⚖️ lbs → g Converter
Translate imperial weights into metric grams.
Useful for cooking, shipping, and science labs when a recipe or scale gives values in pounds but you need grams.
5 lb equals
2,267.96 g
Kilograms: 2.268 kg
Ounces: 80 oz
How to Use This Calculator
Enter pounds
Input the weight measured in pounds on your scale or label.
Review grams
The converter multiplies pounds by 453.59237 to show grams.
Use other outputs
Kilograms and ounces keep both metric and imperial references handy.
Formula
grams = pounds × 453.59237
kilograms = pounds × 0.45359237
ounces = pounds × 16
Use the formula breakdown to confirm the calculation logic or perform the conversion manually if needed.
Full Description
Grams are the go-to unit for precise measurements in cooking, science, and manufacturing. Converting from pounds ensures you can interpret imperial packaging, U.S. recipes, or bodyweight data in metric form.
The additional kilogram and ounce outputs give you a full snapshot of the same mass so you can communicate across regions and industries.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I convert grams back to pounds?
Divide grams by 453.59237, or use the pounds converter for the reverse direction.
Does it handle decimals?
Yes. Decimal pounds convert accurately into grams and kilograms.
What about stones?
Use the lbs to stone converter to see the value in UK stones.
Is rounding applied?
Results use sensible precision. Copying them preserves the shown decimals.