Convert grams to metric tons
Converting grams to metric tons is a common weight task, whether you are checking a recipe, a spec sheet, a travel distance or a homework problem. Since 1 g equals 0.000001 t, the math is a single multiplication — and this page does it for you instantly, with the formula, a table of common values and answers to the questions people ask most.
Exact factor
How to convert grams to metric tons
To convert grams to metric tons, multiply the number of grams by 0.000001. For example, 10 g × 0.000001 = 0.00001 t.
t = g × 0.000001
- Write down the value in grams you want to convert.
- Multiply it by 0.000001 (the exact g→t factor).
- The result is your value in metric tons. Check it below with the converter or the table.
Conversion table
Common values of grams and their equivalents in metric tons:
| g | t |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.000001 |
| 2 | 0.000002 |
| 3 | 0.000003 |
| 4 | 0.000004 |
| 5 | 0.000005 |
| 10 | 0.00001 |
| 20 | 0.00002 |
| 25 | 0.000025 |
| 50 | 0.00005 |
| 100 | 0.0001 |
| 250 | 0.00025 |
| 500 | 0.0005 |
About these units
Gram (g). The gram is the metric unit for everyday small masses, defined as one thousandth of a kilogram. Recipes, nutrition labels and postage are commonly specified in grams.
Metric Ton (t). A metric ton (tonne) equals 1,000 kilograms, the standard large-mass unit in the metric system. Freight, vehicles and industrial output are measured in tonnes.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert grams to metric tons?
To convert grams to metric tons, multiply the number of grams by 0.000001. For example, 10 g × 0.000001 = 0.00001 t. Or skip the math: type the value into the converter at the top of this page and the result updates instantly.
How many metric tons are in 1 gram?
1 g = 0.000001 t. That is the fixed relationship used by this converter and by international standards.
How many grams are in 1 metric ton?
1 t = 1,000,000 g. If you are converting in the opposite direction, use our Metric Ton to Gram converter for the dedicated table and FAQ.
Is the grams to metric tons conversion exact?
Yes. Both units are defined by international agreement, so the factor of 0.000001 is exact. Displayed results are rounded to 6 significant digits only for readability.
What is gram used for?
The gram is the metric unit for everyday small masses, defined as one thousandth of a kilogram. Recipes, nutrition labels and postage are commonly specified in grams.