Is Cobalt Blue Intense (#0047AB) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #0047AB achieves a contrast ratio of 8.44:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 2.12:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Cobalt Blue Intense?

The exact complementary color for #0047AB is #AD6500. For analogous pairings, use #009FAD and #0E00AD. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

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Cobalt Blue Intense (#0047AB)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Cobalt Blue Intense (#0047AB)?

Cobalt Blue Intense has the HEX code #0047AB. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 0, 71, 171. In HSL, it is 215°, 100%, 34%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:100% M:58% Y:0% K:33%.

Luminance: 7% · Nearest standard name: Cobalt Blue Intense

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COBALT BLUE INTENSE

#0047AB

rgb(0, 71, 171) · hsl(215°, 100%, 34%)

HEX#0047AB

RGB0, 71, 171

HSL215°, 100%, 34%

HSV / HSB215°, 100%, 67%

CMYK (Print)100%, 58%, 0%, 33%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#0047AB#AD6500

Analogous

#009FAD#0047AB#0E00AD

Triadic

#0047AB#AD0048#48AD00

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)8.44:1

Sample text rendered with #0047AB on white

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

Against Dark (#0F172A)2.12:1

Sample text rendered with #0047AB on dark

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Cobalt Blue Intense (#0047AB)

Cobalt Blue Intense (#0047AB) is a distinct shade within the Blue chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 7% and a cool color temperature, this tone plays a vital role across web applications, brand identities, and editorial typography. Discover its mathematical harmonies, accessibility metrics, UI engineering roles, and front-end code tokens.

Technical Colorimetry & Coordinate Breakdown

Exact mathematical values across digital display, print press, and human perceptual spaces.

HEX Code#0047AB

RGB Space0, 71, 171

HSL Values215°, 100%, 34%

HSV / HSB215°, 100%, 67%

CMYK Ink100%, 58%, 0%, 33%

TemperatureCool

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Cobalt Blue Intense

Geometric intervals calculated from #0047AB on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#AD6500

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Cobalt Blue Intense with its polar opposite (#AD6500) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#009FAD · #0E00AD

Analogous Harmony

Positions adjacent neighboring hues on either side of Cobalt Blue Intense for serene, gentle, and organic visual transitions.

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#AD0E00 · #9FAD00

Split-Complementary

Uses the two colors flanking the direct complement of Cobalt Blue Intense, offering rich visual variety without harsh chromatic vibration.

Triangular (120°)#AD0048 · #48AD00

Triadic Harmony

Forms an equilateral triangle on the color wheel, generating playful, dynamic energy when balanced against a neutral background.

Rectangular (90°)#AD009F · #AD6500 · #00AD0E

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

A rich four-color scheme combining two complementary pairs, ideal for complex dashboards, gaming HUDs, and multi-tier charts.

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Cobalt Blue Intense

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 100% and lightness of 34%, Cobalt Blue Intense (#0047AB) acts as an attention-grabbing focal point. In user interfaces, reserve it for primary CTA buttons, active state indicators, and notification badges to draw user clicks immediately.

Light Mode SurfaceIdeal for buttons and badges

Dark Mode AdaptationDesaturate slightly for ambient glow

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Color Psychology & Industry Alignment

Strategic cognitive triggers and target sector recommendations.

Cognitive & Emotional Perception

This color projects authority, intelligence, and calm dependability. Universally trusted across enterprise software and fintech products.

Optimal Industry Verticals

Fintech, Enterprise SaaS, Healthcare, Cloud Infrastructure. Combining Cobalt Blue Intense with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Cobalt Blue Intense

Drop-in design system tokens for CSS, Tailwind CSS, and SCSS.

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-0047ab: #0047AB;
  --color-0047ab-rgb: 0, 71, 171;
  --color-0047ab-hsl: 215deg 100% 34%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        '0047ab': '#0047AB',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cobalt Blue Intense (#0047AB)

Authoritative answers covering Cobalt Blue Intense color codes, WCAG contrast compliance, and UI design systems.

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Cobalt Blue Intense (#0047AB)?

Cobalt Blue Intense is defined by the HEX code #0047AB. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:0, G:71, B:171. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:215°, Saturation:100%, Lightness:34%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 215°, 100%, 67%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:100%, M:58%, Y:0%, K:33%.

Does Cobalt Blue Intense (#0047AB) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Cobalt Blue Intense achieves a contrast ratio of 8.44:1 (Passing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 2.12:1 (Failing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Cobalt Blue Intense (#0047AB)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #0047AB is #AD6500. When placed side-by-side, #0047AB and #AD6500 create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

What is the recommended role for Cobalt Blue Intense in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?

How can I copy and export Cobalt Blue Intense into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?

You can define Cobalt Blue Intense in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #0047AB; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Cobalt Blue Intense using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Cobalt Blue Intense (#0047AB) belong to?

Cobalt Blue Intense belongs to the Blue family (Cool spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Blue Color Guide.