Mason Jar is widely used in daily life for storing fruits, vegetables, and jams. When you see a wide range of jars on the website, are you also hesitating about which size is the most suitable? Different uses require different sizes of jars, so if you still need help, read this article and we’ll give you a detailed overview of the various sizes and their best uses.
Figure 1 different sizes of empty glass mason jars with lids
Mouth Sizes
Mason Jar can be divided into regular mouth (2.75 in / 7 cm) and Wide mouth (3.38 in / 8.6 cm) according to the size of the mouth. Regular-mouth jars are ideal for jams, pickles, and other easy-to-pour foods, while Wide-mouth jars have a wider opening for larger foods, such as larger pieces of fruit and vegetables. Both jars are available in a variety of sizes to suit different needs.
Different Mason Jar Sizes and Applications
2oz-Mini Mason Jars
The smallest Mason Jar can be 2oz. Although the jar is small, it is practical as well. It can be used in the kitchen to hold spices and homemade sauces. It’s also great for party favors like honey and candy. To store craft accessories such as buttons, beads, and sequins is also a good idea.
Figure 2 mini glass mason jars
4oz-Quarter-Pint Mason Jars
The capacity of the Quarter-Pint Jars is 4oz. They are often used to store jelly, so it is also called “Jelly Jars”. It is suitable for storing foods such as jams, jellies, sauces, and spices. People who love to do handicrafts usually choose this size. It can be used to store some handicraft materials and make mini candles. It can also be used as a trial pack for some cosmetics (such as face cream, and eye cream) and medicine storage. Due to its small size, it is very suitable for carrying around and convenient for use when going out.
8oz-Half-Pint Mason Jars
Half-Pint Mason Jars have a capacity of 8oz. They are medium-sized jars and are commonly used by most jam and canning makers. DIY will also become an ideal choice! We can use them as pen holders, small vases, or other storage containers.
12oz-Three Quarters Pint Mason Jars
The capacity of Three Quarters Pint Jars is 12oz. Such capacity and slender shape are suitable for storing foods such as beans, pickles, and jams.
16oz-Pint Mason Jars
Pint Mason Jars have a capacity of 16oz. It is one of the most popular sizes and is well suited to the mass production needs of canneries and sauce factories.
32oz-Quart Mason Jars
The Quart Mason Jars have a capacity of 32oz. These large-capacity glass jars are suitable for preserving large quantities of kimchi and dried foods and are also great for fermented foods. It comes in handy as a large-capacity container for cold drinks, cookies, or desserts when holding a family gathering or party. Each family may want to prepare 1-2 of these for emergencies.
64oz-Half-Gallon Mason Jars
Half-gallon Mason Jars are a larger option. They have a capacity of 64oz. This large-capacity jar is generally used to store dry goods such as flour, sugar, grains, beans, and rice.
Mason Jar Size Chart
Mini Mason Jars |
2oz |
60ml |
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Quarter-Pint Mason Jars |
4oz |
125ml |
H: 2.25inch(5.7cm |
D: 2.75inch(7cm) 3.38inch(8.6cm) |
Half-Pint Mason Jars |
8oz |
250ml |
H: 4inch(10.2cm) |
D: 2.75inch(7cm) 3.38inch(8.6cm) |
Three Quarters Pint Mason Jars |
12oz |
375ml |
H: 5.2inch(13.2cm) |
D: 2.75inch(7cm) 3.38inch(8.6cm) |
Pint Mason Jars |
16oz |
500ml |
H: 5inch(12.7cm) 4.5inch(11.4cm) |
D: 2.75inch(7cm) 3.38inch(8.6cm) |
Quart Mason Jars |
32oz |
1000ml |
H: 6.9inch(17.5cm) 6.5inch(16.5cm) |
D: 3.9inch(10cm) 4inch(10.2cm) |
Half-Gallon Mason Jars |
64oz |
2000ml |
H: 9.4inch(24cm) |
D: 4.5inch(11.4cm) 4.8inch(12.2cm) |
Chart 1 Common Mason Jar Sizes, please note the different styles of mason jar sizes are various
We hope the above-detailed description of Mason Jar sizes can help you. Whether it is for personal use or factory production, choosing the right size can better meet your needs.