Emerald

Q: How do I use #12BA6E in CSS?

You can use #12BA6E in CSS with: background-color: #12BA6E; or color: #12BA6E; or as an RGB value: rgb(18, 186, 110). For print design, use CMYK: 90%, 0%, 41%, 27%.

#12BA6E

Emerald is a cool medium color with the hex code #12BA6E. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 18, 186, 110 in digital design or CMYK 90%, 0%, 41%, 27% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Emerald Color Values

HEX: #12BA6E
RGB: 18, 186, 110
HSL: 153°, 82%, 40%
CMYK: 90, 0, 41, 27

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Emerald sits at 153° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 82% 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 90%, 0%, 41%, 27% 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: #12BA6E;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 18, 186, 110;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#12BA6E',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 90%
M: 0%
Y: 41%
K: 27%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(18, 186, 110)
rgba(18, 186, 110, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

6 brand s with colors near 153° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #12BA6E?

#12BA6E is Emerald, a cool medium color with RGB values of 18, 186, 110. It has a hue of 153°, 82% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #12BA6E?

The RGB color code for #12BA6E is rgb(18, 186, 110). This means it contains 18 red, 186 green, and 110 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Emerald a warm or cool color?

Emerald (#12BA6E) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #12BA6E in CSS?

You can use #12BA6E in CSS with: background-color: #12BA6E; or color: #12BA6E; or as an RGB value: rgb(18, 186, 110). For print design, use CMYK: 90%, 0%, 41%, 27%.