Grams to Pounds Converter
Convert grams to pounds instantly. One gram equals exactly 0.002204623 pounds. Type in either box to convert both ways, then use the chart, worked examples and everyday sizes below.
How to convert grams to pounds
Worked example: convert 250 grams to pounds. Using pounds ← grams × 0.002204622622, we get 250 × 0.002204622622 = 0.55115566 lb. To check the result, convert back: 0.55115566 lb ÷ 0.002204622622 = 250 g.
Grams to pounds chart
| Grams (g) | Pounds (lb) |
|---|---|
| 1 g | 0.002204623 lb |
| 2 g | 0.004409245 lb |
| 3 g | 0.006613868 lb |
| 4 g | 0.00881849 lb |
| 5 g | 0.01102311 lb |
| 6 g | 0.01322774 lb |
| 8 g | 0.01763698 lb |
| 10 g | 0.02204623 lb |
| 12 g | 0.02645547 lb |
| 15 g | 0.03306934 lb |
| 20 g | 0.04409245 lb |
| 25 g | 0.05511557 lb |
| 30 g | 0.06613868 lb |
| 40 g | 0.0881849 lb |
| 50 g | 0.1102311 lb |
| 75 g | 0.1653467 lb |
| 100 g | 0.2204623 lb |
| 150 g | 0.3306934 lb |
| 200 g | 0.4409245 lb |
| 250 g | 0.5511557 lb |
| 500 g | 1.102311 lb |
| 1,000 g | 2.204623 lb |
Pounds to grams (reverse)
| Pounds (lb) | Grams (g) |
|---|---|
| 1 lb | 453.5924 g |
| 2 lb | 907.1847 g |
| 5 lb | 2,267.962 g |
| 10 lb | 4,535.924 g |
| 20 lb | 9,071.847 g |
| 50 lb | 22,679.62 g |
| 100 lb | 45,359.24 g |
| 250 lb | 113,398.1 g |
| 500 lb | 226,796.2 g |
| 1,000 lb | 453,592.4 g |
About the gram and the pound
The gram is one thousandth of a kilogram and the everyday unit for cooking ingredients, nutrition labels and postal weights of small items. A paperclip weighs about one gram.
The avoirdupois pound divides into 16 ounces. It is the everyday unit for body weight and groceries in the United States and is still common in the United Kingdom.
One pound equals 453.5924 grams, which makes the pound the heavier unit of the two.
Everyday sizes in grams and pounds
| Everyday example (approximate) | In grams | In pounds |
|---|---|---|
| A paperclip | 1 g | 0.0022046 lb |
| A US stick of butter | 113 g | 0.24912 lb |
| A smartphone | 190 g | 0.41888 lb |
| A liter of water | 1,000 g | 2.2046 lb |
| A newborn baby | 3,400 g | 7.4957 lb |
| A bowling ball (maximum) | 7,260 g | 16.006 lb |
Grams to pounds FAQ
How many pounds are in one gram?
One gram equals exactly 0.002204622622 pounds. In the other direction, one pound equals 453.59237 grams.
How do I convert grams to pounds without a calculator?
convert 250 grams to pounds. Using pounds ← grams × 0.002204622622, we get 250 × 0.002204622622 = 0.55115566 lb. To check the result, convert back: 0.55115566 lb ÷ 0.002204622622 = 250 g. For a quick estimate, round the factor to 0.0022. Then 250 g is about 0.55 lb, compared with the exact 0.551156 lb (an error of 0.21%). That is close enough for planning, but use the calculator above when the number matters.
What is a paperclip in pounds?
A paperclip is about 1 grams, which is 0.0022046 pounds. Treat that as an approximate everyday figure rather than an official measurement.
Are the grams and pounds the same in every country?
The gram is exactly 0.001 kg. Since 1959 the pound is exactly 0.45359237 kg in the US, UK and Commonwealth.