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How Much Is 9.98 Ounces of Tomato Paste in Cups?

9.98 ounces of tomato paste equals 1.08 cups. Tomato paste has a density of 262g per cup. A lighter ingredient like flour (125g/cup) would fill more volume at the same weight, which is why ingredient-specific conversions matter.

9.98 ounces of tomato paste
=
1.08cups
Result using all cup standards info
1.08 cups (US) 1.02 cups (Metric Cup) 0.90 cups (Imperial Cup)
1.08

Formula and Step-by-Step

(ounces × 28.35g/oz) ÷ 262g/cup = cups
  1. Start with 9.98 ounces of tomato paste
  2. Convert ounces to grams: 9.98 × 28.35 = 282.93g
  3. 1 cup of tomato paste = 262g
  4. 282.93g ÷ 262g/cup = 1.08 cups

The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.

Measuring Tip

Mashed and pureed ingredients vary in density depending on texture. A smoother puree packs more densely per cup than a chunky one.

Tomato Paste at Different Amounts

How tomato paste scales across common ounces measurements. Your amount (9.98 ounces) is highlighted.

4 oz0.43 cups5 oz0.54 cups6 oz0.65 cups8 oz0.87 cups9.98 oz1.08 cups10 oz1.08 cups12 oz1.30 cups16 oz1.73 cups

Other Amounts of Tomato Paste

Ounces US Cups Metric Cup Imperial Cup
1 ounce 0.11 cups 0.10 cups 0.09 cups
2 ounces 0.22 cups 0.20 cups 0.18 cups
3 ounces 0.32 cups 0.31 cups 0.27 cups
4 ounces 0.43 cups 0.41 cups 0.36 cups
5 ounces 0.54 cups 0.51 cups 0.45 cups
6 ounces 0.65 cups 0.61 cups 0.54 cups
8 ounces 0.87 cups 0.82 cups 0.72 cups
9.98 ounces 1.08 cups 1.02 cups 0.90 cups
10 ounces 1.08 cups 1.02 cups 0.90 cups
12 ounces 1.30 cups 1.23 cups 1.08 cups
16 ounces 1.73 cups 1.64 cups 1.44 cups

Understanding the Units

What is an Ounce?

Weight ounces and fluid ounces are different measurements. A fluid ounce measures volume (29.574 ml), while an ounce measures weight (28.35g). They only align for water, where 1 fl oz weighs approximately 1 oz.

What is a Cup?

A cup is a US customary unit of volume equal to 236.588 milliliters or 8 fluid ounces. It is the most common volume measurement in American recipes. One cup can be divided into 16 tablespoons or 48 teaspoons.

Frequently Asked Questions

About 1.08 cups, based on tomato paste having a density of 262g per cup. The exact amount depends on how the ingredient is measured and the specific product.
First convert ounces to grams (1 ounce = 28.3495g), then divide by 262 (grams per cup). For 9.98 ounces: 9.98 × 28.3495 = 282.93g, then 282.93 ÷ 262 = 1.08 cups.
For the most accurate results, weigh tomato paste on a kitchen scale. If measuring by volume, spoon the ingredient into the measuring cup and level it off with a straight edge rather than scooping directly.
Weight-per-cup values vary because of differences in how the ingredient is measured (spooned vs scooped), grind size, moisture content, and settling during storage. Our values use standardized measurement methods from established culinary references.
Reverse the conversion: 1.08 cups × 262g/cup = 282.93g, then 282.93g ÷ 28.3495 = 9.98 ounces. Or use the Cups to Ounces converter.