Science Blue is a
cool medium color with the hex code #3373CC.
This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB
51, 115, 204 in digital design or CMYK 75%, 44%, 0%, 20% for print applications.
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Science Blue
#3373CC
Science Blue Color Values
- HEX
- #3373CC
- RGB
- 51, 115, 204
- HSL
- 215°, 60%, 50%
- CMYK
- 75, 44, 0, 20
Shades & Tints
Darker Lighter
About this color
Science Blue sits at 215° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 60% saturation and 50% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.
In digital design, cool colors like Science Blue work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.
When using Science Blue in print, the CMYK breakdown of 75%, 44%, 0%, 20% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.
Color Harmonies
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-Complementary
How to use Science Blue
CSS Variable
:root {
--brand-primary: #3373CC;
--brand-primary-rgb: 51, 115, 204;
}Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.
Tailwind Config
colors: {
brand: '#3373CC',
}
Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.
Print Design (CMYK)
C: 75%
M: 44%
Y: 0%
K: 20%Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.
RGB for Screens
rgb(51, 115, 204)
rgba(51, 115, 204, 0.8)Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.
Brands Using the Same Hue
18 brand s with colors near 215° on the color wheel
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #3373CC?
#3373CC is Science Blue, a cool medium color with RGB values of 51, 115, 204. It has a hue of 215°, 60%
saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color
space.
What is the RGB value of #3373CC?
The RGB color code for #3373CC is rgb(51, 115, 204). This means it contains 51 red,
115 green, and 204 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Science Blue a warm or cool color?
Science Blue (#3373CC) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #3373CC in CSS?
You can use #3373CC in CSS with:
background-color: #3373CC; or color: #3373CC; or as an RGB value: rgb(51, 115, 204). For print design, use CMYK: 75%, 44%, 0%, 20%.