#00496B
Dark Blue
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About #00496B Dark Blue
#00496B is a dark blue color. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 0 red, 73 green, and 107 blue. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 199°, saturation of 100%, and lightness of 21%.
This color has a low lightness value, making it a dark color great for text and bold accents. With high saturation, it appears vibrant and eye-catching.
CSS Code
Use #00496B in your CSS, SCSS, or Tailwind projects.
Color Properties
199°
Hue
100%
Saturation
21%
Lightness
Dark Blue
Color Harmonies
Colors that work well with #00496B based on color theory.
Accessibility
WCAG 2.1 contrast ratio of #00496B against white and black backgrounds.
Aa#00496B on White
Contrast Ratio9.7:1
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Aa#00496B on Black
Contrast Ratio2.17:1
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Color Conversion Table
Complete conversion of #00496B across different color formats.
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| HEX | #00496B |
| RGB | rgb(0, 73, 107) |
| HSL | hsl(199, 100%, 21%) |
| RGB Decimal | 0, 73, 107 |
| RGB Percent | 0.0%, 28.6%, 42.0% |
| CMYK (approx.) | 100%, 32%, 0%, 58% |
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