Convert pounds to ounces
Enter a value in pounds to convert it to ounces.
pounds to ounces reference
| pounds | ounces |
|---|---|
| 1 lb | 16 oz |
| 2 lb | 32 oz |
| 5 lb | 80 oz |
| 10 lb | 160 oz |
| 25 lb | 400 oz |
| 50 lb | 800 oz |
| 100 lb | 1600 oz |
The conversion factor
One pound is 16 ounces. So to convert, multiply your figure in pounds by 16. To go the other way, multiply ounces by 0.0625, or use the ounces to pounds converter.
Doing it in your head
For a quick estimate, round the factor: roughly "times 16". Use the exact converter above when the number matters.
Where this conversion comes up
Recipes, shipping and luggage limits, body weight, and nutrition labels.
See the common unit conversions cheat sheet for the factors worth memorising.
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Frequently asked questions
How many ounces are in a pound?
1 pound = 16 ounces.
What is the formula to convert pounds to ounces?
Multiply the number of pounds by 16. To go back the other way, multiply ounces by 0.0625.
What is 10 pounds in ounces?
10 pounds = 160 ounces. The reference table below lists more common values.
Is this converter accurate?
It uses the internationally defined conversion factors and computes at full floating-point precision, then rounds only the displayed result. For everyday purposes it is exact; for legal, engineering or scientific work, confirm the required number of significant figures.
Does it work offline?
Yes. The conversion runs in your browser with no server call, so it keeps working with no connection, and nothing you enter is uploaded.
Last reviewed: September 2026. Figures and formulas are checked against their published sources; see the site's data notes.