Boston University Red

Q: How do I use #CC0A00 in CSS?

You can use #CC0A00 in CSS with: background-color: #CC0A00; or color: #CC0A00; or as an RGB value: rgb(204, 10, 0). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 95%, 100%, 20%.

#CC0A00

Boston University Red is a warm medium color with the hex code #CC0A00. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 204, 10, 0 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 95%, 100%, 20% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Boston University Red Color Values

HEX: #CC0A00
RGB: 204, 10, 0
HSL: 3°, 100%, 40%
CMYK: 0, 95, 100, 20

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Boston University Red sits at 3° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 100% saturation and 40% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Boston University Red work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Boston University Red in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 95%, 100%, 20% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Boston University Red

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #CC0A00;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 204, 10, 0;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#CC0A00',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 95%
Y: 100%
K: 20%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(204, 10, 0)
rgba(204, 10, 0, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

12 brand s with colors near 3° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #CC0A00?

#CC0A00 is Boston University Red, a warm medium color with RGB values of 204, 10, 0. It has a hue of 3°, 100% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #CC0A00?

The RGB color code for #CC0A00 is rgb(204, 10, 0). This means it contains 204 red, 10 green, and 0 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Boston University Red a warm or cool color?

Boston University Red (#CC0A00) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #CC0A00 in CSS?

You can use #CC0A00 in CSS with: background-color: #CC0A00; or color: #CC0A00; or as an RGB value: rgb(204, 10, 0). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 95%, 100%, 20%.