#E30613 Hex Color

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This high-octane red demands attention with its intense, saturated pigment. Because #e30613 is so aggressive, use it sparingly as a 10% accent color for calls to action rather than a background. It pairs exceptionally well with charcoal grays or deep navies to ground its inherent heat. The hex code #e30613 maintains enough contrast for white text, keeping it functional for buttons and alerts.

Questions about #e30613

What is #e30613 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e30613 is rgb(227, 6, 19), in HSL hsl(356, 95%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 97%, 92%, 11%.
How should I use #e30613 in my design palette?
Apply #e30613 as a precise 10% accent color to draw immediate attention to calls to action or critical alerts. Because this red is so aggressive, pair it with grounded neutrals like charcoal or deep navy to balance its heat.
Does #e30613 work well for text-heavy designs?
Avoid using #e30613 for large blocks of text, as its high saturation can cause eye fatigue and readability issues. Reserve it for functional elements like buttons, error states, or headers where you need maximum visual impact and urgency.
Is #e30613 readable on white or black?
#e30613 has a 4.88:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.30:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.