#E2ECB0 Hex Color
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#e2ecb0 is a pale, unsaturated yellow with a subtle green undertone. It feels airy and delicate, making it effective for minimalist UI backgrounds or clean, modern branding. Black text remains highly readable against this shade, ensuring solid accessibility. Use it alongside deep charcoal or forest green to ground the color, as it can appear washed out against pure white. The hex code is #e2ecb0.
Questions about #e2ecb0
What is #e2ecb0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e2ecb0 is rgb(226, 236, 176), in HSL hsl(70, 61%, 81%) and in CMYK 4%, 0%, 25%, 7%.
Does #e2ecb0 feel more like a yellow or a green?
While technically a pale yellow, #e2ecb0 carries a distinct green undertone that pushes it toward a soft, muted chartreuse or lime. This dual character makes it feel more organic and less clinical than a pure, bright, or warm yellow.
Is #e2ecb0 readable on white or black?
#e2ecb0 has a 1.24:1 contrast ratio on white and 16.85:1 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.