#00222C Hex Color
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#00222c is a very dark, muted cyan with blue-green undertones and low visual chroma. Its ashy depth creates a serious, mysterious mood suited to dark interfaces, technology branding, and atmospheric backgrounds. Use it as a dominant base with bright white text, which reaches about 16.6:1 contrast. The hex code #00222c also makes warm copper or pale peach accents stand out.
Questions about #00222c
What is #00222c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #00222c is rgb(0, 34, 44), in HSL hsl(194, 100%, 9%) and in CMYK 100%, 23%, 0%, 83%.
What colors pair well with #00222c?
#00222c pairs well with pale peach, soft cream, or warm copper accents because their lightness and warmth cut through its dark, muted blue-green base without making the palette feel harsh. Keep lighter tones for highlights, buttons, or key illustrations.
Is #00222c readable on white or black?
#00222c has a 16.59:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.26:1 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.