#2A9D8F Hex Color
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#2a9d8f is a cool, muted teal with balanced green and blue undertones. Its medium lightness creates a sophisticated, composed feel for healthcare, wellness, and technology branding. Use it as a supporting tone beside warm ivory or deep navy. The hex code #2a9d8f also provides about 6.3:1 contrast with black text, meeting WCAG AA for body copy.
Questions about #2a9d8f
What is #2a9d8f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2a9d8f is rgb(42, 157, 143), in HSL hsl(173, 58%, 39%) and in CMYK 73%, 0%, 9%, 38%.
What colors pair well with #2a9d8f in a palette?
Warm ivory and navy pair especially well with #2a9d8f, balancing its cool teal character with contrast and warmth in interfaces, brand palettes, and editorial layouts that need a composed feel. Terracotta can add a restrained, earthy accent.
Does #2a9d8f read as warm or cool?
#2a9d8f reads as a cool color because its blue-green balance keeps it calm and refreshing, though its muted saturation prevents it from feeling icy when used across larger surfaces or accents. That makes it suitable for wellness, healthcare, and technology interfaces.
Is #2a9d8f readable on white or black?
#2a9d8f has a 3.32:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.31:1 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.