Ounces to metric tons Converter
This weight conversion tool quickly converts ounces to metric tons with this free online converter. Fast, accurate, and perfect to convert the ounces [o] to metric tons [m].
How to Convert Ounces to Metric tons
To convert ounces to metric tons, divide the number of ounces by 35,274. Since one metric ton equals approximately 35,274 ounces, this conversion bridges imperial and metric systems for large-scale weight measurements.
Conversion Formula:
value / 35274Understanding the Conversion
Converting ounces to metric tons is essential for international shipping, global trade, and industrial applications where large weights need to be expressed in metric units. This conversion connects the imperial system's ounce with the metric system's ton, which equals 1,000 kilograms or approximately 35,274 ounces.
One metric ton equals approximately 35,274 ounces, requiring division by this factor to convert. This conversion is particularly important in international freight shipping, where cargo weights may be measured in ounces but need to be converted to metric tons for customs declarations, international shipping rates, and global logistics management.
The conversion factor of 35,274 is based on the relationship between the avoirdupois ounce and the metric ton. This precision is crucial in international trade, where accurate conversions ensure proper customs documentation, shipping cost calculations, and compliance with international standards.
Conversion Examples
Example: Convert 35,274 ounces to metric tons
- Step 1: Identify the conversion factor. Since 1 metric ton = 35,274 ounces, divide ounces by 35,274.
- Step 2: Divide 35,274 ounces by 35,274.
- Step 3: 35,274 รท 35,274 = 1 metric ton
35,274 ounces = 1 metric ton
This demonstrates the conversion factor between ounces and metric tons.
Example: Convert 17,637 ounces to metric tons
- Step 1: Use the conversion factor: 1 metric ton = 35,274 ounces.
- Step 2: Divide 17,637 ounces by 35,274.
- Step 3: 17,637 รท 35,274 = 0.5 metric tons
17,637 ounces = 0.5 metric tons
This shows converting half a metric ton, useful for freight calculations.
Example: Convert 70,548 ounces to metric tons
- Step 1: Conversion factor: 1 metric ton = 35,274 ounces.
- Step 2: 70,548 ounces รท 35,274
- Step 3: Result = 2 metric tons
70,548 ounces = 2 metric tons
This illustrates converting a larger ounce value to metric tons for practical shipping applications.
Conversion Formula
The formula to convert ounces to metric tons is:
ounces รท 35,274 = metric tons
Mathematically, you can write this as:
ounces รท 35,274 ounces/metric ton = metric tons
Dividing by 35,274 converts ounces to metric tons using the standard conversion factor, since one metric ton equals approximately 35,274 avoirdupois ounces.
Conversion Chart
| Ounces | Metric tons |
|---|---|
| 17637 | 0.5 |
| 35274 | 1 |
| 70548 | 2 |
| 105822 | 3 |
| 141096 | 4 |
| 176370 | 5 |
| 352740 | 10 |
| 705480 | 20 |
| 1058220 | 30 |
Quick Conversion Tip
Quick conversion: Divide ounces by approximately 35,274 to get metric tons. For example, 35,274 oz โ 1 mt, 70,548 oz โ 2 mt, 176,370 oz โ 5 mt.
Unit Definitions
Ounce (oz)
An ounce is an imperial unit of mass. The avoirdupois ounce, used in the United States and most countries, equals approximately 28.3495 grams.
1 ounce = 0.0000283495 metric tons = 0.0625 pounds = 28.3495 grams
Metric Ton (t)
A metric ton, also called a tonne, is a metric unit of mass equal to 1,000 kilograms. It is used worldwide for large weight measurements and equals approximately 35,274 ounces.
1 metric ton = 35,274 ounces = 2,204.62 pounds = 1,000 kilograms
Common Use Cases
- International shipping: Convert cargo weights from ounces to metric tons for customs declarations and international freight calculations.
- Global trade: Convert product weights from ounces to metric tons for international commerce and export documentation.
- Logistics and transportation: Convert freight weights from ounces to metric tons for international logistics management.
- Industrial processes: Convert bulk material weights from ounces to metric tons for global manufacturing operations.
- Mining and extraction: Convert ore weights from ounces to metric tons for international production reporting.
- Regulatory compliance: Convert product weights from ounces to metric tons for international regulatory documentation.