#01898C Hex Color

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This unsaturated cyan is cool and professional, making it a reliable choice for tech interfaces and aerospace branding. Because it is highly readable, #01898c functions well as a bold primary button or an accent color, rather than a full background. If you need a neutral to balance this shade, learning how to make gray helps you find a tone that grounds its striking, refreshing presence.

Questions about #01898c

What is #01898c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #01898c is rgb(1, 137, 140), in HSL hsl(181, 99%, 28%) and in CMYK 99%, 2%, 0%, 45%.
What colors pair best with #01898c?
Use #01898c alongside neutral tones like slate or warm gray to ground its cool energy. It pairs effectively with a muted charcoal to create a sophisticated, tech-inspired hierarchy that feels stable yet modern, preventing the design from becoming visually overwhelming.
Is #01898c readable on white or black?
#01898c has a 4.23:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.95:1 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.