Ounces to LBS Converter
Turns ounce amounts on packages and recipes into pounds.
1 oz = 0.0625 lb
pounds
1 oz = 0.0625 lb
How to convert ounces to pounds
Multiply the number of ounces by 0.0625.
Formula
lb = oz × 0.0625
Examples
- 8 oz × 0.0625 = 0.5 lb
- 24 oz × 0.0625 = 1.5 lb
- 100 oz × 0.0625 = 6.25 lb
Ounces to pounds conversion table
| Ounces (oz) | Pounds (lb) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0625 |
| 2 | 0.125 |
| 4 | 0.25 |
| 6 | 0.375 |
| 8 | 0.5 |
| 10 | 0.625 |
| 12 | 0.75 |
| 14 | 0.875 |
| 16 | 1 |
| 20 | 1.25 |
| 24 | 1.5 |
| 32 | 2 |
| 40 | 2.5 |
| 48 | 3 |
| 64 | 4 |
| 100 | 6.25 |
Values rounded to 4 decimal places or 4 significant digits.
About ounces
The avoirdupois ounce is 1/16 of a pound, exactly 28.349523125 grams. It differs from the troy ounce (about 31.1 g) used for precious metals and from the fluid ounce, which measures volume rather than weight.
About pounds
The avoirdupois pound is defined as exactly 0.45359237 kilograms and is divided into 16 ounces. It is the everyday unit for body weight and groceries in the US, and is often abbreviated "lbs".
Frequently asked questions
How many pounds are in one ounce?
One ounce equals 0.0625 pounds.
How do I convert ounces to pounds?
Multiply the number of ounces by 0.0625. For example: 24 oz × 0.0625 = 1.5 lb.
How many ounces are in one pound?
One pound equals 16 ounces.
Is the oz to lb conversion exact?
Yes. The factor follows directly from the official definitions of both units, so the only rounding is in how many decimals are displayed.