Convert ounce to kilogram
Please provide values below to convert ounce [oz] to kilogram [kg], or Convert kilogram to ounce.
1 oz = 0.028349523125 kg. To convert ounce to kilogram, multiply the value by 0.028349523125; to go the other way, divide by it (1 kg = 35.2739619496 oz). Both units measure weight and mass and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 oz = 0.028349523125 kg
- 1 kg = 35.2739619496 oz
- 10 oz = 0.28349523125 kg
- 100 oz = 2.8349523125 kg
How to Convert Ounce to Kilogram
1 oz = 0.028349523125 kg
Example: convert 15 oz to kg:
15 oz = 15 × 0.028349523125 kg = 0.425242846875 kg
Ounce to Kilogram Conversion Table
| ounce | kilogram |
|---|---|
| 1 oz | 0.028349523125 kg |
| 2 oz | 0.05669904625 kg |
| 3 oz | 0.085048569375 kg |
| 5 oz | 0.141747615625 kg |
| 10 oz | 0.28349523125 kg |
| 20 oz | 0.5669904625 kg |
| 50 oz | 1.41747615625 kg |
| 100 oz | 2.8349523125 kg |
| 500 oz | 14.1747615625 kg |
| 1000 oz | 28.349523125 kg |
Ounce
An ounce (oz) is a unit of weight or mass used primarily in the United States and other countries that use the imperial system. It is equal to 1/16 of a pound or approximately 28.35 grams.
History/Origin
The ounce has origins in ancient Roman and medieval systems of weight measurement. It was historically used in various forms across different cultures, with the modern avoirdupois ounce standardized in the 14th century in England to facilitate trade and commerce.
Current Use
Today, the ounce is commonly used to measure food ingredients, precious metals, and other small quantities of weight in the United States and other countries using the imperial system. It is also used in the context of jewelry, cooking, and postal services.
Kilogram
The kilogram (kg) is the base unit of mass in the International System of Units (SI), defined as the mass of the International Prototype Kilogram, a platinum-iridium alloy cylinder kept at the International Bureau of Weights and Measures.
History/Origin
The kilogram was originally defined in 1795 as the mass of one liter of water. It was later represented by a platinum standard in 1875, known as the International Prototype Kilogram, which served as the global standard until 2019.
Current Use
Today, the kilogram is defined by the Planck constant, fixed at exactly 6.62607015×10⁻³⁴ joule seconds, ensuring greater precision and stability in measurements worldwide. It is widely used in science, industry, and commerce for measuring mass.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 ounce in kilogram?
1 ounce (oz) = 0.028349523125 kilogram (kg).
How do you convert ounce to kilogram?
Multiply the ounce value by 0.028349523125. For example, 25 oz × 0.028349523125 = 0.708738078125 kg.
What is 10 ounce in kilogram?
10 oz = 0.28349523125 kg.
Which unit is larger, the ounce or the kilogram?
The kilogram is the larger unit: 1 oz equals only 0.028349523125 kg.