We converted 796 mL using Measurement Canada's definitions of the Canadian and US fluid ounce, plus NIST's published factor. Weights use USDA FoodData Central entry 168450. We read the E.D. Smith label at Safeway.ca, Health Canada's storage table and Reddit baking threads, and we built the FAQ from real searched questions such as "796ml to oz". Products were checked live on November 12, 2026.
2026 Nov 12th
How Many Ounces Is a 796 mL Can of Pumpkin?
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How Many Ounces Is a 796 mL Can of Pumpkin?
Ounces, cups and grams for the Canadian 796 mL pumpkin can, plus how to scale a US pie recipe and what to do with what's left.
Quick Answer
A 796 mL can of pumpkin is 28 Canadian (imperial) fluid ounces, or about 26.9 US fluid ounces. That's about 3 1/3 US cups, or roughly 820 g of puree, close to a US 29 oz can.
At a Glance
Key Takeaways
Two kinds of ounces
796 mL is 28 Canadian fl oz, but about 26.9 US fl oz. Labels in Canada have to use Canadian units.
Cups for recipes
796 mL works out to about 3 1/3 US cups, or about 3 1/5 metric cups of 250 mL.
US recipe swap
One 796 mL can sits close to a US 29 oz can, and just under two US 15 oz cans.
Store leftovers cold
Move opened pumpkin into a covered container and keep it in a fridge at 4°C or lower, or freeze it.
Methodology
How we put this guide together
The short math
How many ounces is 796 mL of pumpkin puree?
796 mL is 28.0 Canadian fluid ounces and 26.9 US fluid ounces. Canada and the US don't define the fluid ounce the same way. A Canadian fluid ounce is about 28.413 mL and a US fluid ounce is about 29.574 mL. Divide 796 by each and you get 28.0 and 26.9.
Both figures come from Measurement Canada's GEN-50 bulletin, which also notes that US units aren't legal for trade in Canada. That's why the can leads with 796 mL. It's the metric version of the old 28 oz Canadian can. NIST uses the same 29.57 mL figure for the US fluid ounce.
Field tip: If the recipe was written in the US, use the 26.9 oz figure. If it's an older Canadian recipe that says "28 oz can", it means this can.
Cups
How many cups are in a 796 mL can of pumpkin?
A 796 mL can holds about 3 1/3 US cups, since a US cup is about 236.6 mL. With Canadian metric cups of 250 mL, it's about 3 1/5 cups. Pumpkin puree is thick, so spoon it into a dry measuring cup and level it off instead of pouring it into a liquid jug.
For portion planning, the E.D. Smith label lists a serving as 1/3 cup (83 mL). That gives about 9 to 10 label servings from a 796 mL can. Each 1/3 cup serving has 30 calories, 2 g fibre and 1 g protein.
Field tip: Scrape the can with a silicone spatula. Thick puree clings to the walls, and a short-scraped can throws off a pie batch.
Grams
How many grams is a 796 mL can of pumpkin?
A 796 mL can of pumpkin works out to roughly 820 g. That estimate uses the USDA FoodData Central figure of 245 g per cup for canned pumpkin. Exact weight varies a little by brand and moisture, so weigh it when the recipe is written in grams.
That weight is why bakers treat the 796 mL can as the Canadian match for a US 29 oz (822 g) can. It's also why one can won't quite cover two US 15 oz (425 g) cans. Two 15 oz cans total about 850 g, which leaves you about 30 g short.
Field tip: For big batches, weigh it once and write the gram count on the recipe card. You won't have to convert it every shift.
US recipes
How do you use a 796 mL can in a recipe that calls for a 15 oz can?
Use about half the can, roughly 400 mL or 425 g, for each US 15 oz can a recipe calls for. If the recipe needs two 15 oz cans, use the whole 796 mL can and top it up with about two tablespoons from a second can. For a 29 oz recipe, one 796 mL can is close enough.
Home bakers ask this every fall. One Reddit baker noted that the classic pie recipe on the large 796 mL can makes two pies. In a commercial kitchen, the simplest approach is to weigh. Our 2.84 L pumpkin puree cans hold about 3.5 times a 796 mL can, which helps for sheet pans and soup batches.
Field tip: Pie fillings can take a tablespoon or two either way. Custard ratios with evaporated milk matter more than the last spoon of pumpkin.
Storage
How long does canned pumpkin last after opening?
Once it's open, move the pumpkin out of the can into a covered container and refrigerate it at 4°C or lower. Health Canada lists 3 to 4 days in the fridge for cooked vegetable dishes. The E.D. Smith label says opened pure pumpkin can be frozen in an airtight container for up to three months.
Health Canada's safe food storage guide also sets the freezer at -18°C or lower, and warns that you can't tell if food is unsafe by smell or taste. Label each container with the open date. Pumpkin is a single-ingredient product on the labels we checked, but still read the allergen statement on the case that arrives.
Field tip: Freeze leftovers in 1 cup portions. They thaw quickly for muffins, soups or a second pie the next week.
Pie filling
Is pumpkin puree the same as pumpkin pie filling?
No. Pumpkin puree, often labelled pure pumpkin, is just cooked pumpkin. Pumpkin pie filling or pie mix already has sugar and spices added. Use pure pumpkin when you want to control the sugar and spice. Don't swap one for the other cup for cup, or the pie will be too sweet or too bland.
Our E.D. Smith 796 mL pumpkin lists 100% pumpkin as its ingredient, and the Arctic Gardens solid puree lists pumpkin puree only. Season with pumpkin pie spice to taste. If you need it for drinks, the pumpkin spice range has syrups and concentrates.
Field tip: Check the front label for the words pure or puree before you open a full case for pie work.
Comparison
Pumpkin can sizes compared
| Can or format | Volume | Approx. US cups | Approx. weight | Best use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US 15 oz can | about 414 mL | about 1 3/4 | 425 g | One standard US pie |
| Canadian 796 mL can | 796 mL (28 Canadian fl oz) | about 3 1/3 | about 820 g | Two pies, muffin batches |
| US 29 oz can | about 828 mL | about 3 1/2 | 822 g | Two pies |
| Foodservice 2.84 L can | 2,840 mL | about 12 | about 2.9 kg | Soup, sheet pans, large bake-offs |
Weights use USDA's 245 g per cup for canned pumpkin. The US 15 oz and 29 oz weights are the printed net weights, converted at 28.35 g per ounce. Brand density varies, so weigh it when you need an exact figure.
Our Take
Why Canadian cans confuse US recipes
Most conversion pages only divide by 29.57 and stop at 26.9 oz. That skips the fact that Canadian law uses the imperial fluid ounce, which is why older Canadian recipes call this a 28 oz can. If you know both numbers, plus the 820 g weight, you can stop guessing when a US recipe says "one 15 oz can".
Shop the Range
Pumpkin and pie ingredients by the case
E D Smith & Son Pumpkin Mix Pure 796ml/26.92oz (12/Case)
Item ID 6018118821817. This is the 796 mL can used in the conversions above. 12 cans per case, 100% pumpkin.
Arctic Gardens Pumpkin Solid Puree 2.84L/96 oz (6/Case)
Item ID 6018111150150. 2.84 L cans, 6 per case. Each can is about 3.5 times a 796 mL can.
Arctic Gardens Fancy Grade Pumpkin Puree 2.84L/96 oz
Item ID 7425120333327. A single 2.84 L can of fancy grade puree, useful for smaller batches.
Carnation Milk Evaporated Cans 354ML/12 oz (48/Case)
Item ID 6018108052092. 354 mL (12 oz) cans, the size most custard pie fillings call for. 48 per case.
Pacific Milk Evaporated Pacific Regular 354 ML/12 oz (24/Case)
Item ID 6018101754726. 354 mL evaporated milk, 24 per case, for pies and sauces that need a smaller case.
McCormick Culinary Pumpkin Pie Spice, 1 lb. - 6/Case Essential Fall Flavor
Item ID 7425108515554. 1 lb bottles of pumpkin pie spice, packed 6 per case.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How many ounces is a 796 mL can of pumpkin?
796 mL is 28.0 Canadian fluid ounces, or about 26.9 US fluid ounces. The two differ because a Canadian fluid ounce is about 28.413 mL and a US fluid ounce is about 29.574 mL, according to Measurement Canada. US recipes expect the 26.9 figure. Older Canadian recipes still call this size a 28 oz can.
How many cups is a 796 mL can of pumpkin?
About 3 1/3 US cups, or about 3 1/5 Canadian metric cups of 250 mL. Spoon thick puree into a dry measuring cup and level it for a more accurate count. The E.D. Smith 796 mL can label lists 1/3 cup servings, so you get about 9 to 10 servings per can.
How many grams is a 796 mL can of pumpkin puree?
Roughly 820 g. That uses USDA FoodData Central's figure of 245 g per cup for canned pumpkin, applied to 796 mL. Brands vary a little, so weigh the can contents when a recipe is written in grams. For larger batches, a 2.84 L can holds about 2.9 kg by the same math.
Is a 796 mL can the same as a 29 oz can of pumpkin?
Close enough for most recipes. A US 29 oz can is 822 g of pumpkin, and a 796 mL can is roughly 820 g. Both hold about 3 1/3 to 3 1/2 cups. If a US recipe calls for one 29 oz can, use one 796 mL can and skip converting it.
How much of a 796 mL can equals a 15 oz can of pumpkin?
Use about half, roughly 400 mL or 425 g. A US 15 oz can holds 425 g, which is about 1 3/4 cups. Two 15 oz cans total about 850 g, so one 796 mL can is around 30 g short. Add about two tablespoons from another can if the recipe needs to be precise.
How many pies does a 796 mL can of pumpkin make?
Usually two standard 9 inch pies. Most US pie recipes use one 15 oz can per pie, and the 796 mL can is just under two of those. A baker on r/AskBaking used the same rule: one large 796 mL can makes two pies. Check the custard ratio with your evaporated milk and eggs.
How long does canned pumpkin last in the fridge after opening?
Plan on 3 to 4 days. Move it out of the can into a covered container and keep the fridge at 4°C or lower, as Health Canada advises for cooked vegetable dishes. The E.D. Smith label says opened pure pumpkin can be frozen in an airtight container for up to three months.
Can you freeze canned pumpkin puree?
Yes. Freeze opened pumpkin in an airtight container or freezer bag at -18°C or lower. The E.D. Smith label says up to three months. Portion it in 1 cup amounts before freezing so you only thaw what a muffin or soup batch needs. Stir after thawing, because some liquid separates.
What is the difference between pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie filling?
Pure pumpkin puree is just cooked pumpkin. Pie filling already has sugar and spices in it. Swap them cup for cup and the pie will be too sweet or too bland. Use pure pumpkin like our Arctic Gardens solid puree and season it with pumpkin pie spice.
Is canned pumpkin the same as pumpkin puree?
If the label says pure pumpkin or 100% pumpkin, yes, it's puree, not pie filling. The E.D. Smith 796 mL can is pure pumpkin, and so is the Arctic Gardens 2.84 L puree. Don't grab a can labelled pie filling when the recipe calls for puree, or the sugar and spice will already be in the can.
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