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Gold rate in China today: ¥859.03 per gram (24K)
24K gold is ¥859.03 per gram at the international price in CNY. The same gold costs $179.81 per gram in Canada.
Gold price in CNY, by karat.
The international gold price converted to the local currency. This is not the rate local jewellers quote.
| Purity | Per gram |
|---|---|
| 24K (999) | ¥859.03 |
| 22K (916) | ¥786.87 |
| 18K (750) | ¥644.27 |
The same gold in Canadian dollars
| Purity | Per gram | Per troy ounce (31.1 g) |
|---|---|---|
| 24K (999) | $179.81 | $5,593 |
| 22K (916) | $164.71 | $5,123 |
| 18K (750) | $134.86 | $4,195 |
International gold price from gold-api.com, converted at the Bank of Canada daily rate (2026-10-23). Exchange rates: Rates By Exchange Rate API. Updated October 23, 2026, 11:50 pm ET. Prices on this page update live while it’s open.
International price vs local rate.
International price in CNY
The world gold price converted at today’s exchange rate. That’s what this page shows. It’s the fairest way to compare China with Canada.
Typical local market rate
Chinese jewellers price gold jewellery per gram plus a fixed labour fee; the Shanghai Gold Exchange price can differ slightly from the international price converted to yuan. We don’t show a local market rate because we don’t have a licensed feed for it.
24K gold, CAD per gram: last 12 months (monthly average)
| Month | 24K gold, CAD per gram |
|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | $183 |
| Nov 2025 | $185 |
| Dec 2025 | $191 |
| Jan 2026 | $210 |
| Feb 2026 | $220 |
| Mar 2026 | $214 |
| Apr 2026 | $209 |
| May 2026 | $202 |
| Jun 2026 | $191 |
| Jul 2026 | $185 |
| Aug 2026 | $197 |
| Sep 2026 | $194 |
Source: World Bank Commodity Price Data (Pink Sheet), monthly averages, CC BY 4.0; Federal Reserve H.10 via FRED (EXCAUS). Monthly averages, so they differ from the price on any one day.
Common questions.
What is the gold rate in China today?
At the international price, 24K gold is ¥859.03 per gram and 22K is ¥786.87 (October 23, 2026, 11:50 pm ET). The local market rate quoted by jewellers is usually different; see “International price vs local rate” on this page.
How much gold can I carry to China from Canada?
Each country sets its own duty-free allowance for jewellery and its own rules for bars and coins, and you must declare anything above the allowance. Check the official customs page before you travel, and use our carry limit checker.
Is gold cheaper in China than in Canada?
Converted at today’s exchange rate, the international price is the same: $179.81 per gram of 24K in Canada. The difference comes from local duty, tax and dealer or making charges. See Is gold cheaper in Dubai, India or Canada?
Why is the local rate in China different from the world price?
Chinese jewellers price gold jewellery per gram plus a fixed labour fee; the Shanghai Gold Exchange price can differ slightly from the international price converted to yuan.
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