Kilograms (kg) Metric to Pounds (lb) Imperial/US Weight Conversion

This chart provides conversions from metric kilograms (kg) to avoirdupois pounds (lb). Helpful for understanding weights in different measurement systems for larger quantities.

Kilograms (kg)	Pounds (lb) (approx.)
0.25 kg (250g)	0.55 lb
0.5 kg (500g)	1.10 lb
0.75 kg (750g)	1.65 lb
1 kg (1000g)	2.205 lb (often rounded to 2.2 lb)
1.5 kg	3.307 lb
2 kg	4.409 lb
2.5 kg	5.512 lb
3 kg	6.614 lb
4 kg	8.818 lb
5 kg	11.023 lb
10 kg	22.046 lb
15 kg	33.069 lb
20 kg	44.092 lb
25 kg	55.116 lb

Note:

Conversions based on: 1 kilogram = 2.20462262 pounds.
For quick estimation, 1 kilogram is often approximated as 2.2 pounds. This chart shows more precise values.
1 pound (lb) = 16 ounces (oz).
Using a scale is the most accurate way to measure ingredients by weight.
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