#05A372 Hex Color
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This mid-tone green carries a clean, teal undertone that feels balanced and approachable. Because of its steady, moderate saturation, the hex code #05a372 works well as a primary brand color for healthcare or sustainability projects. It holds up beautifully as a large background or button, and you can pair it with cream or warm gray to ground its intensity. See other shades of green for more options.
Questions about #05a372
What is #05a372 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #05a372 is rgb(5, 163, 114), in HSL hsl(161, 94%, 33%) and in CMYK 97%, 0%, 30%, 36%.
What colors pair best with #05a372?
#05a372 works beautifully when grounded by neutral tones that soften its intensity. Use a warm cream or a soft warm gray to balance the teal undertones while keeping the design looking clean and professional for UI or print.
Is #05a372 a warm or cool green?
#05a372 leans slightly cool due to its distinct teal undertone, separating it from earthy, olive-based greens. This makes it feel refreshing and crisp, which is why it often performs well in digital interfaces and modern sustainability-focused brand designs.
Is #05a372 readable on white or black?
#05a372 has a 3.23:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.48:1 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.