Calculate powder weight from cc or convert grams back to volume for common powders, with loose, level, or packed fill styles and unit conversions.
- All Unit Converters
- CC to lbs Calculator
- Grams to CC Calculator
- Mass to Volume Calculator
- Powder Volume Calculator
- Bulk Density Calculator
| cc to grams | grams to cc |
|---|---|
| 0.5 cc = 0.2 g | 0.5 g = 1.25 cc |
| 1 cc = 0.4 g | 1 g = 2.5 cc |
| 2 cc = 0.8 g | 2 g = 5 cc |
| 2.5 cc = 1 g | 3 g = 7.5 cc |
| 3 cc = 1.2 g | 4 g = 10 cc |
| 5 cc = 2 g | 5 g = 12.5 cc |
| 7.5 cc = 3 g | 6 g = 15 cc |
| 10 cc = 4 g | 7 g = 17.5 cc |
| 15 cc = 6 g | 8 g = 20 cc |
| 20 cc = 8 g | 10 g = 25 cc |
| 25 cc = 10 g | 12 g = 30 cc |
| 30 cc = 12 g | 14 g = 35 cc |
| 35 cc = 14 g | 15 g = 37.5 cc |
| 40 cc = 16 g | 16 g = 40 cc |
| 50 cc = 20 g | 20 g = 50 cc |
| 60 cc = 24 g | 25 g = 62.5 cc |
| 75 cc = 30 g | 30 g = 75 cc |
| 100 cc = 40 g | 40 g = 100 cc |
| 125 cc = 50 g | 50 g = 125 cc |
| 250 cc = 100 g | 100 g = 250 cc |
| Formula: grams = cc x density. Table assumes density = 0.4 g/cc. For other powders, use the calculator above with the density values from the table below. | |
Grams of Powder Formula
Variables:
- GP = Grams of Powder (mass in grams)
- CC = volume in cubic centimeters (1 cc = 1 mL exactly)
- D = bulk density of the powder (g/cc)
The relationship is linear: doubling the volume doubles the mass, and the only variable that changes between different powders is density. The 0.4 g/cc table is an illustrative density assumption, not a product specification. The calculator starts with measured/custom density. Using the wrong density value introduces proportional error, so selecting the correct density is the critical step.
Common Powder Densities
| Powder | Loose density (g/cc) | Tapped density (g/cc) | Common use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Table salt (fine) | 1.20 | 1.36 | Cooking, food preservation |
| Creatine monohydrate | 0.90 | 1.10 | Fitness supplementation |
| Baking soda | 0.88 | 1.01 | Baking, cleaning |
| Granulated sugar | 0.85 | 0.96 | Baking, cooking |
| Vitamin C powder (ascorbic acid) | 0.82 | 0.95 | Supplements, food fortification |
| Baking powder | 0.72 | 0.86 | Baking leavening |
| Whole wheat flour | 0.64 | 0.80 | Baking |
| All-purpose flour | 0.59 | 0.74 | Baking |
| Cornstarch | 0.59 | 0.74 | Thickening, baking |
| Powdered sugar (icing sugar) | 0.56 | 0.69 | Baking, decoration |
| Cocoa powder (unsweetened) | 0.50 | 0.64 | Baking, beverages |
| Whey protein powder | 0.40 | 0.50 | Fitness supplementation |
| Instant coffee (freeze-dried) | 0.27 | 0.35 | Beverages |
| Loose = freely poured, uncompressed. Tapped = after settling/vibration. These earlier example values are retained as assumptions only; verify your product and filling method before using them. | |||
Loose vs. Tapped Density
Bulk density includes the spaces between particles. Tapping can reduce the occupied volume and increase the measured bulk density. The amount of change depends on the powder and measurement method; there is no universal level or packed multiplier. See USP chapter 616.
At a fixed scoop volume, a higher bulk density means more mass. At a fixed mass, a higher bulk density means less volume. For example, a 5 cc volume at assumed densities of 0.90 and 1.10 g/cc contains 4.5 and 5.5 g respectively. These are arithmetic scenarios, not creatine product specifications. Measure the density under the same filling conditions.
FAQs
Is 1 cc the same as 1 mL?
Yes. One cubic centimeter and one milliliter are identical units of volume, both equal to 1/1000 of a liter. The terms are used interchangeably in measurement and medicine.
Why does my supplement scoop give inconsistent gram readings?
Volume scoops measure a fixed number of cc, but mass per scoop depends on whether the powder is loose, packed, or settled. The change is product and method dependent. A fixed volume contains more mass when its effective density is higher. Use an appropriate scale for consistent mass measurements.
What is the density of protein powder?
There is no single density for all protein powders. Use a product measurement or a manufacturer specification that matches the filling method. As an illustration, 25 cc at an assumed 0.40 g/cc contains 10 g.
What is the density of creatine monohydrate?
Bulk density depends on the specific product and filling method. The earlier 0.90 g/cc preset is an illustrative assumption. At that assumed density, 5 cc contains 4.5 g, and 5 g occupies about 5.56 cc. These examples do not specify a serving or dose.
Can this calculator be used for medications?
Do not use this calculator for medication or concentrated-substance dosing. Bulk powder density does not establish active-ingredient concentration. Follow the product instructions and a qualified clinician or pharmacist’s guidance for medicines.
Why does flour density vary between brands?
Grinding, moisture, aeration and filling method can change the mass contained in a measured volume. Measure a known volume or use the mass specified in a recipe rather than treating a named powder preset as a universal conversion.
