Cc To Grams Converter
Convert cc to grams online with our free converter. Select from 16 common ingredients or enter custom density. Bidirectional volume-to-mass conversion for cooking, baking, science, and lab use.
About This Calculator
The Cc to Grams Converter is a free online tool that converts between cubic centimeters (cc) and grams using the density of the selected substance. Whether you are a home cook scaling a recipe, a baker measuring flour and sugar, a student studying density and mass, or a scientist working in a laboratory, this bidirectional converter gives you instant, accurate results for any substance.
The conversion formula is straightforward: mass (in grams) equals volume (in cubic centimeters) multiplied by density (in grams per cubic centimeter). Since density varies significantly between substances — water has a density of 1 g/cc, while honey is 1.42 g/cc and flour is only 0.57 g/cc — using the correct density is essential for accurate conversion. This calculator includes 16 preset ingredients with verified densities and also supports custom density input for any other substance.
Simply select a substance or enter a custom density, input either the volume in cc or the mass in grams, and click Convert. The converter automatically computes the missing value. For water at 4°C, 1 cc equals exactly 1 gram, making it a useful reference point. For all other substances, the density factor gives precise results every time.
Regional Notes
India: The metric system is standard, so cc and mL are used interchangeably in cooking and laboratory settings. 1 cup = 200 mL in Indian recipes. This converter uses the international metric standard where 1 cc = 1 mL.
United States: US recipes typically use cups, tablespoons, and teaspoons for volume. 1 US cup = 236.6 mL ≈ 237 cc. For weight-based baking, use the densities provided to convert US volume measurements to grams.
United Kingdom: The UK uses both metric and imperial. 1 UK cup = 284 mL ≈ 284 cc. UK recipes increasingly use grams for dry ingredients — this converter helps transition from volume-based to weight-based measurements using accurate ingredient densities.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you convert cc to grams?
To convert cubic centimeters (cc) to grams, multiply the volume by the density of the substance. The formula is: mass (g) = volume (cc) × density (g/cc). For water at 4°C, 1 cc = 1 g because water has a density of 1 g/cc. For other substances like flour (0.57 g/cc) or honey (1.42 g/cc), you need to use the specific density.
Does 1 cc equal 1 gram?
Only for pure water at 4°C, where density is exactly 1 g/cc. For all other substances, 1 cc does not equal 1 gram. For example, 1 cc of flour weighs only 0.57 g, while 1 cc of honey weighs 1.42 g. Always use the density of the specific substance for accurate conversion.
What is the difference between cc and grams?
A cubic centimeter (cc) is a unit of volume that measures how much space an object occupies. A gram is a unit of mass that measures how much matter an object contains. The conversion between them depends on density. For cooking, 1 cc of water equals 1 gram, but 1 cc of butter equals 0.92 grams, and 1 cc of flour equals 0.57 grams.
How many grams is 100 cc of milk?
100 cc of milk weighs approximately 103 grams. Milk has a density of about 1.03 g/cc, so the calculation is 100 cc × 1.03 g/cc = 103 g. This varies slightly with fat content — whole milk, skim milk, and cream have different densities ranging from 1.01 to 1.03 g/cc.
Is the cc to grams conversion the same in the US, UK, and India?
Yes, the mathematical conversion between cc and grams is universal and does not vary by country. However, the volumetric measurements of ingredients may differ between the US (cups, tablespoons), UK (imperial cups), and India (metric system). This calculator uses the metric system where 1 cc = 1 mL, consistent with scientific standards worldwide.
What is the density of common cooking ingredients in g/cc?
Common ingredient densities in g/cc: water 1.00, milk 1.03, flour 0.57, sugar 0.85, salt 1.20, honey 1.42, butter 0.92, cooking oil 0.92, rice 0.85, oats 0.40, cocoa powder 0.53, jam 1.33, Nutella 1.35, maple syrup 1.32, heavy cream 0.99, light cream 1.01. These values are important for accurate recipe conversions in baking and cooking.
How do I convert grams back to cc?
To convert grams back to cubic centimeters, divide the mass by the density. The formula is: volume (cc) = mass (g) / density (g/cc). For example, 500 g of flour (density 0.57 g/cc) equals approximately 877 cc. This converter supports bidirectional conversion — enter either volume or mass and get the other instantly.
Can I use this cc to grams converter for science and laboratory work?
Yes, this converter is suitable for science, laboratory, and educational use. For accurate results, select the 'Custom' option and enter the exact density of your substance at the measurement temperature. Note that density changes with temperature — most liquids are less dense when warm. For precise scientific work, always use the density value at the specific temperature of your experiment.