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Emerald

#9CFF99

Emerald is a neutral light color with the hex code #9CFF99. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 156, 255, 153 in digital design or CMYK 39%, 0%, 40%, 0% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Emerald Color Values

HEX
#9CFF99
RGB
156, 255, 153
HSL
118°, 100%, 80%
CMYK
39, 0, 40, 0

About this color

Emerald sits at 118° on the color wheel, placing it in the neutral color family, offering versatile neutrality. With 100% saturation and 80% lightness, this vibrant light hue creates strong visual impact and draws attention.

In digital design, neutral colors like Emerald work well for typography, interface elements, and maintaining balance. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Emerald in print, the CMYK breakdown of 39%, 0%, 40%, 0% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Emerald

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #9CFF99;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 156, 255, 153;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#9CFF99',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 39%
M: 0%
Y: 40%
K: 0%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(156, 255, 153)
rgba(156, 255, 153, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 118° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #9CFF99?
#9CFF99 is Emerald, a neutral light color with RGB values of 156, 255, 153. It has a hue of 118°, 100% saturation, and 80% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #9CFF99?
The RGB color code for #9CFF99 is rgb(156, 255, 153). This means it contains 156 red, 255 green, and 153 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Emerald a warm or cool color?
Emerald (#9CFF99) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.
How do I use #9CFF99 in CSS?
You can use #9CFF99 in CSS with: background-color: #9CFF99; or color: #9CFF99; or as an RGB value: rgb(156, 255, 153). For print design, use CMYK: 39%, 0%, 40%, 0%.