A pound is 453.59237 g. Divide grams by 453.6 to get pounds, useful for meat, produce and parcel weights.
How to use the Grams to Pounds Converter
- Type the number of grams into the Grams field. Decimals such as 500 are fine.
- Read the answer in Pounds – it updates as you type, with no button to press.
- To convert the other way, type into Pounds and the grams are recalculated.
- Press Copy results to copy both values with the page title, or Copy link to share this exact conversion.
This page converts only g ⇄ lb. Need a different unit? Use the general weight converter, where you can choose any “from” and “to” unit.
How it works
Both units measure weight, so they are always in the same ratio: one gram equals 0.0022046226 pounds. The calculator multiplies the number of grams you type by 0.0022046226 to give pounds, and when you type into the pounds field it divides by the same factor to give grams. Because the ratio never changes, doubling the grams always doubles the pounds. Results are calculated at full precision and rounded only for display (up to eight decimal places, with very large or small values shown in scientific notation).
How to convert grams to pounds
- Write down the value in grams, for example 1,000 g.
- Multiply by the conversion factor 0.0022046226 (because 1 gram = 0.0022046226 lb).
- 1,000 × 0.0022046226 = 2.2046226 lb.
- To go back from pounds to grams, divide by 0.0022046226 – or multiply by 453.59237.
g to lb conversion table
| Grams | Pounds | Pounds | Grams |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 g | 0.11023113 lb | 1 lb | 453.59237 g |
| 100 g | 0.22046226 lb | 2 lb | 907.18474 g |
| 200 g | 0.44092452 lb | 5 lb | 2,267.9619 g |
| 250 g | 0.55115566 lb | 10 lb | 4,535.9237 g |
| 453.6 g | 1.0000168 lb | 20 lb | 9,071.8474 g |
| 500 g | 1.1023113 lb | 50 lb | 22,679.619 g |
| 750 g | 1.653467 lb | 100 lb | 45,359.237 g |
| 1,000 g | 2.2046226 lb | 1,000 lb | 453,592.37 g |
| 2,000 g | 4.4092452 lb | ||
| 5,000 g | 11.023113 lb |
What is a gram?
A gram is one thousandth of a kilogram. Recipes, nutrition labels, postage and jewellery weights use grams in metric countries.
What is a pound?
The avoirdupois pound is defined as exactly 0.45359237 kg and is divided into 16 ounces. It is the everyday weight unit in the U.S. and is still widely used in the UK for body weight and food.
Quick mental conversion
For a fast estimate, multiply grams by about 0.0022 to get pounds; the error is about 0.2%. Use the calculator above when you need the exact figure.
Common mistakes to avoid
Confusing fluid ounces (volume) with ounces (weight), using troy ounces for food or regular ounces for gold, and mixing u.s. short tons, uk long tons and metric tonnes.
Formula
1 g = 0.0022046226 lb1 lb = 453.59237 glb = g × 0.0022046226Worked example
Inputs — Grams: 1,000 g.
Results — Pounds = 2.20462262 lb.
Frequently asked questions
How many pounds is 500 g?
About 1.102 lb.
How many grams in a pound?
453.59 g.
How do I convert grams to pounds?
Multiply the number of grams by 0.0022046226. For example, 1,000 g × 0.0022046226 = 2.2046226 lb.
How do I convert pounds back to grams?
Divide by 0.0022046226 (or multiply by 453.59237), or simply type the value into the pounds field above.
What is 100 g in pounds?
100 g = 0.22046226 lb.
What is 50 g in pounds?
50 g = 0.11023113 lb.
Is this conversion exact?
Yes. The factor comes from the official definitions of both units (NIST and the SI), so the only difference you may see is rounding in the last displayed digit.
Can I convert to other units on this page?
This page converts only between grams and pounds. To pick any weight unit, use the general weight converter linked under Related calculators.
What formula does the Grams to Pounds Converter use?
1 g = 0.0022046226 lb.