Granulated Sugar
Ounce to Gram
Understanding Granulated Sugar Conversions
The Math Behind This Conversion
To convert 1 ounces of granulated sugar to grams, multiply by 28.3495 (the number of grams per ounce). So 1oz × 28.3495 = 28.3g.
Measurement Tip
Measure granulated sugar by spooning into your cup and leveling off. Unlike brown sugar, granulated sugar should not be packed—just fill and level for consistent results.
About Our Data
The density value of 0.85 g/ml for granulated sugar is from the USDA FoodData Central database (ID: 169655). This measurement was taken with granulated sugar poured into the measuring cup.
Frequently Asked Questions
1 ounce of granulated sugar weighs approximately 28 gram. This is based on a density of 0.85 g/ml for granulated sugar.
For granulated sugar, spoon into the measuring cup and level off. Brown sugar should be packed firmly.
Weighing granulated sugar gives more consistent results than volume measurements. A cup of granulated sugar can vary by 10-20% depending on how it's measured (spooned vs scooped). Professional bakers always weigh ingredients for this reason.
Granulated Sugar has a density of 0.85 g/ml, meaning each milliliter weighs 0.85 grams. Different ingredients have different densities—for example, flour is lighter than sugar—which is why each needs its own conversion factor.