Cobalt

Q: How do I use #0C488D in CSS?

You can use #0C488D in CSS with: background-color: #0C488D; or color: #0C488D; or as an RGB value: rgb(12, 72, 141). For print design, use CMYK: 91%, 49%, 0%, 45%.

#0C488D

Cobalt is a cool dark color with the hex code #0C488D. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 12, 72, 141 in digital design or CMYK 91%, 49%, 0%, 45% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Cobalt Color Values

HEX: #0C488D
RGB: 12, 72, 141
HSL: 212°, 84%, 30%
CMYK: 91, 49, 0, 45

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Cobalt sits at 212° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 84% 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 91%, 49%, 0%, 45% 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: #0C488D;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 12, 72, 141;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#0C488D',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 91%
M: 49%
Y: 0%
K: 45%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(12, 72, 141)
rgba(12, 72, 141, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

17 brand s with colors near 212° on the color wheel

Goldman Sachs

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #0C488D?

#0C488D is Cobalt, a cool dark color with RGB values of 12, 72, 141. It has a hue of 212°, 84% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #0C488D?

The RGB color code for #0C488D is rgb(12, 72, 141). This means it contains 12 red, 72 green, and 141 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Cobalt a warm or cool color?

Cobalt (#0C488D) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #0C488D in CSS?

You can use #0C488D in CSS with: background-color: #0C488D; or color: #0C488D; or as an RGB value: rgb(12, 72, 141). For print design, use CMYK: 91%, 49%, 0%, 45%.