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Theoretical Yield from Limiting Reagent and Moles Calculator

Maximum mass of product from known moles of limiting reagent.

Given moles of limiting reagent, the stoichiometric ratio (moles product per mole reagent), and the molar mass of the product, calculates the theoretical yield in grams.

Dr. Helena Ortiz By Dr. Helena Ortiz
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Inputs

mol
g/mol

Results

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  1. Fill in the inputs above using the units you already have.
  2. Values update automatically as you type — no submit button needed.
  3. Hover any result row for the underlying formula and intermediate values.

Formula

yield_g = mol_lr × ratio × MW_product

In depth

Given moles of limiting reagent, the stoichiometric ratio (moles product per mole reagent), and the molar mass of the product, calculates the theoretical yield in grams.