How Many OZ to ML?

Have you ever wondered how many milliliters (ml) are in an ounce (oz)? Whether you are measuring ingredients for cooking, pouring a drink, or working with medical dosages, knowing the conversion between ounces and milliliters is essential.

Understanding Ounces and Milliliters

An ounce (oz) is a unit of volume commonly used in the United States and the UK. A milliliter (ml) is a metric unit of volume used worldwide.

Basic Conversion: US OZ vs. UK OZ

There are two different measurements for ounces:

• US fluid ounce (fl oz): 1 US oz = 29.5735 ml
• UK (Imperial) fluid ounce: 1 UK oz = 28.4131 ml

Quick Conversion Chart

Use this simple chart for quick reference:

• 1 US oz = 29.57 ml | 1 UK oz = 28.41 ml
• 2 US oz = 59.15 ml | 2 UK oz = 56.83 ml
• 5 US oz = 147.87 ml | 5 UK oz = 142.07 ml
• 10 US oz = 295.74 ml | 10 UK oz = 284.13 ml
• 16 US oz (1 US pint) = 473.18 ml | 16 UK oz (1 UK pint) = 568.26 ml

Why Convert Ounces to Milliliters?

There are many reasons to convert ounces to milliliters:

• Cooking & Baking: Recipes often use different measurement systems.
• Healthcare & Medicine: Liquid medicine doses may need conversion.
• Drinks & Beverages: Knowing how much you’re pouring can be helpful.

How to Easily Convert?

To manually convert, multiply the ounces by the correct conversion factor. For example:

8 US oz × 29.5735 = 236.59 ml

8 UK oz × 28.4131 = 227.30 ml

Common Questions

Q: Is 1 oz the same as 30 ml?
A: Almost! 1 US oz is actually 29.5735 ml, while 1 UK oz is 28.4131 ml, but it's often rounded to 30 ml for convenience.

Q: How many ml in 16 oz?
A: 16 US oz is equal to 473.18 ml, while 16 UK oz is 568.26 ml.

Final Thoughts

Understanding ounces and milliliters is helpful in everyday life. Whether you're in the kitchen, measuring medicine, or pouring a drink, knowing this conversion will make things easier.

Next time someone asks, "How many oz to ml?"—you'll have the answer!