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Emerald

#9FF9B4

Emerald is a cool light color with the hex code #9FF9B4. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 159, 249, 180 in digital design or CMYK 36%, 0%, 28%, 2% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Emerald Color Values

HEX
#9FF9B4
RGB
159, 249, 180
HSL
134°, 88%, 80%
CMYK
36, 0, 28, 2

About this color

Emerald sits at 134° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 88% saturation and 80% lightness, this vibrant light hue creates strong visual impact and draws attention.

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 36%, 0%, 28%, 2% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Emerald

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #9FF9B4;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 159, 249, 180;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#9FF9B4',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 36%
M: 0%
Y: 28%
K: 2%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(159, 249, 180)
rgba(159, 249, 180, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

5 brand s with colors near 134° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #9FF9B4?
#9FF9B4 is Emerald, a cool light color with RGB values of 159, 249, 180. It has a hue of 134°, 88% saturation, and 80% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #9FF9B4?
The RGB color code for #9FF9B4 is rgb(159, 249, 180). This means it contains 159 red, 249 green, and 180 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Emerald a warm or cool color?
Emerald (#9FF9B4) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #9FF9B4 in CSS?
You can use #9FF9B4 in CSS with: background-color: #9FF9B4; or color: #9FF9B4; or as an RGB value: rgb(159, 249, 180). For print design, use CMYK: 36%, 0%, 28%, 2%.