Uses the modern mainland China value. Regional and historical catty values can differ.
1 jin = 0.5 kilograms = 500 grams = 1.102 pounds.
For mainland Chinese groceries and recipes, multiply jin by 0.5 to get kilograms. Multiply kilograms by 2 to get jin.
| Jin | Kilograms | Grams | Pounds |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 斤 | 0.25 kg | 250 g | 0.551 lb |
| 1 斤 | 0.5 kg | 500 g | 1.102 lb |
| 2 斤 | 1 kg | 1,000 g | 2.205 lb |
| 5 斤 | 2.5 kg | 2,500 g | 5.512 lb |
| 10 斤 | 5 kg | 5,000 g | 11.023 lb |
Use 1 jin = 500 g for modern mainland recipes, markets, body weight talk and shipping.
Regional catty values can differ. If a listing says Taiwan catty or Hong Kong catty, do not use the mainland value blindly.
Historical jin values changed over time. For antiques, medicine history or classical texts, confirm the period first.