#C42121
Red
HEX
RGB
HSL
About #C42121 Red
#C42121 is a red color. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 196 red, 33 green, and 33 blue. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 0°, saturation of 71%, and lightness of 45%.
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 #C42121 in your CSS, SCSS, or Tailwind projects.
Color Properties
0°
Hue
71%
Saturation
45%
Lightness
Red
Color Harmonies
Colors that work well with #C42121 based on color theory.
Accessibility
WCAG 2.1 contrast ratio of #C42121 against white and black backgrounds.
Aa#C42121 on White
Contrast Ratio5.86:1
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Aa#C42121 on Black
Contrast Ratio3.59:1
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Color Conversion Table
Complete conversion of #C42121 across different color formats.
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| HEX | #C42121 |
| RGB | rgb(196, 33, 33) |
| HSL | hsl(0, 71%, 45%) |
| RGB Decimal | 196, 33, 33 |
| RGB Percent | 76.9%, 12.9%, 12.9% |
| CMYK (approx.) | 0%, 83%, 83%, 23% |
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