Is Pomegranate (#660C21) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #660C21 achieves a contrast ratio of 12.81:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 1.39:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Pomegranate?

The exact complementary color for #660C21 is #0C6450. For analogous pairings, use #640C4D and #64230C. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Pomegranate

Pomegranate (#660C21)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Pomegranate (#660C21)?

Pomegranate has the HEX code #660C21. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 102, 12, 33. In HSL, it is 346°, 79%, 22%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:0% M:88% Y:68% K:60%.

Luminance: 3% · Nearest standard name: Pomegranate

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POMEGRANATE

#660C21

rgb(102, 12, 33) · hsl(346°, 79%, 22%)

HEX#660C21

RGB102, 12, 33

HSL346°, 79%, 22%

HSV / HSB346°, 88%, 40%

CMYK (Print)0%, 88%, 68%, 60%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#660C21#0C6450

Analogous

#640C4D#660C21#64230C

Triadic

#660C21#20640C#0C2064

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)12.81:1

Sample text rendered with #660C21 on white

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

Against Dark (#0F172A)1.39:1

Sample text rendered with #660C21 on dark

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Pomegranate (#660C21)

Pomegranate (#660C21) is a distinct shade within the Rose & Red chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 3% and a warm 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#660C21

RGB Space102, 12, 33

HSL Values346°, 79%, 22%

HSV / HSB346°, 88%, 40%

CMYK Ink0%, 88%, 68%, 60%

TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Pomegranate

Geometric intervals calculated from #660C21 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#0C6450

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Pomegranate with its polar opposite (#0C6450) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#640C4D · #64230C

Analogous Harmony

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

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#0C6423 · #0C4D64

Split-Complementary

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

Triangular (120°)#20640C · #0C2064

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#4D640C · #0C6450 · #230C64

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 Pomegranate

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 79% and lightness of 22%, Pomegranate (#660C21) 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

Radiates high energy, urgency, passionate emotion, and dramatic visual power. Commands immediate human attention.

Optimal Industry Verticals

E-Commerce Flash Sales, Fitness Apparel, Gaming HUDs, Food & Beverage. Combining Pomegranate with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Pomegranate

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-660c21: #660C21;
  --color-660c21-rgb: 102, 12, 33;
  --color-660c21-hsl: 346deg 79% 22%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        '660c21': '#660C21',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pomegranate (#660C21)

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

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Pomegranate (#660C21)?

Pomegranate is defined by the HEX code #660C21. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:102, G:12, B:33. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:346°, Saturation:79%, Lightness:22%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 346°, 88%, 40%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:88%, Y:68%, K:60%.

Does Pomegranate (#660C21) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Pomegranate achieves a contrast ratio of 12.81:1 (Passing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 1.39:1 (Failing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Pomegranate (#660C21)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #660C21 is #0C6450. When placed side-by-side, #660C21 and #0C6450 create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

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

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

You can define Pomegranate in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #660C21; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Pomegranate using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Pomegranate (#660C21) belong to?

Pomegranate belongs to the Rose & Red family (Warm spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Rose & Red Color Guide.