#043300 Hex Color
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#043300 is a dense, near-black shade that anchors designs with serious weight. Because it sits so low in lightness, it works best as a moody, full-page background rather than a standard accent. Pair this dark forest green with crisp white text to take advantage of its excellent readability. The hex code for this deep, earthy tone is #043300.
Questions about #043300
What is #043300 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #043300 is rgb(4, 51, 0), in HSL hsl(115, 100%, 10%) and in CMYK 92%, 0%, 100%, 80%.
Does #043300 work well for text?
#043300 is effectively used for large, bold text on light backgrounds but may struggle with readability in smaller body copy. If you need a more standard dark neutral, consider using a softer charcoal or deep navy for better long-form legibility.
What colors pair best with #043300?
Because #043300 is so dark, it relies on high-contrast accents to pop, such as soft cream, warm terracotta, or muted gold. These combinations prevent the design from feeling too heavy and introduce a natural, earthy balance.
Is #043300 readable on white or black?
#043300 has a 14.20:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.47:1 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.