Is Imperial Jade (#009E60) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #009E60 achieves a contrast ratio of 3.47:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 5.15:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Imperial Jade?

The exact complementary color for #009E60 is #9E003F. For analogous pairings, use #009E10 and #008E9E. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

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Imperial Jade (#009E60)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Imperial Jade (#009E60)?

Imperial Jade has the HEX code #009E60. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 0, 158, 96. In HSL, it is 156°, 100%, 31%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:100% M:0% Y:39% K:38%.

Luminance: 25% · Nearest standard name: Imperial Jade

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IMPERIAL JADE

#009E60

rgb(0, 158, 96) · hsl(156°, 100%, 31%)

HEX#009E60

RGB0, 158, 96

HSL156°, 100%, 31%

HSV / HSB156°, 100%, 62%

CMYK (Print)100%, 0%, 39%, 38%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#009E60#9E003F

Analogous

#009E10#009E60#008E9E

Triadic

#009E60#5F009E#9E5F00

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)3.47:1

Sample text rendered with #009E60 on white

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: PASS

Against Dark (#0F172A)5.15:1

Sample text rendered with #009E60 on dark

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Imperial Jade (#009E60)

Imperial Jade (#009E60) is a distinct shade within the Emerald Green chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 25% and a warm-cool hybrid (vegetal / lime) 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#009E60

RGB Space0, 158, 96

HSL Values156°, 100%, 31%

HSV / HSB156°, 100%, 62%

CMYK Ink100%, 0%, 39%, 38%

TemperatureWarm-Cool Hybrid (Vegetal / Lime)

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Imperial Jade

Geometric intervals calculated from #009E60 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#9E003F

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Imperial Jade with its polar opposite (#9E003F) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#009E10 · #008E9E

Analogous Harmony

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

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#9E008E · #9E1000

Split-Complementary

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

Triangular (120°)#5F009E · #9E5F00

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#10009E · #9E003F · #8E9E00

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 Imperial Jade

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 100% and lightness of 31%, Imperial Jade (#009E60) 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

Communicates organic vitality, restorative health, prosperity, and ecological balance. Evokes natural renewal and positive validation.

Optimal Industry Verticals

Sustainable Commerce, Clean Energy, Health & Wellness, Wealth Management. Combining Imperial Jade with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Imperial Jade

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-009e60: #009E60;
  --color-009e60-rgb: 0, 158, 96;
  --color-009e60-hsl: 156deg 100% 31%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        '009e60': '#009E60',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Imperial Jade (#009E60)

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

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Imperial Jade (#009E60)?

Imperial Jade is defined by the HEX code #009E60. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:0, G:158, B:96. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:156°, Saturation:100%, Lightness:31%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 156°, 100%, 62%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:100%, M:0%, Y:39%, K:38%.

Does Imperial Jade (#009E60) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Imperial Jade achieves a contrast ratio of 3.47:1 (Failing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 5.15:1 (Passing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Imperial Jade (#009E60)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #009E60 is #9E003F. When placed side-by-side, #009E60 and #9E003F create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

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

How can I copy and export Imperial Jade into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?

You can define Imperial Jade in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #009E60; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Imperial Jade using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Imperial Jade (#009E60) belong to?

Imperial Jade belongs to the Emerald Green family (Warm-Cool Hybrid (Vegetal / Lime) spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Emerald Green Color Guide.