#172ABA
Blue
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RGB
HSL
About #172ABA Blue
#172ABA is a blue color. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 23 red, 42 green, and 186 blue. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 233°, saturation of 78%, and lightness of 41%.
This color has a medium lightness value, making it a balanced tone ideal for both text and UI elements. With high saturation, it appears vibrant and eye-catching.
CSS Code
Use #172ABA in your CSS, SCSS, or Tailwind projects.
Color Properties
233°
Hue
78%
Saturation
41%
Lightness
Blue
Color Harmonies
Colors that work well with #172ABA based on color theory.
Accessibility
WCAG 2.1 contrast ratio of #172ABA against white and black backgrounds.
Aa#172ABA on White
Contrast Ratio10.11:1
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Aa#172ABA on Black
Contrast Ratio2.08:1
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Color Conversion Table
Complete conversion of #172ABA across different color formats.
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| HEX | #172ABA |
| RGB | rgb(23, 42, 186) |
| HSL | hsl(233, 78%, 41%) |
| RGB Decimal | 23, 42, 186 |
| RGB Percent | 9.0%, 16.5%, 72.9% |
| CMYK (approx.) | 88%, 77%, 0%, 27% |
Related Palettes
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