Let’s be real — whether you’re weighing protein powder at the gym, figuring out shipping costs, following a British recipe in the US, or just curious how much that 28 g of “something” actually weighs in pounds, you need a fast grams-to-pounds conversion. I’ve got you covered with a dead-simple calculator, printable chart, and every common number you’ll ever need.
Quick answer first: 1 gram = 0.00220462 pounds. Or flip it: 1 pound = exactly 453.592 grams (yes, that number is tattooed on every baker’s brain).
Grams to Pounds Calculator (Instant & Free)
Just type any number below — it works both ways!
[Live calculator widget would go here — enter grams → see pounds instantly]
Popular one-click buttons people actually use: 100 g → 0.220462 lb 250 g → 0.551156 lb 500 g → 1.10231 lb 1000 g (1 kg) → 2.20462 lb
Quick Grams to Pounds Conversion Chart (Save This!)
| Grams (g) | Pounds (lb) | Ounces (oz) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 g | 0.0022 lb | 0.035 oz |
| 28 g | 0.0617 lb | 1 oz |
| 100 g | 0.2205 lb | 3.53 oz |
| 200 g | 0.4409 lb | 7.05 oz |
| 250 g | 0.5512 lb | 8.82 oz |
| 300 g | 0.6614 lb | 10.58 oz |
| 400 g | 0.8818 lb | 14.11 oz |
| 450 g | 0.9921 lb | 15.87 oz |
| 500 g | 1.1023 lb | 17.64 oz |
| 1000 g | 2.2046 lb | 35.27 oz |
Bookmark this table — it’s the only one you’ll ever need.
How to Convert Grams to Pounds Manually (No Calculator)
Super easy formula: Pounds = Grams × 0.00220462
Or the shortcut most people actually use: Pounds ≈ Grams ÷ 453.6 (round to 454 if you’re lazy and it’s close enough for cooking)
Example: You have 680 grams of coffee beans. 680 ÷ 453.6 ≈ 1.50 pounds exactly (that’s why shipping jumps at 1.5 lb!)
Want to see the math in motion? Here’s a 2-minute video that breaks it down with real examples: Grams to Pounds Conversion Explained (YouTube)
Everyday Grams to Pounds Conversions You’ll Use All the Time
- 30 g protein scoop = 0.066 lb
- 113 g (4 oz) butter = 0.25 lb exactly
- 227 g (8 oz) cream cheese = 0.5 lb
- 454 g (16 oz) = 1 lb (the classic “pound of flesh”)
- 3500 g newborn baby = 7.72 lb (congrats!)
- 20 kg kettlebell = 44.09 lb
- 3.5 g (an eighth) = 0.0077 lb or 0.123 oz
Grams vs Pounds – When to Use Each
- Use grams: science, Europe, cannabis, jewelry, nutrition labels
- Use pounds: US/UK body weight, shipping, boxing weigh-ins, babies
Fun fact: The pound comes from the Roman “libra” — that’s why we still use “lb” today. More history here: Pound (mass) on Wikipedia
Real-Life Examples That Actually Happen
- Recipe calls for 450 g flour → almost 1 lb (just use the whole bag)
- Amazon says your package is 907 g → that’s 2 lb exactly (shipping tier jump!)
- Your gym buddy brags about a 100 kg deadlift → tell them that’s a casual 220 lb
- You buy 250 g of expensive saffron → cry when you realize it’s only half a pound
Free Printable Grams to Pounds Chart (PDF)
Click below to download the clean one-page version I actually keep on my fridge: [Download Printable g to lb Chart – Free PDF]
Final Tip From Someone Who Converts Daily
Stop googling every single time. Bookmark this page or screenshot the chart above. You’ll save literal hours over a year — especially if you bake, lift, ship packages, or travel between metric and imperial countries.
Now go weigh something and impress your friends with instant conversions!
Quick FAQ
How many grams are in one pound? Exactly 453.592 grams.
500 grams to pounds? 500 g = 1.102 pounds (or roughly 1 lb 1.6 oz).
How to convert grams to pounds without a calculator? Divide grams by 454 and you’re within 0.01 lb — good enough for almost everything.
1 kg to pounds? 1 kilogram = 2.20462 pounds.
28 grams to pounds? 28 g = 0.0617 lb (or exactly 1 ounce).
Is 1000 grams exactly 2 pounds? Close! 1000 g = 2.20462 lb (just over 2 lb).
