How to convert ounces to metric tons
Ounces and Metric Tons both measure weight, so converting is a single multiplication. One oz equals 0.000028 t, so you multiply your ounces value by 0.000028.
Formula: metric tons = ounces × 0.000028. For example, 10 oz = 0.000283 t.
Ounces to Metric Tons conversion table
| Ounces (oz) | Metric Tons (t) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.000028 |
| 2 | 0.000057 |
| 5 | 0.000142 |
| 10 | 0.000283 |
| 25 | 0.000709 |
| 50 | 0.001417 |
| 100 | 0.002835 |
| 1,000 | 0.02835 |
Ounces and Metric Tons explained
Ounces (oz): An imperial unit equal to about 28.35 g, used for food and postage in the US.
Metric Tons (t): One thousand kilograms (a tonne), used for cargo, vehicles and bulk goods.
When you'd convert ounces to metric tons
You'll convert ounces to metric tons whenever a measurement is given in one unit but you need it in the other — comparing ounces and metric tons figures across regions, following a recipe or spec, or double-checking a number. Because 1 oz is exactly 0.000028 t, the result is precise every time.
Frequently asked questions
How many metric tons are in a ounce?
One oz equals 0.000028 t. Multiply your ounces figure by 0.000028 to get metric tons.
What is the formula to convert ounces to metric tons?
metric tons = ounces × 0.000028. The factor 0.000028 is exact.
What is 2 ounces in metric tons?
2 oz = 0.000057 t. You can enter any value in the converter above to get an instant result.
Is this Ounces to Metric Tons converter accurate?
Yes. It uses the standard conversion factor (1 oz = 0.000028 t) defined by BIPM — SI Brochure (definition of the kilogram), so results are exact to several decimal places.