Color #EA0C19

Color Code #EA0C19

A precise look at this Red color with standard values, coordinated palettes, contrast and practical examples.

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Color preview#EA0C19
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Complete color values

Every value is calculated directly from the HEX code. CMYK is an approximation for print workflows.

HEX
#EA0C19
RGB
rgb(234, 12, 25)
HSL
hsl(356.49 90.24% 48.24%)
HSV
hsv(356.49 94.87% 91.76%)
CMYKApproximate
0%, 94.87%, 89.32%, 8.24%
Relative luminance0.17830—1
Contrast with white4.6:1WCAG
Contrast with black4.57:1WCAG
Best text color#FFFFFFAA ✓

Contrast report

Readability against white and black text

Readable text sample4.6:1
AA ✓AAA ×
Readable text sample4.57:1
AA ✓AAA ×
Usage suggestions

Where can this color work?

This vivid Red tone can be considered for prominent surfaces, identity elements and visual emphasis.

Use #EA0C19 for normal text only when the contrast ratio reaches at least 4.5:1. Large text may pass at 3:1.

Color harmony

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For designers and developers

CSS code example

CSS
.color-sample {
  color: #EA0C19;
  background-color: #EA0C191A;
  border-color: #EA0C19;
}

Frequently asked questions

What is the RGB value of #EA0C19?

This color is RGB(234, 12, 25).

What is the HSL value of #EA0C19?

Its value is HSL(356.49°, 90.24%, 48.24%).

Is #EA0C19 suitable for text?

Readability depends on the background. The contrast ratio and WCAG results on this page provide the relevant checks.