#409B7B Hex Color
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This unsaturated teal offers a balanced, cool presence that avoids being overly bright. The hex code for this shade is #409b7b. Because it sits at a mid-range lightness, pair it with soft grays or charcoal rather than pure white to avoid a washed-out look. With a 6.2:1 contrast ratio against black, it remains readable for small text, making it a functional choice for tech interfaces.
Questions about #409b7b
What is #409b7b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #409b7b is rgb(64, 155, 123), in HSL hsl(159, 42%, 43%) and in CMYK 59%, 0%, 21%, 39%.
What design mood does #409b7b create?
The unsaturated nature of #409b7b conveys a sense of stability and professional calm, making it ideal for software interfaces or wellness branding. It avoids the intensity of brighter teals, feeling grounded and deliberate in its presentation.
Is #409b7b readable on white or black?
#409b7b has a 3.39:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.19:1 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.