Weight converter: gram → ounce
Facts about the Gram
The gram (g) is a metric unit of mass equal to one-thousandth of a kilogram. It is commonly used in cooking, grocery shopping, nutrition labels, and scientific contexts for measuring lighter objects. The gram originated during the French Revolution as part of the original metric system.
Facts about the Ounce
The ounce (oz) is a unit of mass used mostly in the U.S. and U.K. One ounce is equal to approximately 28.3495 grams. Ounces are used for measuring food, precious metals, and smaller consumer goods. In cooking and nutrition, ounces appear frequently on ingredient labels and packaging.