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1 Pound in Grams — Weight Conversion

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1 lb = 453.6g

1 lb = 0.45 kg

Overview

1 lb equals 453.6g (0.45 kg). Pound to gram conversion for cooking.

Key Details

  • 1 lb = 453.6g
  • 1 lb = 0.45 kg
  • 1 lb = 16 oz
  • 1 pound = 453.592 grams

Why This Matters

  • Pounds are standard for meats and produce in the US
  • Metric recipes need gram/kg conversions

How To

  1. 1Multiply pounds by 453.6 to get grams
  2. 2Divide grams by 1000 to get kilograms
  3. 3Use a scale for accurate portioning

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Frequently Asked Questions

1 lb = 453.6g (0.45 kg).