#0C9988 Hex Color
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The hex code #0c9988 creates a cool teal with moderate saturation and a slightly green undertone. Its medium-dark value feels clear, balanced, and refreshing, making it useful for healthcare, wellness, technology, and hospitality branding. Use it as a supporting tone or interface accent; black text reaches about 5.9:1 contrast for readable body copy.
Questions about #0c9988
What is #0c9988 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0c9988 is rgb(12, 153, 136), in HSL hsl(173, 85%, 32%) and in CMYK 92%, 0%, 11%, 40%.
Does #0c9988 read as warm or cool?
#0c9988 reads cool because its teal base leans toward green-blue, while its moderate lightness keeps the color grounded rather than icy. The slightly muted finish supports clear, composed layouts, especially in wellness interfaces, service brands, and communication tools.
What colors pair well with #0c9988?
Is #0c9988 readable on white or black?
#0c9988 has a 3.54:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.92:1 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.