1 jin (catty) =
1.10231 pounds
1 pound =
0.907185 jin (catties)
Formula
lb = jin × 1.10231
Handy values
5 jin = 5.51156 lb · 10 jin = 11.0231 lb · 100 jin = 110.231 lb
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⚡ Jin (Chinese Catties) to Pounds: the quick answer
1 jin = 1.10231 lb
1 jin (catty) equals 1.10231 pounds
To convert jin (catties) to pounds, multiply the value by 1.10231.
To go the other way, multiply pounds by 0.907185 to get jin (catties).
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🧮 Formula
Every unit here is defined by its weight in kilograms, so the conversion factor is (kilograms per jin (catty)) ÷ (kilograms per pound).
📊 Jin (Chinese Catties) to Pounds conversion table
✏️ Worked examples
📘 About these units
Jin (catty) (jin). The Chinese jin (catty) is exactly 500 g in mainland China. Used in: Asia — China.
Pound (lb). The pound is exactly 0.45359237 kg, used for body weight in the US and UK.
❓ Frequently asked questions
How many pounds are in one jin (catty)?
There are 1.10231 pounds in one jin (catty).
How do I convert jin (catties) to pounds?
Multiply the number of jin (catties) by 1.10231. For example, 10 jin (catties) equal 11.0231 pounds.
How many jin (catties) are in one pound?
One pound equals 0.907185 jin (catties).
How many pounds is 12 jin (catties)?
13.2277 pounds. Other common values: 5 jin (catties) = 5.51156 pounds and 100 jin (catties) = 110.231 pounds.
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