How Much Is 16.67 Teaspoons of Table Salt in Ounces?
Converting 16.67 teaspoons of table salt to ounces gives 3.53 oz. One teaspoon of table salt weighs 6g, so 16.67 teaspoons is 16.67 × 6 = 100.02g (3.53 oz). This conversion is specific to table salt because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 16.67 teaspoons of table salt
- 1 teaspoon of table salt = 6g
- 16.67 × 6 = 100.02g
- Convert grams to ounces: 100.02 ÷ 28.3495 = 3.53 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Table salt is the densest common salt at 288g per cup. It is significantly heavier per measuring spoon than kosher salt because the fine crystals pack tightly.
Table Salt at Different Amounts
How table salt scales across common teaspoons measurements. Your amount (16.67 teaspoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 16.67 teaspoons of table salt (100.02g) is close in weight to a computer mouse (100g).
Other Amounts of Table Salt
| Teaspoons | US Ounces | Metric Teaspoon | Imperial Teaspoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 teaspoons | 0.05 oz | 0.05 oz | 0.06 oz |
| 0.5 teaspoons | 0.11 oz | 0.11 oz | 0.13 oz |
| 1 teaspoon | 0.21 oz | 0.21 oz | 0.25 oz |
| 1.5 teaspoons | 0.32 oz | 0.32 oz | 0.38 oz |
| 2 teaspoons | 0.42 oz | 0.43 oz | 0.51 oz |
| 3 teaspoons | 0.63 oz | 0.64 oz | 0.76 oz |
| 4 teaspoons | 0.85 oz | 0.86 oz | 1.02 oz |
| 5 teaspoons | 1.06 oz | 1.07 oz | 1.27 oz |
| 6 teaspoons | 1.27 oz | 1.29 oz | 1.52 oz |
| 8 teaspoons | 1.69 oz | 1.72 oz | 2.03 oz |
| 16.67 teaspoons | 3.53 oz | 3.58 oz | 4.24 oz |
Understanding the Units
What is a Teaspoon?
A US teaspoon is 4.929 ml, a metric teaspoon is exactly 5 ml, and an imperial teaspoon is 5.919 ml. The metric and US versions are nearly identical (1.4% difference), but the imperial teaspoon is 20% larger. For most spices the difference is negligible, but for leaveners like baking powder it can affect the result.
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.