Grams to Ounces Conversion Chart for Cooking, Baking & Shipping
The most accurate metric to imperial weight converter. Perfect for international recipes, package weighing, and nutrition tracking!
Quick Reference Guide
Most commonly used weight conversions
Standard Conversion
1 oz = 28.35 g
(Official: 1 ounce = 28.3495 grams)
1 tablespoon butter
15g
0.5 oz
Standard portion
28g
1 oz
Nutrition label
100g
3.5 oz
¼ pound
113g
4 oz
½ pound
227g
8 oz
1 pound
454g
16 oz
Metric half-kilo
500g
17.6 oz
1 kilogram
1000g
35.3 oz
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Basic Cooking • 50-500
Grams to Ounces Conversion Chart
Weight Conversions • Metric to US Imperial
| Grams (g) | Ounces (oz) Decimal |
|---|---|
| 50g | 1.76 |
| 100g | 3.53 |
| 150g | 5.29 |
| 200g | 7.05 |
| 250g | 8.82 |
| 300g | 10.58 |
| 350g | 12.35 |
| 400g | 14.11 |
| 450g | 15.87 |
| 500g | 17.64 |
Formula: ounces = grams ÷ 28.35
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Understanding Grams and Ounces
Why weight conversion matters in everyday life
Grams (Metric System)
Used worldwide: Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa, South America
Decimal-based: Easy to calculate (1 kg = 1000g)
Scientific standard: Used in labs and medical settings
Recipe precision: European baking recipes
Common Usage:
- • Food packaging labels
- • International postal services
- • Nutrition information
- • Professional baking
Ounces (Imperial System)
Used in USA: Primary weight measurement system
16 ounces = 1 pound: Traditional conversion
Kitchen familiarity: US recipes and cookbooks
Fractions: Often expressed as ½ oz, ¼ oz, etc.
Common Usage:
- • American cooking recipes
- • USPS shipping weights
- • Food portion sizes
- • Traditional kitchen scales
Why You Need This Conversion Chart
For Home Cooks:
- • Convert European recipes to US measurements
- • Follow international cooking shows
- • Use metric kitchen scales
For Business:
- • Calculate shipping costs accurately
- • Create nutrition labels (FDA requires oz)
- • International trade documentation
Common Use Cases
How different people use grams to ounces conversion
Cooking Recipes
Scenario:
“Recipe calls for 200g of chicken breast, but my kitchen scale only shows ounces.”
Solution:
200g ÷ 28.35 = 7.05 oz
Use ~7 oz chicken breast
Common conversions:
- • 150g meat = 5.3 oz
- • 300g vegetables = 10.6 oz
- • 500g pasta = 17.6 oz
Baking Precision
Scenario:
“French macaron recipe requires 125g almond flour, need oz for my scale.”
Solution:
125g ÷ 28.35 = 4.41 oz
Use 4.4 oz almond flour
Baking tips:
- • Use decimals for accuracy
- • Don't round for precision baking
- • Invest in 0.1oz scale
Package Shipping
Scenario:
“Package weighs 850g, need to know oz for USPS shipping calculator.”
Solution:
850g ÷ 28.35 = 29.98 oz
~30 oz = 1.875 pounds
Postal thresholds:
- • 0-16 oz = First-Class Package
- • 16+ oz = Priority Mail
- • Accurate = Lower shipping cost
Nutrition Tracking
Scenario:
“MyFitnessPal shows protein in oz, but my food scale measures in grams.”
Solution:
100g chicken = 3.53 oz
Track accurately in app
Tracking tips:
- • Weigh food raw vs. cooked
- • 1 serving = often 3-4 oz
- • Protein intake: oz per day
Tips for Accurate Weight Measurement
Professional techniques for precise conversions
Using a Kitchen Scale
- 1.Place scale on flat, stable surface
- 2.Tare (zero) before adding food
- 3.Use a bowl or container for small items
- 4.Wait for reading to stabilize
Digital scales with 1g precision are best for cooking. 0.1g scales are for baking.
Decimals vs Fractions
Use Decimals When:
- ✓ Your scale shows decimals (3.53 oz)
- ✓ Precision baking/cooking
- ✓ Scientific/nutrition tracking
- ✓ Digital recipe conversions
Use Fractions When:
- ✓ Traditional recipes (3½ oz)
- ✓ Easier to visualize portions
- ✓ Old-style kitchen scales
- ✓ Teaching/educational use
Quick conversion:
3.5 oz = 3½ oz = “three and a half ounces”
Common Mistakes to Avoid
❌ Confusing fluid oz with weight oz
✅ Fluid oz = volume. Weight oz = mass. Different!
❌ Not zeroing (taring) the scale
✅ Always tare with container on scale first
❌ Rounding too early in calculations
✅ Keep full decimals until final measurement
❌ Using old/inaccurate scales
✅ Calibrate regularly or replace every 2-3 years
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many ounces is 100 grams?
100 grams equals 3.53 ounces. This is calculated using the standard conversion: 1 ounce = 28.35 grams. So 100g ÷ 28.35 = 3.527 oz, rounded to 3.53 oz for practical use. This is one of the most commonly searched conversions for nutrition labels and cooking.
What's the difference between fluid ounces and weight ounces?
CRITICAL DIFFERENCE: Fluid ounces (fl oz) measure VOLUME (like cups), while weight ounces (oz) measure MASS (like grams). You CANNOT directly convert between them! Example: 1 fl oz of water ≈ 1 oz in weight, but 1 fl oz of honey ≈ 1.5 oz in weight. Our chart only covers WEIGHT ounces.
Should I round grams when converting to ounces?
It depends on your use case: For COOKING - rounding to nearest 0.1 oz is fine (3.53 oz → 3.5 oz). For BAKING - use full decimals (3.527 oz) for precision. For SHIPPING - round UP to nearest whole oz to avoid underestimating package weight. For NUTRITION - use 2 decimal places for accuracy.
Why do some charts show different gram-to-ounce values?
The official conversion is 1 oz = 28.3495 grams (exact). Most practical charts round to 28.35g for simplicity. Some older charts use 28g for easier mental math. We use 28.35g as it's the most accurate while still being practical for everyday use. The difference is tiny: only 0.05g per ounce!
Can I use this chart for postal shipping?
Yes! This chart is perfect for calculating package weights for USPS, UPS, FedEx, etc. IMPORTANT: Always round UP to the next ounce when shipping to avoid underestimating costs. Example: If your package weighs 850g (29.98 oz), round UP to 30 oz when entering weight into shipping calculator.
Do I need a special kitchen scale for gram-to-ounce conversion?
No special scale needed! Most digital kitchen scales ($10-30) show BOTH grams and ounces with a unit button. Look for these features: (1) Toggle between g/oz, (2) 1g precision (good enough for cooking), (3) Tare/zero function, (4) Max capacity 5kg/11lbs. For precision baking, get 0.1g accuracy ($20-40).
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