#2A8C29 Hex Color
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#2a8c29 is a strong, saturated green with a bright, slightly yellow-leaning cast. The hex code feels energetic and attention-grabbing while suggesting safety, stability, and natural growth. Use it as a focused accent for calls to action, eco branding, or pharmacy interfaces rather than a full-page background. Black text reaches about 4.9:1 contrast here, meeting WCAG AA for body text.
Questions about #2a8c29
What is #2a8c29 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2a8c29 is rgb(42, 140, 41), in HSL hsl(119, 55%, 35%) and in CMYK 70%, 0%, 71%, 45%.
What colors pair well with #2a8c29?
#2a8c29 works well with charcoal, warm cream, and restrained olive accents because these partners soften its high saturation without competing for attention, making the palette feel grounded in branding and interface accents.
Does black text work on #2a8c29?
Yes, black text reaches about 4.9:1 contrast on #2a8c29, which clears the 4.5:1 WCAG AA threshold for normal body text and makes this green suitable for readable labels, controls, and short interface copy.
Where should designers use #2a8c29?
#2a8c29 works best as a supporting color or small accent in calls to action, eco branding, pharmacy interfaces, and gardening products, where its saturation adds attention without overwhelming the layout.
Is #2a8c29 readable on white or black?
#2a8c29 has a 4.30:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.88:1 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.