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Theoretical Yield Calculator

Maximum product mass from limiting-reagent mass.

Compute the theoretical yield of a product (in grams) from the mass of a single limiting reagent and the stoichiometric ratio of product to reagent in a balanced reaction.

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Dr. Helena Ortiz By Dr. Helena Ortiz
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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

Theoretical yield (g) = (mass_lim / molar_lim) · (coeff_p / coeff_lim) · molar_p.

In depth

Compute the theoretical yield of a product (in grams) from the mass of a single limiting reagent and the stoichiometric ratio of product to reagent in a balanced reaction.