Pounds to Grams Converter
Convert pounds to grams instantly. One pound equals exactly 453.5924 grams. Type in either box to convert both ways, then use the chart, worked examples and everyday sizes below.
How to convert pounds to grams
Worked example: convert 7 pounds to grams. Using grams ← pounds × 453.59237, we get 7 × 453.59237 = 3,175.1466 g. To check the result, convert back: 3,175.1466 g ÷ 453.59237 = 7 lb.
Pounds to grams chart
| Pounds (lb) | Grams (g) |
|---|---|
| 1 lb | 453.5924 g |
| 2 lb | 907.1847 g |
| 3 lb | 1,360.777 g |
| 4 lb | 1,814.369 g |
| 5 lb | 2,267.962 g |
| 6 lb | 2,721.554 g |
| 8 lb | 3,628.739 g |
| 10 lb | 4,535.924 g |
| 12 lb | 5,443.108 g |
| 15 lb | 6,803.886 g |
| 20 lb | 9,071.847 g |
| 25 lb | 11,339.81 g |
| 30 lb | 13,607.77 g |
| 40 lb | 18,143.69 g |
| 50 lb | 22,679.62 g |
| 75 lb | 34,019.43 g |
| 100 lb | 45,359.24 g |
| 150 lb | 68,038.86 g |
| 200 lb | 90,718.47 g |
| 250 lb | 113,398.1 g |
| 500 lb | 226,796.2 g |
| 1,000 lb | 453,592.4 g |
Grams to pounds (reverse)
| Grams (g) | Pounds (lb) |
|---|---|
| 1 g | 0.002204623 lb |
| 2 g | 0.004409245 lb |
| 5 g | 0.01102311 lb |
| 10 g | 0.02204623 lb |
| 20 g | 0.04409245 lb |
| 50 g | 0.1102311 lb |
| 100 g | 0.2204623 lb |
| 250 g | 0.5511557 lb |
| 500 g | 1.102311 lb |
| 1,000 g | 2.204623 lb |
About the pound and the 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.
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.
One pound equals 453.5924 grams, which makes the pound the heavier unit of the two.
Everyday sizes in pounds and grams
| Everyday example (approximate) | In pounds | In grams |
|---|---|---|
| A paperclip | 0.0022046 lb | 1 g |
| A US stick of butter | 0.24912 lb | 113 g |
| A smartphone | 0.41888 lb | 190 g |
| A liter of water | 2.2046 lb | 1,000 g |
| A newborn baby | 7.4957 lb | 3,400 g |
| A bowling ball (maximum) | 16.006 lb | 7,260 g |
Pounds to grams FAQ
How many grams are in one pound?
One pound equals exactly 453.59237 grams. In the other direction, one gram equals 0.0022046226 pounds.
How do I convert pounds to grams without a calculator?
convert 7 pounds to grams. Using grams ← pounds × 453.59237, we get 7 × 453.59237 = 3,175.1466 g. To check the result, convert back: 3,175.1466 g ÷ 453.59237 = 7 lb. For a quick estimate, round the factor to 450. Then 7 lb is about 3,150 g, compared with the exact 3,175.15 g (an error of 0.79%). That is close enough for planning, but use the calculator above when the number matters.
What is a paperclip in grams?
A paperclip is about 0.0022046 pounds, which is 1 grams. Treat that as an approximate everyday figure rather than an official measurement.
Are the pounds and grams the same in every country?
Since 1959 the pound is exactly 0.45359237 kg in the US, UK and Commonwealth. The gram is exactly 0.001 kg.