdupois)

How many Gram (g) are in one Ounce (oz)?

One Ounce (oz) equals 28.3495 Gram (g).

How many Pound (lb) are in one Ounce (oz)?

One Ounce (oz) equals 0.0625 Pound (lb).

How many Kilogram (kg) are in one Ounce (oz)?

One Ounce (oz) equals 0.02835 Kilogram (kg).

How do I convert Ounce to Gram?

To convert Ounce to Gram, multiply the value by 28.3495 (1 oz = 28.3495 g).