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Science Blue

#1066BC

Science Blue is a cool medium color with the hex code #1066BC. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 16, 102, 188 in digital design or CMYK 91%, 46%, 0%, 26% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Science Blue Color Values

HEX
#1066BC
RGB
16, 102, 188
HSL
210°, 84%, 40%
CMYK
91, 46, 0, 26

About this color

Science Blue sits at 210° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 84% saturation and 40% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Science Blue in print, the CMYK breakdown of 91%, 46%, 0%, 26% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Science Blue

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #1066BC;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 16, 102, 188;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#1066BC',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 91%
M: 46%
Y: 0%
K: 26%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(16, 102, 188)
rgba(16, 102, 188, 0.8)

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #1066BC?
#1066BC is Science Blue, a cool medium color with RGB values of 16, 102, 188. It has a hue of 210°, 84% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #1066BC?
The RGB color code for #1066BC is rgb(16, 102, 188). This means it contains 16 red, 102 green, and 188 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Science Blue a warm or cool color?
Science Blue (#1066BC) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #1066BC in CSS?
You can use #1066BC in CSS with: background-color: #1066BC; or color: #1066BC; or as an RGB value: rgb(16, 102, 188). For print design, use CMYK: 91%, 46%, 0%, 26%.