Is Teal 500 (#14B8A6) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #14B8A6 achieves a contrast ratio of 2.49:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 7.17:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Teal 500?

The exact complementary color for #14B8A6 is #B81427. For analogous pairings, use #14B853 and #1479B8. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Teal 500

Teal 500 (#14B8A6)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Teal 500 (#14B8A6)?

Teal 500 has the HEX code #14B8A6. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 20, 184, 166. In HSL, it is 173°, 80%, 40%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:89% M:0% Y:10% K:28%.

Luminance: 37% · Nearest standard name: Teal 500

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TEAL 500

#14B8A6

rgb(20, 184, 166) · hsl(173°, 80%, 40%)

HEX#14B8A6

RGB20, 184, 166

HSL173°, 80%, 40%

HSV / HSB173°, 89%, 72%

CMYK (Print)89%, 0%, 10%, 28%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#14B8A6#B81427

Analogous

#14B853#14B8A6#1479B8

Triadic

#14B8A6#A514B8#B8A514

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)2.49:1

Sample text rendered with #14B8A6 on white

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

Against Dark (#0F172A)7.17:1

Sample text rendered with #14B8A6 on dark

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Teal 500 (#14B8A6)

Teal 500 (#14B8A6) is a distinct shade within the Cyan chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 37% 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#14B8A6

RGB Space20, 184, 166

HSL Values173°, 80%, 40%

HSV / HSB173°, 89%, 72%

CMYK Ink89%, 0%, 10%, 28%

TemperatureCool

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Teal 500

Geometric intervals calculated from #14B8A6 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#B81427

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Teal 500 with its polar opposite (#B81427) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#14B853 · #1479B8

Analogous Harmony

Positions adjacent neighboring hues on either side of Teal 500 for serene, gentle, and organic visual transitions.

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#B81479 · #B85314

Split-Complementary

Uses the two colors flanking the direct complement of Teal 500, offering rich visual variety without harsh chromatic vibration.

Triangular (120°)#A514B8 · #B8A514

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#5314B8 · #B81427 · #79B814

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 Teal 500

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 80% and lightness of 40%, Teal 500 (#14B8A6) 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

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 500 with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Teal 500

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-14b8a6: #14B8A6;
  --color-14b8a6-rgb: 20, 184, 166;
  --color-14b8a6-hsl: 173deg 80% 40%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        '14b8a6': '#14B8A6',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Teal 500 (#14B8A6)

Authoritative answers covering Teal 500 color codes, WCAG contrast compliance, and UI design systems.

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Teal 500 (#14B8A6)?

Teal 500 is defined by the HEX code #14B8A6. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:20, G:184, B:166. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:173°, Saturation:80%, Lightness:40%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 173°, 89%, 72%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:89%, M:0%, Y:10%, K:28%.

Does Teal 500 (#14B8A6) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Teal 500 achieves a contrast ratio of 2.49:1 (Failing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Failing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 7.17:1 (Passing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Teal 500 (#14B8A6)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #14B8A6 is #B81427. When placed side-by-side, #14B8A6 and #B81427 create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

What is the recommended role for Teal 500 in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?

How can I copy and export Teal 500 into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?

You can define Teal 500 in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #14B8A6; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Teal 500 using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Teal 500 (#14B8A6) belong to?

Teal 500 belongs to the Cyan family (Cool spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Cyan Color Guide.