Desaturated Cyan

Q: How do I use #488481 in CSS?

You can use #488481 in CSS with: background-color: #488481; or color: #488481; or as an RGB value: rgb(72, 132, 129). For print design, use CMYK: 45%, 0%, 2%, 48%.

#488481

Desaturated Cyan is a cool medium color with the hex code #488481. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 72, 132, 129 in digital design or CMYK 45%, 0%, 2%, 48% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Desaturated Cyan Color Values

HEX: #488481
RGB: 72, 132, 129
HSL: 177°, 29%, 40%
CMYK: 45, 0, 2, 48

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Desaturated Cyan sits at 177° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 29% saturation and 40% lightness, this muted medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, cool colors like Desaturated Cyan work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Desaturated Cyan in print, the CMYK breakdown of 45%, 0%, 2%, 48% 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 Desaturated Cyan

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #488481;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 72, 132, 129;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#488481',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 45%
M: 0%
Y: 2%
K: 48%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(72, 132, 129)
rgba(72, 132, 129, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

8 brand s with colors near 177° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #488481?

#488481 is Desaturated Cyan, a cool medium color with RGB values of 72, 132, 129. It has a hue of 177°, 29% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #488481?

The RGB color code for #488481 is rgb(72, 132, 129). This means it contains 72 red, 132 green, and 129 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Desaturated Cyan a warm or cool color?

Desaturated Cyan (#488481) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #488481 in CSS?

You can use #488481 in CSS with: background-color: #488481; or color: #488481; or as an RGB value: rgb(72, 132, 129). For print design, use CMYK: 45%, 0%, 2%, 48%.