Teal Blue

#01405C

General Information about Teal Blue

The hex color #01405C, also known as Teal Blue, is a dark, muted shade of blue-green. In the RGB color model, it consists of 0.4% red, 25.1% green, and 36.1% blue. This composition gives it a cool, calming, and sophisticated appearance. Teal Blue is often associated with stability, trustworthiness, and depth. It is a versatile color that can be used in various design contexts, from web design to interior decoration. Its hex code #01405C is a specific identifier used in digital applications to accurately represent this particular shade of teal blue. The color falls under the cyan-blue hue family, being neither strongly green nor strongly blue, but a balance of both.

The hex color #01405C, a deep teal blue, presents some accessibility challenges, especially when used as a background or text color. Its low lightness value (YIQ around 0.1) means it requires careful consideration of contrast ratios. According to WCAG guidelines, sufficient contrast is crucial for users with visual impairments to perceive content effectively. For text, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text. When using #01405C, ensure that the foreground color is significantly lighter to meet these ratios. Tools like contrast checkers can help verify compliance. Additionally, avoid relying solely on color to convey information, as colorblind users may struggle to differentiate it from similar dark hues. Providing alternative cues, such as text labels or icons, enhances accessibility. Also, consider using color palettes that are designed with accessibility in mind, ensuring harmonious and accessible color combinations.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
1 64 92
RGB1 64 92
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
198.46deg 97.85% 18.24%
198.4697.8518.24HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
198.46deg 0.39% 63.92%
198.460.3963.92HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#01405C
rgb1 64 92
hsl198.46deg 97.85% 18.24%
cmyk98.91% 30.43% 0% 63.92%
hwb198.46deg 0.39% 63.92%
xyz-d650.04 0.04 0.11
oklch0.3511 0.0745 235.61
oklab0.3511 -0.04 -0.06
CMYK
98.91% 30.43% 0% 63.92%
98.9130.43063.92CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.04 0.04 0.11
0.040.040.11XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.3511 0.0745 235.61
0.35110.0745235.61LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.3511 -0.04 -0.06
0.3511-0.04-0.06LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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