How to convert ounces to pounds
Ounces and Pounds both measure weight, so converting is a single multiplication. One oz equals 0.0625 lb, so you multiply your ounces value by 0.0625.
Formula: pounds = ounces × 0.0625. For example, 10 oz = 0.625 lb.
Ounces to Pounds conversion table
| Ounces (oz) | Pounds (lb) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0625 |
| 2 | 0.125 |
| 5 | 0.3125 |
| 10 | 0.625 |
| 25 | 1.5625 |
| 50 | 3.125 |
| 100 | 6.25 |
| 1,000 | 62.5 |
Ounces and Pounds explained
Ounces (oz): An imperial unit equal to about 28.35 g, used for food and postage in the US.
Pounds (lb): Sixteen ounces (453.592 g), the everyday imperial unit of weight in the US and UK.
When you'd convert ounces to pounds
You'll convert ounces to pounds whenever a measurement is given in one unit but you need it in the other — comparing ounces and pounds figures across regions, following a recipe or spec, or double-checking a number. Because 1 oz is exactly 0.0625 lb, the result is precise every time.
Frequently asked questions
How many pounds are in a ounce?
One oz equals 0.0625 lb. Multiply your ounces figure by 0.0625 to get pounds.
What is the formula to convert ounces to pounds?
pounds = ounces × 0.0625. The factor 0.0625 is exact.
What is 2 ounces in pounds?
2 oz = 0.125 lb. You can enter any value in the converter above to get an instant result.
Is this Ounces to Pounds converter accurate?
Yes. It uses the standard conversion factor (1 oz = 0.0625 lb) defined by BIPM — SI Brochure (definition of the kilogram), so results are exact to several decimal places.