#2D8C99 Hex Color
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This unsaturated cyan carries a cooling, professional edge. It works best as a primary interface accent or a supporting secondary color, where its steady presence fosters a sense of trust. Since it maintains a 5.3:1 contrast ratio against black, you can use it for small, legible body text. The hex code for this muted teal is #2d8c99.
Questions about #2d8c99
What is #2d8c99 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2d8c99 is rgb(45, 140, 153), in HSL hsl(187, 55%, 39%) and in CMYK 71%, 8%, 0%, 40%.
Why is #2d8c99 a strong choice for UI design?
The steady, unsaturated presence of #2d8c99 builds immediate user trust while maintaining high readability. It functions effectively as a primary interface accent, providing enough contrast against white space or dark backgrounds to support clear, legible navigation and body text.
Which colors pair effectively with #2d8c99 in a palette?
This muted teal coordinates well with warm neutrals to balance its inherent coolness. Try pairing #2d8c99 with a soft charcoal for high-contrast text, or use it alongside a warm terracotta to create a sophisticated, modern color scheme that feels grounded.
Is #2d8c99 readable on white or black?
#2d8c99 has a 3.94:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.32:1 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.