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Cobalt

#604488

Cobalt is a cool medium color with the hex code #604488. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 96, 68, 136 in digital design or CMYK 29%, 50%, 0%, 47% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Cobalt Color Values

HEX
#604488
RGB
96, 68, 136
HSL
265°, 33%, 40%
CMYK
29, 50, 0, 47

About this color

Cobalt sits at 265° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 33% saturation and 40% lightness, this moderately saturated medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Cobalt in print, the CMYK breakdown of 29%, 50%, 0%, 47% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Cobalt

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #604488;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 96, 68, 136;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#604488',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 29%
M: 50%
Y: 0%
K: 47%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(96, 68, 136)
rgba(96, 68, 136, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

6 brand s with colors near 265° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #604488?
#604488 is Cobalt, a cool medium color with RGB values of 96, 68, 136. It has a hue of 265°, 33% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #604488?
The RGB color code for #604488 is rgb(96, 68, 136). This means it contains 96 red, 68 green, and 136 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Cobalt a warm or cool color?
Cobalt (#604488) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #604488 in CSS?
You can use #604488 in CSS with: background-color: #604488; or color: #604488; or as an RGB value: rgb(96, 68, 136). For print design, use CMYK: 29%, 50%, 0%, 47%.