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Canary

#D6F99F

Canary is a neutral light color with the hex code #D6F99F. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 214, 249, 159 in digital design or CMYK 14%, 0%, 36%, 2% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Canary Color Values

HEX
#D6F99F
RGB
214, 249, 159
HSL
83°, 88%, 80%
CMYK
14, 0, 36, 2

About this color

Canary sits at 83° on the color wheel, placing it in the neutral color family, offering versatile neutrality. With 88% saturation and 80% lightness, this vibrant light hue creates strong visual impact and draws attention.

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

When using Canary in print, the CMYK breakdown of 14%, 0%, 36%, 2% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Canary

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #D6F99F;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 214, 249, 159;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#D6F99F',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 14%
M: 0%
Y: 36%
K: 2%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(214, 249, 159)
rgba(214, 249, 159, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

5 brand s with colors near 83° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #D6F99F?
#D6F99F is Canary, a neutral light color with RGB values of 214, 249, 159. It has a hue of 83°, 88% saturation, and 80% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #D6F99F?
The RGB color code for #D6F99F is rgb(214, 249, 159). This means it contains 214 red, 249 green, and 159 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Canary a warm or cool color?
Canary (#D6F99F) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.
How do I use #D6F99F in CSS?
You can use #D6F99F in CSS with: background-color: #D6F99F; or color: #D6F99F; or as an RGB value: rgb(214, 249, 159). For print design, use CMYK: 14%, 0%, 36%, 2%.