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Ounce to Pound

Convert ounce (oz) to pound (lb) with a live calculator, reference table and formula.

Category
weight
From
oz
To
lb
Factor
0.0625
// INPUT01

Ounce

// OUTPUT02
0.0625

Pound

Factor0.0625
Inverse16
Formulalb = oz × 0.0625
Updated2026-05-25

TRY AMOUNTS

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Ounce to Pound Conversion Table

Common ounce to pound values for quick reference.

OuncePound
10.0625
20.125
50.3125
100.625
251.5625
503.125
1006.25
25015.625
50031.25
100062.5

When you'd actually use this

Where you'd actually use ounce → pound in everyday Australian life.

  • Cooking from overseas recipes

    American and British cookbooks rarely use the same weight units as Australian ones.

  • Online shopping

    Product specs from US stores often list weight in imperial units.

  • Travel and fitness apps

    Apps that default to a different region may show weight you need to translate.

Conversion Formula

To convert Ounce to Pound, multiply the ounce value by 0.0625. This factor represents how many pound are equivalent to one ounce.

Formula

Pound = Ounce × 0.0625

Inverse (converting back)

Ounce = Pound × 16

How to Convert Ounce to Pound

Convert ounce to pound in three steps. The relationship is a single multiplication, so once you know the factor you can do it in your head for round numbers.

  1. Start with your value

    Take the number of ounce you want to convert.

  2. Multiply by the factor

    Multiply the value by 0.0625.

  3. Read your answer

    The result is the equivalent in pound.

Worked example

10 ounce = 0.625 pound

10 × 0.0625 = 0.625 pound.

What is a Ounce?

An ounce (avoirdupois) is approximately 28.35 grams, commonly used in American recipes and product specs.

Origin

Inherited from the British imperial system; standardised internationally in 1959.

Notable uses

  • American recipes
  • Boxing weight classes
  • Precious metals (troy ounce — different unit)

What is a Pound?

A pound is 16 ounces or about 453.59 grams, the everyday imperial unit of weight in the US and UK.

Origin

From the Latin libra; the international avoirdupois pound was standardised at 453.59237 g in 1959.

Notable uses

  • Body weight (US)
  • Imperial recipes
  • Shipping labels

Frequently Asked Questions