#0C8972 Hex Color
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#0c8972 is a cool, muted teal that strikes a balance between professional clarity and refreshing calm. Because black text maintains a strong 4.8:1 contrast ratio against this shade, it remains highly readable for UI elements. If you are experimenting with color theory and mixing green, this hex code works best as an accent color. It provides a grounded, stable feeling for technology and hospitality branding.
Questions about #0c8972
What is #0c8972 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0c8972 is rgb(12, 137, 114), in HSL hsl(169, 84%, 29%) and in CMYK 91%, 0%, 17%, 46%.
What colors pair well with #0c8972 for a balanced palette?
This muted teal pairs beautifully with a neutral charcoal to maintain a grounded professional feel, or you can introduce a soft terracotta to create a sophisticated, high-contrast complement that feels modern and balanced.
Is #0c8972 readable on white or black?
#0c8972 has a 4.34:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.83:1 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.