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Science Blue

#746EC4

Science Blue is a cool light color with the hex code #746EC4. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 116, 110, 196 in digital design or CMYK 41%, 44%, 0%, 23% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Science Blue Color Values

HEX
#746EC4
RGB
116, 110, 196
HSL
244°, 42%, 60%
CMYK
41, 44, 0, 23

About this color

Science Blue sits at 244° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 42% saturation and 60% lightness, this moderately saturated light hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, cool colors like Science Blue work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Science Blue in print, the CMYK breakdown of 41%, 44%, 0%, 23% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Science Blue

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #746EC4;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 116, 110, 196;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#746EC4',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 41%
M: 44%
Y: 0%
K: 23%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(116, 110, 196)
rgba(116, 110, 196, 0.8)

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #746EC4?
#746EC4 is Science Blue, a cool light color with RGB values of 116, 110, 196. It has a hue of 244°, 42% saturation, and 60% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #746EC4?
The RGB color code for #746EC4 is rgb(116, 110, 196). This means it contains 116 red, 110 green, and 196 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Science Blue a warm or cool color?
Science Blue (#746EC4) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #746EC4 in CSS?
You can use #746EC4 in CSS with: background-color: #746EC4; or color: #746EC4; or as an RGB value: rgb(116, 110, 196). For print design, use CMYK: 41%, 44%, 0%, 23%.