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Cobalt

#06479D

Cobalt is a cool dark color with the hex code #06479D. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 6, 71, 157 in digital design or CMYK 96%, 55%, 0%, 38% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Cobalt Color Values

HEX
#06479D
RGB
6, 71, 157
HSL
214°, 93%, 32%
CMYK
96, 55, 0, 38

About this color

Cobalt sits at 214° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 93% saturation and 32% lightness, this vibrant dark hue conveys richness and intensity.

In digital design, cool colors like Cobalt work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.

When using Cobalt in print, the CMYK breakdown of 96%, 55%, 0%, 38% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Cobalt

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #06479D;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 6, 71, 157;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#06479D',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 96%
M: 55%
Y: 0%
K: 38%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(6, 71, 157)
rgba(6, 71, 157, 0.8)

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #06479D?
#06479D is Cobalt, a cool dark color with RGB values of 6, 71, 157. It has a hue of 214°, 93% saturation, and 32% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #06479D?
The RGB color code for #06479D is rgb(6, 71, 157). This means it contains 6 red, 71 green, and 157 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Cobalt a warm or cool color?
Cobalt (#06479D) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #06479D in CSS?
You can use #06479D in CSS with: background-color: #06479D; or color: #06479D; or as an RGB value: rgb(6, 71, 157). For print design, use CMYK: 96%, 55%, 0%, 38%.