International Klein Blue is a
cool dark color with the hex code #1428A0.
Also known as
"Samsung Blue"
by Samsung
.
This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB
20, 40, 160 in digital design or CMYK 88%, 75%, 0%, 37% for print applications.
Find matching Pantone color.
Currently, 1 brand uses this color in their visual identity, making it a proven choice for professional branding and web design.
International Klein Blue
#1428A0 aka “Samsung Blue” by Samsung
International Klein Blue color values
- HEX
- #1428A0
- RGB
- 20, 40, 160
- HSL
- 231°, 78%, 35%
- CMYK
- 88, 75, 0, 37
Shades & tints
Darker Lighter
About this color
International Klein Blue sits at 231° on the color wheel with 78% saturation and 35% lightness, placing it in the blue segment of the spectrum. At 78% saturation, the hue is fully legible and confident — richly chromatic without tipping into high-contrast territory. The lower lightness gives it weight and depth, lending gravity to any palette it enters.
In digital environments, International Klein Blue is rendered as rgb(20, 40, 160), where the blue channel is highest at 160, producing a strongly blue character. High saturation combined with low lightness creates deep, jewel-toned results — useful for premium UI elements, hover states, and focused interaction areas.
For print, International Klein Blue translates to a CMYK breakdown of 88C 75M 0Y 37K. With a moderate key (37%), this color uses black to deepen the chromatic channels rather than replace them, a profile that typically holds up well in both offset and digital print. In brand applications, this exact value is specified as Samsung Blue.
Color harmonies
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-Complementary
How to use International Klein Blue
CSS Variable
:root {
--brand-primary: #1428A0;
--brand-primary-rgb: 20, 40, 160;
}Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.
Tailwind Config
colors: {
brand: '#1428A0',
}
Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.
Print Design (CMYK)
C: 88%
M: 75%
Y: 0%
K: 37%Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.
RGB for Screens
rgb(20, 40, 160)
rgba(20, 40, 160, 0.8)Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.
Brands using International Klein Blue
1 brand uses this color in their identity
Frequently asked questions
What color is #1428A0?
#1428A0 is International Klein Blue, a cool dark color with RGB values of 20, 40, 160. It has a hue of 231°, 78%
saturation, and 35% lightness in the HSL color
space.
What is the RGB value of #1428A0?
The RGB color code for #1428A0 is rgb(20, 40, 160). This means it contains 20 red,
40 green, and 160 blue in the RGB color model.
Is International Klein Blue a warm or cool color?
International Klein Blue (#1428A0) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #1428A0 in CSS?
You can use #1428A0 in CSS with:
background-color: #1428A0; or color: #1428A0; or as an RGB value: rgb(20, 40, 160). For print design, use CMYK: 88%, 75%, 0%, 37%.