Milliliter to US Fluid Ounce Converter
Converts milliliter (mL) to us fluid ounce (fl oz) and back. The conversion factor is shown below every result.
How to Convert Milliliter to US Fluid Ounce
What Is a Milliliter?
A milliliter (mL) is an SI unit of volume equal to one thousandth of a liter, and exactly 1 cubic centimeter.
What Is an US Fluid Ounce?
The US fluid ounce (fl oz) is a US customary unit of volume defined as exactly 1/128 of a US gallon.
Common Milliliter to US Fluid Ounce Reference Points
Real-world reference values for quick sanity checks.
| Item | Milliliter (mL) | US Fluid Ounce (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 US teaspoon | 4.93 mL | 0.167 fl oz |
| 1 US tablespoon | 14.79 mL | 0.5 fl oz |
| A standard soda can | 355 mL | 12 fl oz |
| A 500 mL water bottle | 500 mL | 16.91 fl oz |
| Reference values are illustrative approximations for common items, not measured specifications. | ||
Milliliter to US Fluid Ounce Conversion Table
| Milliliter (mL) | US Fluid Ounce (fl oz) |
|---|---|
| 5 mL | 0.16907 fl oz |
| 10 mL | 0.33814 fl oz |
| 15 mL | 0.50721 fl oz |
| 30 mL | 1.014421 fl oz |
| 50 mL | 1.690701 fl oz |
| 100 mL | 3.381402 fl oz |
| 250 mL | 8.453506 fl oz |
| 355 mL | 12.003978 fl oz |
| 500 mL | 16.907011 fl oz |
| 750 mL | 25.360517 fl oz |
| 1000 mL | 33.814023 fl oz |
| Source: NIST SP 811, Appendix B (1 US fl oz = 29.5735295625 mL exactly) | |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert milliliters to fluid ounces?
Multiply the milliliter value by 0.033814. For example, 250 mL × 0.033814 = 8.4535 fl oz.
Is this the US fluid ounce or the UK imperial fluid ounce?
This page uses the US fluid ounce (29.5735295625 mL). The UK imperial fluid ounce is a different unit, about 28.4131 mL, roughly 4% smaller. If you're working from a UK recipe, the imperial version will give a different result.
How many milliliters are in a standard shot?
A standard US shot is commonly poured at 1.5 fl oz, which equals about 44.36 mL using this conversion. Shot sizes vary by establishment and aren't a fixed legal standard.
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