#17D0C3 Hex Color
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Reach for this bright teal when a wellness brand or healthcare interface needs color that feels fresh rather than clinical. Its high saturation and green undertone keep it lively, though it can wash out against plain white, so it works best as an accent with charcoal or deep navy. The hex code #17d0c3 gives black text a contrast ratio near 10.8:1, clearing WCAG AA with room to spare.
Questions about #17d0c3
What is #17d0c3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #17d0c3 is rgb(23, 208, 195), in HSL hsl(176, 80%, 45%) and in CMYK 89%, 0%, 6%, 18%.
What text color works best on #17d0c3?
Black text reads most clearly on #17d0c3, with a contrast ratio of about 10.8:1. That clears the WCAG AA threshold of 4.5:1 for body text, so small type stays readable on this background.
What colors pair well with #17d0c3?
Deep navy or charcoal grounds its brightness, and a warm coral accent adds energy. Avoid pale neutrals against it, since the teal tends to look washed out next to white.
Is #17d0c3 readable on white or black?
#17d0c3 has a 1.93:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.84:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.