Mallard

Q: How do I use #283413 in CSS?

You can use #283413 in CSS with: background-color: #283413; or color: #283413; or as an RGB value: rgb(40, 52, 19). For print design, use CMYK: 23%, 0%, 63%, 80%.

#283413

Mallard is a neutral dark color with the hex code #283413. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 40, 52, 19 in digital design or CMYK 23%, 0%, 63%, 80% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Mallard color values

HEX: #283413
RGB: 40, 52, 19
HSL: 82°, 46%, 14%
CMYK: 23, 0, 63, 80

Shades & tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Mallard sits at 82° on the color wheel with 46% saturation and 14% lightness, placing it in the green segment of the spectrum. The moderate 46% saturation gives it enough color presence to register clearly without competing for dominance in a composition. Near-black lightness makes it read as a deep, absorptive tone — color is implied more than seen.

In digital environments, Mallard is rendered as rgb(40, 52, 19), where the green channel leads at 52, with red and blue channels close behind. This cool mid-tone is a reliable choice for UI chrome, informational states, and contexts that call for a calm, readable presence.

For print, Mallard translates to a CMYK breakdown of 23C 0M 63Y 80K. A substantial black component (80%) anchors this color in print. The remaining ink channels supplement rather than drive the hue, which keeps the result stable across different paper stocks. No brands in the brandkit.pro library currently specify this exact hex as a named brand color.

Color harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Mallard

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #283413;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 40, 52, 19;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#283413',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 23%
M: 0%
Y: 63%
K: 80%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(40, 52, 19)
rgba(40, 52, 19, 0.8)

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

Brands using similar hue

9 brand s with colors near 82° on the color wheel

Frequently asked questions

What color is #283413?

#283413 is Mallard, a neutral dark color with RGB values of 40, 52, 19. It has a hue of 82°, 46% saturation, and 14% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #283413?

The RGB color code for #283413 is rgb(40, 52, 19). This means it contains 40 red, 52 green, and 19 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Mallard a warm or cool color?

Mallard (#283413) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.

How do I use #283413 in CSS?

You can use #283413 in CSS with: background-color: #283413; or color: #283413; or as an RGB value: rgb(40, 52, 19). For print design, use CMYK: 23%, 0%, 63%, 80%.