#52B693 Hex Color
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This muted, pastel teal sits on the cooler side of the spectrum. It lacks vivid intensity, making it a useful neutral base rather than a loud accent. Black text provides excellent readability against this shade with an 8.5:1 contrast ratio, meeting all WCAG requirements for body text. Designers often use the hex code #52b693 for healthcare interfaces. Try pairing it with dark charcoal for a balanced, modern look.
Questions about #52b693
What is #52b693 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #52b693 is rgb(82, 182, 147), in HSL hsl(159, 41%, 52%) and in CMYK 55%, 0%, 19%, 29%.
What colors pair well with #52b693 for a modern palette?
Pair #52b693 with deep charcoal or dark navy to create a professional, balanced contrast. Because this teal is muted and desaturated, it also works harmoniously with crisp white or soft beige for a clean, approachable aesthetic.
Is #52b693 readable on white or black?
#52b693 has a 2.47:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.47:1 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.