Color #CA8A21
Color Code #CA8A21
A precise look at this Orange color with standard values, coordinated palettes, contrast and practical examples.
OrangeMid tone
Color preview#CA8A21
Conversions
Complete color values
Every value is calculated directly from the HEX code. CMYK is an approximation for print workflows.
HEX
#CA8A21RGB
rgb(202, 138, 33)HSL
hsl(37.28 71.91% 46.08%)HSV
hsv(37.28 83.66% 79.22%)CMYKApproximate
0%, 31.68%, 83.66%, 20.78%Contrast report
Readability against white and black text
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Usage suggestions
Where can this color work?
This mid tone Orange tone can be considered for prominent surfaces, identity elements and visual emphasis.
Use #CA8A21 for normal text only when the contrast ratio reaches at least 4.5:1. Large text may pass at 3:1.
Color harmony
Suggested palettes
Complementary palette
Analogous palette
Triadic palette
Monochrome scale
For designers and developers
CSS code example
.color-sample {
color: #CA8A21;
background-color: #CA8A211A;
border-color: #CA8A21;
}Frequently asked questions
What is the RGB value of #CA8A21?
This color is RGB(202, 138, 33).
What is the HSL value of #CA8A21?
Its value is HSL(37.28°, 71.91%, 46.08%).
Is #CA8A21 suitable for text?
Readability depends on the background. The contrast ratio and WCAG results on this page provide the relevant checks.