Pounds to Ounces Converter — LB to OZ Weight Calculator
Convert pounds to ounces. 1 lb = 16 oz — exact avoirdupois conversion for cooking, shipping, fitness, and everyday US weights.
Convertion of Pounds to Ounces
Live conversion as you type. 1 lb × 16 = 16 oz
Pounds to Ounces Conversion Chart
Common pound values with ounce and gram equivalents. Click a row to load.
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Batch Pounds to Ounces
Enter pound values (one per line or comma-separated).
Convert to All Weight Units
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US Kitchen Weights — Pounds & Ounces
Recipe and package sizes in pounds with ounce breakdown.
Conversion Formulas
US customary avoirdupois weights (exact ratios).
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How to Convert Pounds to Ounces
In the US customary system, one pound equals exactly 16 ounces. Example: 2 lb × 16 = 32 oz. For converting ounces to pounds, it need to divide by 16.
This free pounds to ounces converter is built for recipes that list butter in sticks (4 oz each), meat sold by the pound, baby weight in lb/oz, and shipping labels that split pounds and ounces.
Pounds to ounces conversion chart
| Pounds (lb) | Ounces (oz) | Common use |
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| 0.25 lb | 4 oz | Stick of butter (US) |
| 0.5 lb | 8 oz | Half pound |
| 1 lb | 16 oz | Standard pound |
| 2 lb | 32 oz | Small roast |
| 5 lb | 80 oz | Bag of flour |
| 10 lb | 160 oz | — |
Pounds, ounces & grams
Ounces and pounds are imperial/US units. 1 oz = 28.3495 g and 1 lb = 453.592 g. Nutrition labels in the US often show ounces; science and most of the world use grams — use our related converters to switch.
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Pounds to Ounces FAQ
How many ounces are in a pound?
1 pound = 16 ounces in the avoirdupois system used for everyday weight in the US.
How do I convert 5 pounds to ounces?
To convert, choose the pounds option on the calculator and input 5. The calculation of 5 lb multiplied by 16 will yield a result of 80 oz.
How many pounds is 32 ounces?
32 oz ÷ 16 = 2 lb. Swap units on this page to convert ounces to pounds.
Is a fluid ounce the same as a weight ounce?
No. This tool converts weight ounces (oz). Fluid ounces (fl oz) measure volume for liquids — use a volume converter for those.
How many ounces in half a pound?
0.5 lb = 8 oz. A quarter pound is 4 oz.
2026-06-05 00:15:01
Taylor Bennett