Rangoon Green

#171C18

General Information about Rangoon Green

The hex color #171C18, also known as Rangoon Green, is a dark shade of green with a subtle earthy tone. It is composed of 9.02% red, 10.98% green, and 9.41% blue. In the RGB color model, it has the values (23, 28, 24). This color is often associated with nature, stability, and organic elements. It is commonly used in designs aiming to evoke a sense of grounding and tranquility. Rangoon Green is a somewhat desaturated color, which makes it versatile for blending into various palettes. This particular shade of green is often seen in environmental branding, natural product packaging, and designs seeking a sophisticated and understated aesthetic. Its hexadecimal representation provides a precise way to define and use the color consistently across different media.

The hex color #171C18, also known as Rangoon Green, presents some accessibility challenges due to its low luminance. When used as a foreground color, it requires careful consideration of the background color to ensure sufficient contrast for readability, especially for users with visual impairments. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text. It is crucial to test color combinations using accessibility tools to verify compliance. Using lighter shades of green or pairing #171C18 with lighter colors can improve accessibility. Additionally, consider providing alternative cues like icons or text decorations to convey information beyond color alone, enhancing usability for all users, including those with color blindness.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
23 28 24
RGB23 28 24
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
132 9.8% 10%
1329.810HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
132 9.02% 89.02%
1329.0289.02HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#171C18
rgb23 28 24
hsl132 9.8% 10%
cmyk17.86% 0% 14.29% 89.02%
hwb132 9.02% 89.02%
xyz-d650.01 0.01 0.01
oklch0.2197 0.0107 151.36
oklab0.2197 -0.01 0.01
CMYK
17.86% 0% 14.29% 89.02%
17.86014.2989.02CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.01 0.01 0.01
0.010.010.01XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.2197 0.0107 151.36
0.21970.0107151.36LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.2197 -0.01 0.01
0.2197-0.010.01LAB
Lightness
Green–Red
Blue–Yellow

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