How Much Is 3.17 Fluid Ounces of Coconut Oil in Grams?
3.17 fluid ounces of coconut oil equals 86.38 g. Coconut oil has a density of 218g per cup (27.25g per fluid ounce), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 3.17 fluid ounces of honey would be 134.73 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 3.17 fluid ounces of coconut oil
- 1 fluid ounce of coconut oil = 27.25g
- 3.17 × 27.25 = 86.38g
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.
Coconut Oil at Different Amounts
How coconut oil scales across common fluid ounces measurements. Your amount (3.17 fluid ounces) is highlighted.
For reference, 3.17 fluid ounces of coconut oil (86.38g) is close in weight to a deck of playing cards (94g).
Other Amounts of Coconut Oil
| Fluid Ounces | US Grams | UK Fluid Ounce |
|---|---|---|
| 1 fluid ounce | 27.25 g | 26.18 g |
| 2 fluid ounces | 54.50 g | 52.36 g |
| 3 fluid ounces | 81.75 g | 78.54 g |
| 3.17 fluid ounces | 86.38 g | 82.99 g |
| 4 fluid ounces | 109.00 g | 104.72 g |
| 5 fluid ounces | 136.25 g | 130.90 g |
| 6 fluid ounces | 163.50 g | 157.08 g |
| 8 fluid ounces | 218.00 g | 209.44 g |
| 10 fluid ounces | 272.50 g | 261.80 g |
| 12 fluid ounces | 327.00 g | 314.16 g |
| 16 fluid ounces | 436.00 g | 418.88 g |
Understanding the Units
What is a Fluid Ounce?
A US fluid ounce (fl oz) is a unit of volume equal to 29.574 milliliters or 1/8 of a cup. It measures liquid volume and should not be confused with the ounce (oz), which measures weight.
What is a Gram?
A gram (g) is a metric unit of mass equal to 1/1000 of a kilogram. It is the standard weight measurement for precise baking worldwide. Professional bakers prefer grams because they are more accurate than volume measurements.