Pantone to HEX Converter
Browse all 3,200+ Pantone Solid Coated colors with corresponding HEX, RGB, and CMYK values. Search by Pantone name or color code, filter by color family, and copy values instantly. Covers the complete Formula Guide including the 2024 V5 extended palette.
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About the Pantone Color System
Pantone created the Pantone Matching System (PMS) in 1963 to solve a fundamental problem in printing: ensuring consistent color reproduction across different printers, locations, and materials. Each Pantone color is a standardized ink formula that printers mix to precise specifications, guaranteeing that Pantone 186 Red looks identical whether printed in New York or Tokyo, on paper or fabric.
The system became the global standard for color communication in branding, packaging, and professional printing. However, Pantone colors are spot colors—premixed inks—while digital design uses RGB (light) and most commercial printing uses CMYK (process inks). Converting Pantone to HEX, RGB, or CMYK always involves approximation because these systems have different color gamuts. The values shown here are digital equivalents, useful for web and screen design, but cannot perfectly replicate the original Pantone ink when viewed on a monitor or printed with CMYK.
Frequently Asked Questions
- There are over 3,200 Pantone Solid Coated colors in the current system, all included in this tool. The broader Pantone Matching System spans multiple libraries—Solid Coated, Solid Uncoated, Metallics, Pastels, and Neons—totaling over 2,300 base spot color formulas. This converter covers the complete Formula Guide through the 2024 V5 extended palette, the standard set designers specify for brand identities and commercial printing.
- The "C" suffix indicates Coated paper stock (smooth, glossy finish) while "U" indicates Uncoated paper (matte, textured finish). The same Pantone ink formula appears differently on these surfaces—colors on coated stock look more vibrant and saturated because less ink absorbs into the paper. When specifying Pantone colors, always indicate C or U to match your final paper choice.
- You cannot use Pantone spot colors directly in CSS or web design because browsers display colors using RGB, not ink formulas. Instead, use the HEX or RGB values shown in this converter as digital approximations of Pantone colors. These approximations work well for maintaining brand consistency on screens, but the colors won't match Pantone spot color printing exactly due to different color gamuts between RGB and spot inks.
- Use the search field to enter a Pantone number (like "186" or "300") or color name (like "Red" or "Blue"). You can also filter by color family using the dropdown menu to browse specific ranges like reds, blues, or greens. Click any color to see its full details and copy HEX, RGB, or CMYK values for your design tools.