#C9FFE3 Hex Color
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The hex code #c9ffe3 defines a very light, luminous green with low saturation and a gentle mint undertone. Its softness suggests peace and safety, making it useful for spring graphics, organic brands, pharmacy interfaces, and baby products. As a pale background, it supports black text well, while charcoal or deep navy adds stronger definition than white.
Questions about #c9ffe3
What is #c9ffe3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c9ffe3 is rgb(201, 255, 227), in HSL hsl(149, 100%, 89%) and in CMYK 21%, 0%, 11%, 0%.
What colors pair well with #c9ffe3?
Pair #c9ffe3 with deep navy or charcoal to anchor its pale mint surface, then use muted terracotta for a warmer counterpoint in packaging, editorial layouts, or eco-focused branding without overpowering its low-saturation character.
Is #c9ffe3 readable on white or black?
#c9ffe3 has a 1.11:1 contrast ratio on white and 18.89:1 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.