Mallard

Q: How do I use #2B4422 in CSS?

You can use #2B4422 in CSS with: background-color: #2B4422; or color: #2B4422; or as an RGB value: rgb(43, 68, 34). For print design, use CMYK: 37%, 0%, 50%, 73%.

#2B4422

Mallard is a neutral dark color with the hex code #2B4422. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 43, 68, 34 in digital design or CMYK 37%, 0%, 50%, 73% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Mallard color values

HEX: #2B4422
RGB: 43, 68, 34
HSL: 104°, 33%, 20%
CMYK: 37, 0, 50, 73

Shades & tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Mallard sits at 104° on the color wheel with 33% saturation and 20% lightness, placing it in the green segment of the spectrum. The moderate 33% saturation gives it enough color presence to register clearly without competing for dominance in a composition. The lower lightness gives it weight and depth, lending gravity to any palette it enters.

In digital environments, Mallard is rendered as rgb(43, 68, 34), where the green channel leads at 68, 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 37C 0M 50Y 73K. A substantial black component (73%) 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: #2B4422;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 43, 68, 34;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#2B4422',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 37%
M: 0%
Y: 50%
K: 73%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(43, 68, 34)
rgba(43, 68, 34, 0.8)

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

Brands using similar hue

7 brand s with colors near 104° on the color wheel

Frequently asked questions

What color is #2B4422?

#2B4422 is Mallard, a neutral dark color with RGB values of 43, 68, 34. It has a hue of 104°, 33% saturation, and 20% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #2B4422?

The RGB color code for #2B4422 is rgb(43, 68, 34). This means it contains 43 red, 68 green, and 34 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Mallard a warm or cool color?

Mallard (#2B4422) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.

How do I use #2B4422 in CSS?

You can use #2B4422 in CSS with: background-color: #2B4422; or color: #2B4422; or as an RGB value: rgb(43, 68, 34). For print design, use CMYK: 37%, 0%, 50%, 73%.