What does 1 kilogram of granulated sugar look like?
1 kilogram of granulated sugar is a common pantry staple that weighs 2.2 lb (1 kg). When poured into a loose pile, it measures 9.22 in (23.4 cm) wide and 3.23 in (8.2 cm) tall, which is about the size of a quart.
In kitchen measures
4.97 cups
239 tsp · 79.6 tbsp · 4.97 cups
about the size of a quart
- Weight
- 2.2 lb (1 kg)
- Volume
- 4.97 cups (1.18 L)
- Pile width
- 9.22 in (23.4 cm)
- Pile height
- 3.23 in (8.2 cm)
- Density
- 0.85 g/mL
Granulated sugar typically ranges 0.8–0.94 g/mL depending on how it's packed. A firmly packed scoop weighs more.
Questions people ask
- How much volume does this amount of sugar occupy?
- It has a volume of 4.97 cups (1.18 L).
- How can I measure this in smaller kitchen increments?
- 1 kilogram of granulated sugar is equivalent to 239 teaspoons or 79.6 tablespoons.
- What is the density of the sugar?
- The typical density is 0.85 g/mL, though it can range from 0.8 to 0.94 g/mL depending on packing.