#240C09
Dark Red
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About #240C09 Dark Red
#240C09 is a dark red color. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 36 red, 12 green, and 9 blue. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 7°, saturation of 60%, and lightness of 9%.
This color has a low lightness value, making it a dark color great for text and bold accents. With moderate saturation, it appears balanced and versatile.
CSS Code
Use #240C09 in your CSS, SCSS, or Tailwind projects.
Color Properties
7°
Hue
60%
Saturation
9%
Lightness
Dark Red
Color Harmonies
Colors that work well with #240C09 based on color theory.
Accessibility
WCAG 2.1 contrast ratio of #240C09 against white and black backgrounds.
Aa#240C09 on White
Contrast Ratio18.56:1
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Aa#240C09 on Black
Contrast Ratio1.13:1
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Color Conversion Table
Complete conversion of #240C09 across different color formats.
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| HEX | #240C09 |
| RGB | rgb(36, 12, 9) |
| HSL | hsl(7, 60%, 9%) |
| RGB Decimal | 36, 12, 9 |
| RGB Percent | 14.1%, 4.7%, 3.5% |
| CMYK (approx.) | 0%, 67%, 75%, 86% |
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