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Teal

#21786C

Teal is a cool dark color with the hex code #21786C. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 33, 120, 108 in digital design or CMYK 73%, 0%, 10%, 53% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Teal Color Values

HEX
#21786C
RGB
33, 120, 108
HSL
172°, 57%, 30%
CMYK
73, 0, 10, 53

About this color

Teal sits at 172° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 57% saturation and 30% lightness, this moderately saturated dark hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, cool colors like Teal work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.

When using Teal in print, the CMYK breakdown of 73%, 0%, 10%, 53% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Teal

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #21786C;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 33, 120, 108;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#21786C',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 73%
M: 0%
Y: 10%
K: 53%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(33, 120, 108)
rgba(33, 120, 108, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

6 brand s with colors near 172° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #21786C?
#21786C is Teal, a cool dark color with RGB values of 33, 120, 108. It has a hue of 172°, 57% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #21786C?
The RGB color code for #21786C is rgb(33, 120, 108). This means it contains 33 red, 120 green, and 108 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Teal a warm or cool color?
Teal (#21786C) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #21786C in CSS?
You can use #21786C in CSS with: background-color: #21786C; or color: #21786C; or as an RGB value: rgb(33, 120, 108). For print design, use CMYK: 73%, 0%, 10%, 53%.