16 oz to mL: How Many Milliliters in 16 Fluid Ounces?
16 US Fluid Ounces equals 473.18 mL (1 pint, 2 cups). 16 UK Imperial Ounces equals 454.61 mL. Complete conversion guide and chart.
Primary answer16 US fl oz = 473.18 mL
Secondary2 US Cups • 1 Liquid Pint • 0.5 Quart • 32 Tablespoons
Metric473.18 mL (US) vs 454.61 mL (UK Imperial)
mL = Fluid Ounces × 29.5735 = 16 × 29.5735 = 473.18 mL
Quick conversion matrix
| Measurement | Equivalent A | Equivalent B | Equivalent C |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 US Fluid Ounces | 473.18 mL | 2.00 US Cups | 1.00 US Pint |
| 16 UK Imperial Fluid Ounces | 454.61 mL | 1.92 US Cups | 0.80 Imperial Pint |
| 8 US Fluid Ounces | 236.59 mL | 1.00 US Cup | 0.50 US Pint |
Chef & measurement rules
01
16 US fl oz equals 473.18 mL (often rounded to 473 mL on aluminum beverage cans).
02
A standard 16 oz "tallboy" can or coffee tumbler holds 473 mL.
03
In baking, 16 fl oz of water weighs 473.2 grams.
How Many Milliliters in 16 Fluid Ounces?
16 US Fluid Ounces equals exactly 473.176 milliliters (rounded to 473.18 mL).
In beverage packaging, 16 oz cans (such as craft beer tallboys, energy drinks, and iced teas) are labeled as 473 mL.
In culinary capacity, 16 fluid ounces is 1 liquid pint, 2 measuring cups, or half of a quart.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many mL is 16 oz?
16 US fluid ounces is exactly 473.18 mL (1 pint or 2 cups).
Why are beverage cans 473 mL?
473 mL is the exact metric conversion of 16 US fluid ounces.