Mallard

Q: How do I use #2A3413 in CSS?

You can use #2A3413 in CSS with: background-color: #2A3413; or color: #2A3413; or as an RGB value: rgb(42, 52, 19). For print design, use CMYK: 19%, 0%, 63%, 80%.

#2A3413

Mallard is a neutral dark color with the hex code #2A3413. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 42, 52, 19 in digital design or CMYK 19%, 0%, 63%, 80% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Mallard color values

HEX: #2A3413
RGB: 42, 52, 19
HSL: 78°, 46%, 14%
CMYK: 19, 0, 63, 80

Shades & tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Mallard sits at 78° on the color wheel with 46% saturation and 14% lightness, placing it in the yellow 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(42, 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 19C 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: #2A3413;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 42, 52, 19;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#2A3413',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 19%
M: 0%
Y: 63%
K: 80%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(42, 52, 19)
rgba(42, 52, 19, 0.8)

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

Brands using similar hue

11 brand s with colors near 78° on the color wheel

Frequently asked questions

What color is #2A3413?

#2A3413 is Mallard, a neutral dark color with RGB values of 42, 52, 19. It has a hue of 78°, 46% saturation, and 14% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #2A3413?

The RGB color code for #2A3413 is rgb(42, 52, 19). This means it contains 42 red, 52 green, and 19 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Mallard a warm or cool color?

Mallard (#2A3413) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.

How do I use #2A3413 in CSS?

You can use #2A3413 in CSS with: background-color: #2A3413; or color: #2A3413; or as an RGB value: rgb(42, 52, 19). For print design, use CMYK: 19%, 0%, 63%, 80%.