#002020 Hex Color
An intense and sophisticated near-black cyan
#002020 is an extremely dark, desaturated cyan that borders on black. This moody shade offers a sophisticated alternative to pure black for interface designs. Because it provides a massive 17.1:1 contrast ratio against white, use this hex code for both large backgrounds and small body text. It creates a clean, readable foundation for technology or entertainment branding that feels grounded and serious.
Questions about #002020
What is #002020 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #002020 is rgb(0, 32, 32), in HSL hsl(180, 100%, 6%) and in CMYK 100%, 0%, 0%, 87%.
Is #002020 a better choice than pure black for UI design?
Using #002020 is often superior to pure black because it offers a softer, more sophisticated look that reduces eye strain while maintaining a high contrast ratio. It provides a grounded, serious foundation for modern technology interfaces and minimalist web applications.
What colors pair well with the deep tone of #002020?
This dark cyan pairs best with crisp, cool whites or subtle silver accents to maintain a clean, high-contrast aesthetic. For a more sophisticated palette, accent it with muted, desaturated tones rather than bright primaries to keep the interface balanced and professional.
Is #002020 readable on white or black?
#002020 has a 17.10:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.22:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.