#00998D Hex Color
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This unsaturated teal sits between green and blue, offering a clean, professional aesthetic. Because #00998d provides a strong 5.9:1 contrast against black text, it works well for UI buttons or data visualization headers. It feels grounded rather than bright. Pair this with soft grays or charcoal rather than stark white to avoid a washed-out look. Its hex code is #00998d.
Questions about #00998d
What is #00998d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #00998d is rgb(0, 153, 141), in HSL hsl(175, 100%, 30%) and in CMYK 100%, 0%, 8%, 40%.
What colors pair well with #00998d for UI design?
Pair #00998d with charcoal or soft neutral grays to maintain a professional contrast without the harshness of stark white. Using warm, muted accents like terracotta can also create a balanced look that prevents the cool teal from feeling sterile or washed out.
Why is #00998d considered effective for data visualization?
This color provides a strong 5.9:1 contrast ratio against black text, which significantly improves readability for critical information. Its grounded, unsaturated nature prevents it from overpowering other chart elements while remaining distinct enough to anchor a dashboard header or primary interaction point.
Is #00998d readable on white or black?
#00998d has a 3.53:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.94:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.