How Much Is 8 Tablespoons of Table Salt in Ounces?
8 tablespoons of table salt weighs 5.08 oz. This is based on table salt having a density of 288g per cup. Because tablespoons measure volume and ounces measure weight, the result depends on the ingredient, and a different ingredient would give a different result for the same 8 tablespoons.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 8 tablespoons of table salt
- 1 tablespoon of table salt = 18g
- 8 × 18 = 144g
- Convert grams to ounces: 144 ÷ 28.3495 = 5.08 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
If your recipe was developed with kosher salt, using the same volume of table salt will over-season the dish. Always check which salt type your recipe specifies, or convert by weight.
Table Salt at Different Amounts
How table salt scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (8 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 8 tablespoons of table salt (144g) is close in weight to a baseball (145g).
Other Amounts of Table Salt
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.63 oz | 0.64 oz | 0.86 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 1.27 oz | 1.29 oz | 1.72 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 1.90 oz | 1.93 oz | 2.58 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 2.54 oz | 2.58 oz | 3.44 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 3.17 oz | 3.22 oz | 4.29 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 3.81 oz | 3.86 oz | 5.15 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 5.08 oz | 5.15 oz | 6.87 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 6.35 oz | 6.44 oz | 8.59 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 7.62 oz | 7.73 oz | 10.31 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 10.16 oz | 10.31 oz | 13.74 oz |
Understanding the Units
What is a Tablespoon?
A tablespoon (tbsp) is a US customary unit of volume equal to 14.787 milliliters, 3 teaspoons, or 1/16 of a cup. It is commonly used for measuring smaller amounts of ingredients.
What is an Ounce?
An ounce (oz) is a US customary unit of weight equal to 28.3495 grams or 1/16 of a pound. In cooking, "ounces" refers to weight (avoirdupois ounces), not fluid ounces which measure volume.