Uncooked Rice
Ounce to Gram
Understanding Uncooked Rice Conversions
The Math Behind This Conversion
To convert 1 ounces of uncooked rice to grams, multiply by 28.3495 (the number of grams per ounce). So 1oz × 28.3495 = 28.3g.
Measurement Tip
For consistent results with uncooked rice, use a scale whenever possible. Volume measurements of grains can vary significantly based on how tightly packed they are. The density of 0.78 g/ml we use is based on a standard pour into a measuring cup.
About Our Data
The density value of 0.78 g/ml for uncooked rice is from the USDA FoodData Central database (ID: 169756). This measurement was taken with uncooked rice poured into the measuring cup.
Frequently Asked Questions
1 ounce of uncooked rice weighs approximately 28 gram. This is based on a density of 0.78 g/ml for uncooked rice.
For the most accurate measurement of uncooked rice, use a kitchen scale. Volume measurements can vary based on how the ingredient is packed.
Weighing uncooked rice gives more consistent results than volume measurements. A cup of uncooked rice can vary by 10-20% depending on how it's measured (spooned vs scooped). Professional bakers always weigh ingredients for this reason.
Uncooked Rice has a density of 0.78 g/ml, meaning each milliliter weighs 0.78 grams. Different ingredients have different densities—for example, flour is lighter than sugar—which is why each needs its own conversion factor.