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Cobalt

#243675

Cobalt is a cool dark color with the hex code #243675. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 36, 54, 117 in digital design or CMYK 69%, 54%, 0%, 54% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Cobalt Color Values

HEX
#243675
RGB
36, 54, 117
HSL
227°, 53%, 30%
CMYK
69, 54, 0, 54

About this color

Cobalt sits at 227° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 53% saturation and 30% lightness, this moderately saturated dark hue balances visibility with restraint.

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 69%, 54%, 0%, 54% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Cobalt

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #243675;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 36, 54, 117;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#243675',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 69%
M: 54%
Y: 0%
K: 54%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(36, 54, 117)
rgba(36, 54, 117, 0.8)

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #243675?
#243675 is Cobalt, a cool dark color with RGB values of 36, 54, 117. It has a hue of 227°, 53% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #243675?
The RGB color code for #243675 is rgb(36, 54, 117). This means it contains 36 red, 54 green, and 117 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Cobalt a warm or cool color?
Cobalt (#243675) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #243675 in CSS?
You can use #243675 in CSS with: background-color: #243675; or color: #243675; or as an RGB value: rgb(36, 54, 117). For print design, use CMYK: 69%, 54%, 0%, 54%.