#009C97 Hex Color
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This cool, unsaturated cyan carries a refreshing clarity that works effectively for UI elements and technology branding. While it provides enough contrast for black text, use it as an accent rather than a dominant background to avoid overwhelming a layout. The hex code for this shade is #009c97. If your design feels too clinical, learn how to make gray to soften the palette.
Questions about #009c97
What is #009c97 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #009c97 is rgb(0, 156, 151), in HSL hsl(178, 100%, 31%) and in CMYK 100%, 0%, 3%, 39%.
What pairs well with the #009c97 cyan shade?
The clarity of #009c97 works best when grounded by neutral tones. Pair it with a deep charcoal to maintain high contrast for text, or use it alongside soft whites to keep your interface feeling light, airy, and professional.
Is #009c97 readable on white or black?
#009c97 has a 3.38:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.20:1 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.