#168C68 Hex Color
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#168c68 is a muted teal that leans toward its green half. That green comes from mixing green with blue, as what colors make green explains. It reads cool and steady, so it suits wellness brands, healthcare UI, and calm dashboards. Black text hits about 5.0:1 contrast on this hex code, enough for AA body copy. Pair it with terracotta to keep it from feeling clinical.
Questions about #168c68
What is #168c68 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #168c68 is rgb(22, 140, 104), in HSL hsl(162, 73%, 32%) and in CMYK 84%, 0%, 26%, 45%.
What colors pair well with #168c68?
Warm accents like terracotta, coral, and sand keep #168c68 from feeling clinical, while cream and charcoal make it look cleaner. Avoid neon brights, which overpower its muted character.
Is #168c68 readable on white or black?
#168c68 has a 4.21:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.98:1 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.