How Much Is 1 Cup of Corn Syrup in Pounds?
1 cup of corn syrup equals 0.72 lb. Corn syrup has a density of 328g per cup (328g per cup), which means it's relatively heavy compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 1 cup of all-purpose flour would be 0.28 lb.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1 cup of corn syrup
- 1 cup of corn syrup = 328g
- 1 × 328 = 328g
- Convert grams to pounds: 328 ÷ 453.592 = 0.72 lb
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
For liquids, place your measuring cup on a flat surface and read at eye level. The bottom of the meniscus (the curve at the surface) should align with the measurement line.
Corn Syrup at Different Amounts
How corn syrup scales across common cups measurements. Your amount (1 cup) is highlighted.
For reference, 1 cup of corn syrup (328g) is close in weight to a can of soup (305g).
Other Amounts of Corn Syrup
| Cups | US Pounds | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 cups | 0.18 lb | 0.19 lb | 0.22 lb |
| 0.33 cups | 0.24 lb | 0.25 lb | 0.29 lb |
| 0.5 cups | 0.36 lb | 0.38 lb | 0.43 lb |
| 0.75 cups | 0.54 lb | 0.57 lb | 0.65 lb |
| 1 cup | 0.72 lb | 0.76 lb | 0.87 lb |
| 1.5 cups | 1.08 lb | 1.15 lb | 1.30 lb |
| 2 cups | 1.45 lb | 1.53 lb | 1.74 lb |
| 3 cups | 2.17 lb | 2.29 lb | 2.61 lb |
| 4 cups | 2.89 lb | 3.06 lb | 3.47 lb |
| 5 cups | 3.62 lb | 3.82 lb | 4.34 lb |
Understanding the Units
What is a Cup?
The US cup (236.588 ml) is slightly smaller than the metric cup used in Australia and some other countries (250 ml). When following recipes from different countries, check which cup standard is being used.
What is a Pound?
Pounds are the standard weight unit for buying ingredients in the US. A standard bag of flour is 5 pounds (2,268g) and a standard bag of sugar is 4 pounds (1,814g).