China is the world's largest gold consumer and producer. The Shanghai Gold Exchange (SGE) is Asia's benchmark for spot gold pricing. Chinese gold jewelry follows a 24K "pure gold" (足金) tradition with 999.9 fineness hallmarks. The People's Bank of China is also one of the world's largest central bank gold buyers.
Gold Price in China Today (CNY) — Live SGE 24K Rates Per Gram
View live gold prices in China in Chinese Yuan (CNY / RMB). Our tables show 24K, 22K, and 18K rates per gram and ounce based on international COMEX spot prices converted via the real-time USD/CNY exchange rate.
China is the world's largest gold market — both as the top producer (≈370 tonnes/year) and largest consumer (≈1,000 tonnes/year). The Shanghai Gold Exchange (SGE) sets domestic benchmark prices, which can differ from international London prices due to import controls and domestic demand surges.
Chinese gold jewelry buyers overwhelmingly prefer 999 or 999.9 fineness (足金, "pure gold") over the 22K standard common in South Asia. Premium branded stores like Chow Tai Fook and Lao Feng Xiang dominate the retail market. Investors increasingly buy SGE-certified gold bars and the Chinese Panda gold coins as long-term wealth preservation tools.
Shanghai Gold Exchange (SGE) — China operates the world's largest physical gold exchange; domestic and international prices can diverge.
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FAQ — China
What is the main gold exchange in China?
The Shanghai Gold Exchange (SGE), established in 2002, is the world's largest physical gold exchange by volume. It sets domestic benchmark prices and regulates gold trading in China.
What gold standard is preferred in China?
Chinese consumers strongly prefer 24K (足金, "pure gold") jewelry with 999 or 999.9 fineness. This is unlike South Asia where 22K dominates. Investment-grade 999.9 gold bars (like the Panda coin series) are also popular.
Are gold imports restricted in China?
Yes. China controls gold imports through licensed banks and does not allow unrestricted private import. This occasionally causes the SGE domestic price to trade at a premium to the international London price.
What is the 22K gold price in China today?
Today's 22K gold price in China is shown live in the table above, quoted in CNY per gram, per 10 grams. Rates refresh from international spot multiplied by the USD/CNY exchange rate.
What is the difference between 24K and 22K gold in China?
24K gold is 99.9% pure and used mainly for investment bars and coins. 22K (91.6% pure) is the standard for durable jewellery in China. Retail shops add making charges on top of the metal rate for both.
How often is the gold price in China updated?
GoldPriceTracer refreshes China rates every 15 minutes from international spot feeds and live exchange rates. For final purchases, always confirm the rate with your local jeweller or bullion dealer.
