Cobalt

Q: How do I use #0B518E in CSS?

You can use #0B518E in CSS with: background-color: #0B518E; or color: #0B518E; or as an RGB value: rgb(11, 81, 142). For print design, use CMYK: 92%, 43%, 0%, 44%.

#0B518E

Cobalt is a cool dark color with the hex code #0B518E. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 11, 81, 142 in digital design or CMYK 92%, 43%, 0%, 44% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Cobalt Color Values

HEX: #0B518E
RGB: 11, 81, 142
HSL: 208°, 86%, 30%
CMYK: 92, 43, 0, 44

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Cobalt sits at 208° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 86% saturation and 30% 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 92%, 43%, 0%, 44% 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 Cobalt

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #0B518E;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 11, 81, 142;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#0B518E',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 92%
M: 43%
Y: 0%
K: 44%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(11, 81, 142)
rgba(11, 81, 142, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

16 brand s with colors near 208° on the color wheel

Intel

Goldman Sachs

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #0B518E?

#0B518E is Cobalt, a cool dark color with RGB values of 11, 81, 142. It has a hue of 208°, 86% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #0B518E?

The RGB color code for #0B518E is rgb(11, 81, 142). This means it contains 11 red, 81 green, and 142 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Cobalt a warm or cool color?

Cobalt (#0B518E) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #0B518E in CSS?

You can use #0B518E in CSS with: background-color: #0B518E; or color: #0B518E; or as an RGB value: rgb(11, 81, 142). For print design, use CMYK: 92%, 43%, 0%, 44%.