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Convert Centigram to Ounce

Convert centigrams to ounces instantly. 1 centigram = 0.0003527396 ounce — use the live calculator, the exact formula, a conversion table and worked examples. Also check the Ounce to Centigram converter for the reverse conversion.

Written by Sunith Babu L, Ph.D., Lead Engineer Reviewed by Dr. Ashok Kumar K, Ph.D.
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Units explained

Metric / SI

Centigram

What is a centigram?

A centigram (cg) equals 0.00001 kilogram, or 0.01 gram.

Origin of the centigram

From the SI prefix 'centi-' (from Latin 'centum', hundred).

Where it is used

Used in pharmacology and analytical chemistry.

When and where it was developed

Part of the original metric system of 1795.

Avoirdupois

Ounce

What is a ounce?

The (avoirdupois) ounce (oz) equals one-sixteenth of a pound, about 28.35 grams.

Origin of the ounce

From Latin 'uncia', meaning a twelfth part.

Where it is used

US food portions, postal weights, and boxing weight classes.

When and where it was developed

Standardized as 1/16 of the international pound from 1959.

Centigram to Ounce conversion formula

The relationship between centigrams and ounces:

1 cg = 0.0003527396 oz
1 oz = 2834.95231 cg

To convert centigrams to ounces, multiply the value in centigrams by 0.0003527396. To reverse, multiply ounces by 2834.95231.

How to use this converter

Type a value into the calculator. The result in ounces updates as you type. Tap a quick value, copy the result with one click, or use the swap arrow to jump straight to the Ounce to Centigram converter for the reverse direction.

Step-by-step: convert centigrams to ounces

  1. Write down the value in centigrams (cg).
  2. Multiply that value by the factor 0.0003527396.
  3. The product is the equivalent value in ounces (oz).
  4. To reverse, multiply the ounce value by 2834.95231.

Worked examples

Example 1 — Convert 1 cg to oz:
1 × 0.0003527396 = 0.0003527396 oz

Example 2 — Convert 100 cg to oz:
100 × 0.0003527396 = 0.035273962 oz

Real-world example — Packaging gauge

A 4-centigram plastic bag thickness is a common spec for grocery and freezer bags. Converting from centigrams to ounces is what packaging buyers do whenever they bridge US and metric supplier quotes.

4 cg × 0.0003527396 = 0.0014109585 oz

Real-world example — Plastic film and laminate thickness

A 500-centigram sheet is a typical spec for ID-card laminates and film overlays. Converting to ounces aligns the value with the unit most CAD systems and material datasheets prefer.

500 cg × 0.0003527396 = 0.1763698099 oz

Centigram to Ounce conversion table

Standard reference values for converting centigrams to ounces:

Centigram [cg]Ounce [oz]
0.013.527396e-6
0.13.527396e-5
10.0003527396
20.0007054792
30.0010582189
40.0014109585
50.0017636981
100.0035273962
200.0070547924
300.0105821886
400.0141095848
500.017636981
1000.035273962
5000.1763698099
10000.3527396198

Frequently asked questions

How many ounces is 1 centigram?
1 centigram equals 0.0003527396 ounce.
How do I convert centigrams to ounces?
Multiply the value in centigrams by 0.0003527396 to get ounces.
How do I convert ounces back to centigrams?
Multiply the value in ounces by 2834.95231, or use the Ounce to Centigram converter.
How many ounces is 100 centigrams?
100 centigrams equals 0.035273962 ounces, because 100 × 0.0003527396 = 0.035273962.

Convert Centigram to other weight units

Show all Centigram conversions
Metric / SI (17 units)
Centigram to Attogram (ag) Centigram to Femtogram (fg) Centigram to Picogram (pg) Centigram to Nanogram (ng) Centigram to Microgram (µg) Centigram to Milligram (mg) Centigram to Decigram (dg) Centigram to Gram (g) Centigram to Dekagram (dag) Centigram to Hectogram (hg) Centigram to Kilogram (kg) Centigram to Quintal (metric) (q) Centigram to Metric Ton (t) Centigram to Gigagram (Gg) Centigram to Teragram (Tg) Centigram to Petagram (Pg) Centigram to Exagram (Eg)
Avoirdupois (15 units)
Centigram to Grain (gr) Centigram to Dram (avoirdupois) (dr) Centigram to Ounce (oz) Centigram to Pound (lb) Centigram to Clove (clove) Centigram to Stone (US) (st) Centigram to Stone (UK) (st) Centigram to Quarter (US) (qr) Centigram to Quarter (UK) (qr) Centigram to Hundredweight (US) (cwt) Centigram to Hundredweight (UK) (cwt) Centigram to Wey (wey) Centigram to Kilopound (kip) (kip) Centigram to Ton (short, US) (sh tn) Centigram to Ton (long, UK) (long tn)
Troy & Apothecary (10 units)
Centigram to Point (1/100 carat) (pt) Centigram to Carat (metric) (ct) Centigram to Scruple (apothecary) (s ap) Centigram to Pennyweight (dwt) Centigram to Momme (mom) Centigram to Mace (mace) Centigram to Dram (apothecary/troy) (dr ap) Centigram to Troy Ounce (oz t) Centigram to Tael (tael) Centigram to Pound (troy/apothecary) (lb t)
Indian / South Asian (6 units)
Centigram to Ratti (ratti) Centigram to Masha (masha) Centigram to Tola (tola) Centigram to Chittack (Chatank) (chittack) Centigram to Seer (Ser) (seer) Centigram to Maund (Mann) (maund)
Scientific / Atomic (9 units)
Centigram to Electron Mass (rest) (me) Centigram to MeV/c2 (MeV/c²) Centigram to Muon Mass (mµ) Centigram to Atomic Mass Unit (u) Centigram to Proton Mass (mp) Centigram to Neutron Mass (mn) Centigram to Deuteron Mass (md) Centigram to Carbon-12 Atom Mass (C-12) Centigram to Planck Mass (mP)
Astronomical (4 units)
Centigram to Lunar Mass (Moon) (M☾) Centigram to Earth's Mass (M⊕) Centigram to Jupiter Mass (MJ) Centigram to Sun's Mass (M☉)
Biblical / Ancient (14 units)
Centigram to Lepton (Biblical Roman) (lepton) Centigram to Quadrans (Biblical Roman) (quadrans) Centigram to Assarion (Biblical Roman) (assarion) Centigram to Gerah (Biblical Hebrew) (gerah) Centigram to Drachma (Biblical Greek) (drachma) Centigram to Denarius (Biblical Roman) (denarius) Centigram to Bekan (Biblical Hebrew) (bekah) Centigram to Didrachma (Biblical Greek) (didrachma) Centigram to Shekel (Biblical Hebrew) (shekel) Centigram to Tetradrachma (Biblical Greek) (tetra) Centigram to Mina (Biblical Greek) (mina) Centigram to Mina (Biblical Hebrew) (mina) Centigram to Talent (Biblical Greek) (talent) Centigram to Talent (Biblical Hebrew) (talent)
Force / Engineering (5 units)
Centigram to Poundal (pdl) Centigram to Ton (assay) (US) (AT) Centigram to Ton (assay) (UK) (AT) Centigram to Kilogram-force square second/meter (hyl) Centigram to Slug (slug)

Sources & references

Conversion factor (1 cg = 0.0003527396 oz) verified against the following authoritative sources:

Results are provided for general reference. Verify critical measurements against an authoritative standard.