How to convert grams to pounds
- Type a value in grams into the converter above.
- The answer in pounds shows as you type. It uses the formula pounds = grams × 0.002204622622.
- For example, 100 g is 0.22 lb.
About grams and pounds
A pound is exactly 453.59237 grams, so divide grams by 453.59 to get pounds. For a quick estimate divide by 450, which comes out about 0.8% high.
European packaging and recipes weigh food in grams, while US recipes, shop scales and postage use pounds. The answer comes out in decimal pounds, and the FAQ shows how to split it into pounds and ounces.
Examples
- 100 g (a 100 g chocolate bar) is 0.22 lb
- 250 g (a 250 g block of butter) is 0.551 lb
- 500 g (a 500 g pack of pasta) is 1.1 lb
- 1,000 g (one kilogram) is 2.2 lb
Grams to pounds chart
| Grams (g) | Pounds (lb) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0022 |
| 5 | 0.011 |
| 10 | 0.022 |
| 25 | 0.0551 |
| 50 | 0.11 |
| 100 | 0.22 |
| 113 | 0.249 |
| 125 | 0.276 |
| 150 | 0.331 |
| 200 | 0.441 |
| 227 | 0.5 |
| 250 | 0.551 |
| Grams (g) | Pounds (lb) |
|---|---|
| 300 | 0.661 |
| 400 | 0.882 |
| 454 | 1 |
| 500 | 1.1 |
| 600 | 1.32 |
| 750 | 1.65 |
| 800 | 1.76 |
| 1,000 | 2.2 |
| 1,500 | 3.31 |
| 2,000 | 4.41 |
| 2,500 | 5.51 |
| 5,000 | 11.02 |