Is Teal (#008080) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #008080 achieves a contrast ratio of 4.77:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 3.74:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Teal?

The exact complementary color for #008080 is #800000. For analogous pairings, use #008040 and #004080. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Teal

Teal (#008080)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Teal (#008080)?

Teal has the HEX code #008080. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 0, 128, 128. In HSL, it is 180°, 100%, 25%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:100% M:0% Y:0% K:50%.

Luminance: 17% · Nearest standard name: Teal

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TEAL

#008080

rgb(0, 128, 128) · hsl(180°, 100%, 25%)

HEX#008080

RGB0, 128, 128

HSL180°, 100%, 25%

HSV / HSB180°, 100%, 50%

CMYK (Print)100%, 0%, 0%, 50%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#008080#800000

Analogous

#008040#008080#004080

Triadic

#008080#80007F#7F8000

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)4.77:1

Sample text rendered with #008080 on white

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

Against Dark (#0F172A)3.74:1

Sample text rendered with #008080 on dark

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Teal (#008080)

Teal (#008080) is a distinct shade within the Cyan chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 17% 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#008080

RGB Space0, 128, 128

HSL Values180°, 100%, 25%

HSV / HSB180°, 100%, 50%

CMYK Ink100%, 0%, 0%, 50%

TemperatureCool

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Teal

Geometric intervals calculated from #008080 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#800000

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Teal with its polar opposite (#800000) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#008040 · #004080

Analogous Harmony

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

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#800040 · #804000

Split-Complementary

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

Triangular (120°)#80007F · #7F8000

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#400080 · #800000 · #408000

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

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

Interactive Exploration

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Teal

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 100% and lightness of 25%, Teal (#008080) 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 AdaptationOptimal dark canvas backdrop

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Color Psychology & Industry Alignment

Strategic cognitive triggers and target sector recommendations.

Cognitive & Emotional Perception

Blends the freshness of green with the serene trust of blue. Inspires crisp clarity, modern innovation, and refreshing agility.

Optimal Industry Verticals

Bio-Tech, Digital Telecommunications, Modern SaaS, Productivity Apps. Combining Teal with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Teal

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-008080: #008080;
  --color-008080-rgb: 0, 128, 128;
  --color-008080-hsl: 180deg 100% 25%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        '008080': '#008080',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Teal (#008080)

Authoritative answers covering Teal color codes, WCAG contrast compliance, and UI design systems.

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Teal (#008080)?

Teal is defined by the HEX code #008080. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:0, G:128, B:128. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:180°, Saturation:100%, Lightness:25%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 180°, 100%, 50%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:100%, M:0%, Y:0%, K:50%.

Does Teal (#008080) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Teal achieves a contrast ratio of 4.77:1 (Passing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 3.74:1 (Failing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Teal (#008080)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #008080 is #800000. When placed side-by-side, #008080 and #800000 create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

What is the recommended role for Teal in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?

How can I copy and export Teal into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?

You can define Teal in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #008080; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Teal using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Teal (#008080) belong to?

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