Weight Ounces to Pounds Converter (oz to lb)

Add up the net weights of several packages and express the total in pounds.

Weight Ounces to Pounds

Amount

Use a decimal, fraction, or mixed number, such as 1.5, 1/2, or 1 1/2.

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Result

0.0625 lb

1 oz by weight = 0.0625 lb

Quick reference
Ounce by weight (oz)	Pound (lb)
⅛	≈ 0.0078
¼	≈ 0.0156
⅓	≈ 0.0208
½	≈ 0.0313
⅔	≈ 0.0417
¾	≈ 0.0469
1	0.0625
1½	≈ 0.0938
2	0.125
4	0.25

Source · Unicode CLDR 48 unit conversions. The ≈ sign marks rounded or estimated values.

Choose the right measure

Sixteen avoirdupois weight ounces make one pound. The ratio applies to scale readings, including dry ingredients and packaged liquids labeled by weight.

Worked example

24 oz by weight = 1.5 lb.

Use the result in your recipe

Use a kitchen scale and keep its unit display in view. A fluid ounce uses a different dimension.

Measurement references: Unicode CLDR 48 unit conversions.

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