Cobalt

#074AC3

General Information about Cobalt (#074AC3)

The hex color #074AC3 is a shade of blue often referred to as Cobalt. It belongs to the blue color family, known for its calming and trustworthy associations. In the RGB color model, #074AC3 is composed of 0.27% red, 29.02% green, and 76.08% blue. This specific combination results in a deep, vibrant blue hue. In the CMYK color model, commonly used in printing, it consists of 99% cyan, 62% magenta, 0% yellow, and 24% black. The color is often used to convey stability, authority, and intelligence in design and branding. Cobalt blue has a rich history, being used for centuries in paints and dyes, and is named after the metallic element Cobalt, whose compounds create the blue pigment.

The hex color #074AC3, also known as Cobalt, presents some accessibility challenges, particularly when used as a primary text color on a white or light background. Its low luminance value (relative darkness) means that the contrast ratio may fall below the WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) recommended levels for readability. For normal text (smaller than 18pt), a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is required, and for large text (18pt or larger, or 14pt bold or larger), a contrast ratio of 3:1 is necessary. Using #074AC3 for interactive elements like buttons or links requires careful consideration. Ensure sufficient contrast with the background to allow users with visual impairments to easily identify and interact with these elements. Providing alternative styling options or using a lighter shade of blue can improve accessibility.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
7 74 195
RGB7 74 195
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
218.62deg 93.07% 39.61%
218.6293.0739.61HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
218.62deg 2.75% 23.53%
218.622.7523.53HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#074AC3
rgb7 74 195
hsl218.62deg 93.07% 39.61%
cmyk96.41% 62.05% 0% 23.53%
hwb218.62deg 2.75% 23.53%
xyz-d650.12 0.09 0.53
oklch0.4572 0.1986 261.73
oklab0.4572 -0.03 -0.2
CMYK
96.41% 62.05% 0% 23.53%
96.4162.05023.53CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.12 0.09 0.53
0.120.090.53XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4572 0.1986 261.73
0.45720.1986261.73LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4572 -0.03 -0.2
0.4572-0.03-0.2LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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