Cheese

Q: How do I use #F79E1B in CSS?

You can use #F79E1B in CSS with: background-color: #F79E1B; or color: #F79E1B; or as an RGB value: rgb(247, 158, 27). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 36%, 89%, 3%.

#F79E1B aka “Mastercard Yellow” by Mastercard

Cheese is a warm medium color with the hex code #F79E1B. Also known as "Mastercard Yellow" by Mastercard . This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 247, 158, 27 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 36%, 89%, 3% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color. Currently, 1 brand uses this color in their visual identity, making it a proven choice for professional branding and web design.

Cheese Color Values

HEX: #F79E1B
RGB: 247, 158, 27
HSL: 36°, 93%, 54%
CMYK: 0, 36, 89, 3

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Cheese sits at 36° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 93% saturation and 54% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Cheese 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 Cheese in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 36%, 89%, 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 Cheese

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #F79E1B;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 247, 158, 27;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#F79E1B',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 36%
Y: 89%
K: 3%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(247, 158, 27)
rgba(247, 158, 27, 0.8)

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

Brands using Cheese

1 brand uses this color in their identity

Mastercard

Finance • Pentagram

Brands Using the Same Hue

9 brand s with colors near 36° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #F79E1B?

#F79E1B is Cheese, a warm medium color with RGB values of 247, 158, 27. It has a hue of 36°, 93% saturation, and 54% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #F79E1B?

The RGB color code for #F79E1B is rgb(247, 158, 27). This means it contains 247 red, 158 green, and 27 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Cheese a warm or cool color?

Cheese (#F79E1B) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #F79E1B in CSS?

You can use #F79E1B in CSS with: background-color: #F79E1B; or color: #F79E1B; or as an RGB value: rgb(247, 158, 27). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 36%, 89%, 3%.