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Dark Cyan (#008B8B)

Luminance: 20% · Nearest standard name: Dark Cyan

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DARK CYAN
#008B8B
rgb(0, 139, 139) · hsl(180°, 100%, 27%)
HEX#008B8B
RGB0, 139, 139
HSL180°, 100%, 27%
HSV / HSB180°, 100%, 55%
CMYK (Print)100%, 0%, 0%, 45%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#008B8B#8A0000

Analogous

#008A45#008B8B#00458A

Triadic

#008B8B#8A008A#8A8A00

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints
Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)4.15:1

Sample text rendered with #008B8B on white

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: PASS
Against Dark (#0F172A)4.31:1

Sample text rendered with #008B8B on dark

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Dark Cyan (#008B8B)

Dark Cyan (#008B8B) is a distinct shade within the Cyan chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 20% 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#008B8B
RGB Space0, 139, 139
HSL Values180°, 100%, 27%
HSV / HSB180°, 100%, 55%
CMYK Ink100%, 0%, 0%, 45%
TemperatureCool

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Dark Cyan

Geometric intervals calculated from #008B8B on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#8A0000

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Dark Cyan with its polar opposite (#8A0000) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#008A45 · #00458A

Analogous Harmony

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

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#8A0045 · #8A4500

Split-Complementary

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

Triangular (120°)#8A008A · #8A8A00

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#45008A · #8A0000 · #458A00

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 Dark Cyan

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 100% and lightness of 27%, Dark Cyan (#008B8B) 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
Tonal Expansion ScaleView 10-step design token ramp →

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 Dark Cyan with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Dark Cyan

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS
:root {
  --color-008b8b: #008B8B;
  --color-008b8b-rgb: 0, 139, 139;
  --color-008b8b-hsl: 180deg 100% 27%;
}
tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS
module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        '008b8b': '#008B8B',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dark Cyan (#008B8B)

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

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Dark Cyan (#008B8B)?
Dark Cyan is defined by the HEX code #008B8B. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:0, G:139, B:139. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:180°, Saturation:100%, Lightness:27%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 180°, 100%, 55%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:100%, M:0%, Y:0%, K:45%.
Does Dark Cyan (#008B8B) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?
Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Dark Cyan achieves a contrast ratio of 4.15:1 (Failing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 4.31:1 (Failing WCAG AA).
What is the direct complementary color for Dark Cyan (#008B8B)?
The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #008B8B is #8A0000. When placed side-by-side, #008B8B and #8A0000 create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.
What is the recommended role for Dark Cyan in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?
With a saturation of 100% and lightness of 27%, Dark Cyan (#008B8B) 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.
How can I copy and export Dark Cyan into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?
You can define Dark Cyan in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #008B8B; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Dark Cyan using our interactive Color Palette Generator.
Which color family does Dark Cyan (#008B8B) belong to?
Dark Cyan belongs to the Cyan family (Cool spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Cyan Color Guide.