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Emerald

#8CD98C

Emerald is a cool light color with the hex code #8CD98C. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 140, 217, 140 in digital design or CMYK 35%, 0%, 35%, 15% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Emerald Color Values

HEX
#8CD98C
RGB
140, 217, 140
HSL
120°, 50%, 70%
CMYK
35, 0, 35, 15

About this color

Emerald sits at 120° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 50% saturation and 70% lightness, this moderately saturated light hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Emerald in print, the CMYK breakdown of 35%, 0%, 35%, 15% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Emerald

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #8CD98C;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 140, 217, 140;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#8CD98C',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 35%
M: 0%
Y: 35%
K: 15%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(140, 217, 140)
rgba(140, 217, 140, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 120° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #8CD98C?
#8CD98C is Emerald, a cool light color with RGB values of 140, 217, 140. It has a hue of 120°, 50% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #8CD98C?
The RGB color code for #8CD98C is rgb(140, 217, 140). This means it contains 140 red, 217 green, and 140 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Emerald a warm or cool color?
Emerald (#8CD98C) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #8CD98C in CSS?
You can use #8CD98C in CSS with: background-color: #8CD98C; or color: #8CD98C; or as an RGB value: rgb(140, 217, 140). For print design, use CMYK: 35%, 0%, 35%, 15%.