#CCA404 Hex Color
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Bold but not glaring, this golden yellow carries a warm, mustard-like depth that keeps its high saturation from turning harsh. The hex code #cca404 holds its own at large sizes, so it works well in sale banners, safety signage, and budget branding. Pair it with charcoal or deep navy, and use black text on top for solid contrast.
Questions about #cca404
What is #cca404 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #cca404 is rgb(204, 164, 4), in HSL hsl(48, 96%, 41%) and in CMYK 0%, 20%, 98%, 20%. Browse more shades of yellow with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #cca404?
#cca404 pairs best with deep, cool colors like navy or charcoal, which temper its brightness without dulling it. Avoid placing it directly against white, where it can read washed out.
Is #cca404 readable on white or black?
#cca404 has a 2.36:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.87:1 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.