Grams and Ounces
A gram (g) is the base unit of mass in the metric system, equal to one thousandth of a kilogram. It is used worldwide for everyday measurements — from food nutrition labels to postal weights.
An ounce (oz) — specifically the avoirdupois ounce — is a unit of mass in the imperial and US customary systems. It equals 1/16 of a pound and is commonly used in the United States for food, cooking, and shipping.
One ounce equals exactly 28.349523125 grams.
How to Convert Grams to Ounces
Divide the mass in grams by 28.3495:
oz = g ÷ 28.3495
Example: Convert 100 grams to ounces. 100 ÷ 28.3495 = 3.527 oz
How to Convert Ounces to Grams
Multiply the number of ounces by 28.3495:
g = oz × 28.3495
Example: Convert 5 ounces to grams. 5 × 28.3495 = 141.748 g
Quick Reference Table
| Grams (g) | Ounces (oz) |
|---|---|
| 25 g | 0.882 oz |
| 50 g | 1.764 oz |
| 100 g | 3.527 oz |
| 250 g | 8.818 oz |
| 500 g | 17.637 oz |
| 1000 g | 35.274 oz |