#6BC6AC Hex Color
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With its light value and moderate saturation, #6bc6ac is a cool, softly muted teal with a fresh, sparkling edge. The hex code works well as a supporting tone for spring layouts, wellness interfaces, healthcare branding, and baby products. Use black text for strong readability, while warm terracotta or deep navy adds useful contrast.
Questions about #6bc6ac
What is #6bc6ac in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6bc6ac is rgb(107, 198, 172), in HSL hsl(163, 44%, 60%) and in CMYK 46%, 0%, 13%, 22%.
Does #6bc6ac work with black text?
#6bc6ac supports black body text with about a 10.3:1 contrast ratio, exceeding the WCAG AA threshold of 4.5:1 for normal text. It is a practical choice for readable labels, interface copy, and small text.
What colors pair well with #6bc6ac?
#6bc6ac pairs well with terracotta for a warm, lively counterpoint, or navy for a sharper professional palette. Keep the teal as a supporting color when the layout needs stronger hierarchy and clearer emphasis.
Is #6bc6ac readable on white or black?
#6bc6ac has a 2.03:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.29:1 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.