Tangerine is a
warm medium color with the hex code #F78708.
This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB
247, 135, 8 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 45%, 97%, 3% for print applications.
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Tangerine
#F78708
Tangerine Color Values
- HEX
- #F78708
- RGB
- 247, 135, 8
- HSL
- 32°, 94%, 50%
- CMYK
- 0, 45, 97, 3
Shades & Tints
Darker Lighter
About this color
Tangerine sits at 32° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 94% saturation and 50% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.
In digital design, warm colors like Tangerine 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 Tangerine in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 45%, 97%, 3% ensures accurate color reproduction. The bright CMYK values indicate this color relies on pure inks rather than black, maintaining vibrancy in print.
Color Harmonies
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-Complementary
How to use Tangerine
CSS Variable
:root {
--brand-primary: #F78708;
--brand-primary-rgb: 247, 135, 8;
}Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.
Tailwind Config
colors: {
brand: '#F78708',
}
Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.
Print Design (CMYK)
C: 0%
M: 45%
Y: 97%
K: 3%Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.
RGB for Screens
rgb(247, 135, 8)
rgba(247, 135, 8, 0.8)Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.
Brands Using the Same Hue
10 brand s with colors near 32° on the color wheel
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #F78708?
#F78708 is Tangerine, a warm medium color with RGB values of 247, 135, 8. It has a hue of 32°, 94%
saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color
space.
What is the RGB value of #F78708?
The RGB color code for #F78708 is rgb(247, 135, 8). This means it contains 247 red,
135 green, and 8 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Tangerine a warm or cool color?
Tangerine (#F78708) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.
How do I use #F78708 in CSS?
You can use #F78708 in CSS with:
background-color: #F78708; or color: #F78708; or as an RGB value: rgb(247, 135, 8). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 45%, 97%, 3%.