Abstract: An apparatus is provided for measuring and dispensing material from a conventional container having a mouth. The apparatus comprises a measuring receptacle and compatible threads for securing the receptacle to the container, the securing threads acting to seal the mouth of the container. The measuring receptacle includes a lower wall, an upper wall, and a plurality of side walls. The upper wall has a transparent portion with measurement indicia provided thereon. The lower wall has a charging port provided therein for providing communication with the container. The measuring receptacle also includes a discharging port provided in one of said side walls, which side wall is spaced from said measurement indicia. Also the apparatus includes a cap for sealingly closing the discharging port.