Grams to Pounds Converter
Convert grams to pounds (and ounces) instantly using the exact factor 1 lb = 453.59237 g. Enter grams to get pounds, decimal control, plus reverse pounds to grams. Perfect for cooking, nutrition, and shipping.
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Grams to Pounds Converter
Convert grams to pounds — and see the result also broken down into pounds and ounces — using the exact international pound (1 lb = 453.59237 g). Perfect for recipes, nutrition labels, shipping, and lab work.
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Factor: 1 g = 1 ÷ 453.59237 lb
Pounds + ounces
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1 lb = 16 oz
Reverse (lb → g)
Grams to pounds formula
The international avoirdupois pound is defined as exactly 453.59237 grams. That gives us:
1 lb = 453.59237 gpounds = grams ÷ 453.59237
Example: 500 g ÷ 453.59237 ≈ 1.1023 lb.
To go in the other direction:
grams = pounds × 453.59237
Quick reference table
| Grams (g) | Pounds (lb) |
|---|---|
| 100 g | 0.2205 lb |
| 250 g | 0.5512 lb |
| 500 g | 1.1023 lb |
| 1000 g | 2.2046 lb |
| 2000 g | 4.4092 lb |
FAQ
Is 1 g = 0.0022 lb accurate?
Yes, for most real-world uses. The exact value is 0.0022046226 lb per gram. We round it according to your decimal selection.
Why show pounds and ounces?
In the US/UK, small food weights are often given in ounces. Showing both helps you copy the value straight into a recipe card or product description.
Formula (LaTeX) + variables + units
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1 lb = 453.59237 g pounds = grams ÷ 453.59237
grams = pounds × 453.59237
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- NIST — Weights and measures — nist.gov · Accessed 2026-01-19
https://www.nist.gov/pml/weights-and-measures - NIST — SI units — nist.gov · Accessed 2026-01-19
https://www.nist.gov/pml/owm/metric-si/si-units
Last code update: 2026-01-19
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