Cornstarch
Other·Density: 0.54 g/ml
Also known as: corn flour, cornflour, maize starch
Density Information
0.54 g/ml(spooned method)
Data source
USDA FoodData CentralAll Conversions
Measuring Tips
- 2 tbsp cornstarch = 3 tbsp flour for thickening
- Very fine powder - do not pack or shake
Cornstarch — Quick Reference
Common us cup to gram conversions
| US Cup | Gram |
|---|---|
| ¼ cup | 32g |
| ⅓ cup | 43g |
| ½ cup | 64g |
| ⅔ cup | 85g |
| ¾ cup | 96g |
| 1 cup | 128g |
| 1½ cups | 192g |
| 2 cups | 256g |
Based on cornstarch density of 0.54 g/ml (spooned method). Source: USDA FoodData Central.
Frequently Asked Questions
1 US cup of cornstarch weighs approximately 128 grams. This is based on a density of 0.54 g/ml using the spooned measurement method.
Cornstarch has a density of 0.54 g/ml when measured using the spooned method. This data is sourced from USDA FoodData Central.
For best accuracy, always measure cornstarch by weight (grams) using a kitchen scale. Volume measurements (cups) can vary by 10-30% depending on your measurement technique. This is especially important in baking where precision matters.