About the g to oz calculation
One gram is exactly 0.035274 ounces, so converting between them is a single multiplication. Enter any value above and the result updates as you type. The everyday cooking and food-labelling unit in metric countries. Common in US recipes and for postal weights. Not the same as a fluid ounce.
Formula
oz = g × 0.035274
1 g = 0.035274 oz
1 oz = 28.3495 gWorked example
To convert 500 g, multiply by 0.035274: 500 × 0.035274 = 17.637 oz.
Frequently asked questions
How many ounces are in a gram?
There are 0.035274 ounces in one gram. To convert any amount, multiply the number of grams by 0.035274.
How do I convert ounces back to grams?
Divide instead of multiplying, or equivalently multiply by 28.3495. One ounce is 28.3495 grams.
Is this conversion exact?
Yes. Since the international agreement of 1959, the relationship between grams and ounces is defined exactly rather than measured, so the only rounding here is in how many decimal places we show.
Where is each of these units used?
Grams: the everyday cooking and food-labelling unit in metric countries. Ounces: common in US recipes and for postal weights. Not the same as a fluid ounce.
Sources
- NIST Special Publication 811 — Guide for the Use of the International System of Units