Emerald

Q: How do I use #00CC81 in CSS?

You can use #00CC81 in CSS with: background-color: #00CC81; or color: #00CC81; or as an RGB value: rgb(0, 204, 129). For print design, use CMYK: 100%, 0%, 37%, 20%.

#00CC81

Emerald is a cool medium color with the hex code #00CC81. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 0, 204, 129 in digital design or CMYK 100%, 0%, 37%, 20% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Emerald Color Values

HEX: #00CC81
RGB: 0, 204, 129
HSL: 158°, 100%, 40%
CMYK: 100, 0, 37, 20

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Emerald sits at 158° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 100% saturation and 40% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, cool colors like Emerald work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Emerald in print, the CMYK breakdown of 100%, 0%, 37%, 20% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Emerald

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #00CC81;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 0, 204, 129;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#00CC81',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 100%
M: 0%
Y: 37%
K: 20%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(0, 204, 129)
rgba(0, 204, 129, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

7 brand s with colors near 158° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #00CC81?

#00CC81 is Emerald, a cool medium color with RGB values of 0, 204, 129. It has a hue of 158°, 100% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #00CC81?

The RGB color code for #00CC81 is rgb(0, 204, 129). This means it contains 0 red, 204 green, and 129 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Emerald a warm or cool color?

Emerald (#00CC81) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #00CC81 in CSS?

You can use #00CC81 in CSS with: background-color: #00CC81; or color: #00CC81; or as an RGB value: rgb(0, 204, 129). For print design, use CMYK: 100%, 0%, 37%, 20%.