How to convert grams to pounds
One gram equals 0.002205 pounds, so multiply the number of grams by 0.002205:
lb = g × 0.002205
g = lb ÷ 0.002205 (1 lb = 453.592 g)
Example: 100 g → 100 × 0.002205 = 0.220462 lb.
Going the other way, divide by 0.002205, or multiply by 453.592; the pounds to grams converter does it for you.
Everyday values
| Grams | Pounds | For example |
|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 0.220462 lb | 100 g |
| 227 g | 0.500449 lb | half a pound |
| 454 g | 1.0009 lb | one pound |
| 500 g | 1.1023 lb | half a kilo |
| 1,000 g | 2.2046 lb | one kilogram |
When you need this conversion
One pound is 453.59 g. A useful kitchen approximation is 450 g per pound, which is good enough for most recipes but not for postage or medicine.
Gram to pound conversion table
| g | lb | g | lb |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 g | 0.110231 lb | 650 g | 1.433 lb |
| 100 g | 0.220462 lb | 700 g | 1.5432 lb |
| 150 g | 0.330693 lb | 750 g | 1.6535 lb |
| 200 g | 0.440925 lb | 800 g | 1.7637 lb |
| 250 g | 0.551156 lb | 850 g | 1.8739 lb |
| 300 g | 0.661387 lb | 900 g | 1.9842 lb |
| 350 g | 0.771618 lb | 950 g | 2.0944 lb |
| 400 g | 0.881849 lb | 1,000 g | 2.2046 lb |
| 450 g | 0.99208 lb | 1,050 g | 2.3149 lb |
| 500 g | 1.1023 lb | 1,100 g | 2.4251 lb |
| 550 g | 1.2125 lb | 1,150 g | 2.5353 lb |
| 600 g | 1.3228 lb | 1,200 g | 2.6456 lb |
About the units
- Gram (g): one thousandth of a kilogram.
- Pound (lb): exactly 0.45359237 kilograms (international avoirdupois pound).
Both are units of weight (mass). The conversion factor comes from the exact definitions above, so the calculator is exact; results are only rounded for display (up to six significant digits).
Frequently asked questions
How many pounds are in one gram?
One gram is 0.002205 pounds. One pound is 453.592 grams.
How do I convert grams to pounds?
Multiply the value in grams by 0.002205. To go back, divide by 0.002205.
What is 100 g in pounds?
100 g = 0.220462 lb.
What is 227 g in pounds?
227 g = 0.500449 lb.
Sources
- NIST Special Publication 811 (2008), Guide for the Use of the International System of Units (SI), Appendix B: conversion factors.
- NIST Handbook 44 (2024), Appendix C: General tables of units of measurement.
Last reviewed 5 October 2026. Results are estimates; see our disclaimer.