Is Burnt Umber (#8A3324) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #8A3324 achieves a contrast ratio of 8.14:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 2.19:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Burnt Umber?

The exact complementary color for #8A3324 is #247B8A. For analogous pairings, use #8A2447 and #8A6624. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Burnt Umber

Burnt Umber (#8A3324)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Burnt Umber (#8A3324)?

Burnt Umber has the HEX code #8A3324. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 138, 51, 36. In HSL, it is 9°, 59%, 34%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:0% M:63% Y:74% K:46%.

Luminance: 8% · Nearest standard name: Burnt Umber

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BURNT UMBER

#8A3324

rgb(138, 51, 36) · hsl(9°, 59%, 34%)

HEX#8A3324

RGB138, 51, 36

HSL9°, 59%, 34%

HSV / HSB9°, 74%, 54%

CMYK (Print)0%, 63%, 74%, 46%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#8A3324#247B8A

Analogous

#8A2447#8A3324#8A6624

Triadic

#8A3324#248A33#33248A

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)8.14:1

Sample text rendered with #8A3324 on white

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

Against Dark (#0F172A)2.19:1

Sample text rendered with #8A3324 on dark

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Burnt Umber (#8A3324)

Burnt Umber (#8A3324) is a distinct shade within the Rose & Red chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 8% 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#8A3324

RGB Space138, 51, 36

HSL Values9°, 59%, 34%

HSV / HSB9°, 74%, 54%

CMYK Ink0%, 63%, 74%, 46%

TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Burnt Umber

Geometric intervals calculated from #8A3324 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#247B8A

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Burnt Umber with its polar opposite (#247B8A) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#8A2447 · #8A6624

Analogous Harmony

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

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#248A66 · #24478A

Split-Complementary

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

Triangular (120°)#248A33 · #33248A

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#478A24 · #247B8A · #66248A

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 Burnt Umber

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 59% and lightness of 34%, Burnt Umber (#8A3324) 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

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 Burnt Umber with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Burnt Umber

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-8a3324: #8A3324;
  --color-8a3324-rgb: 138, 51, 36;
  --color-8a3324-hsl: 9deg 59% 34%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        '8a3324': '#8A3324',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Burnt Umber (#8A3324)

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

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Burnt Umber (#8A3324)?

Burnt Umber is defined by the HEX code #8A3324. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:138, G:51, B:36. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:9°, Saturation:59%, Lightness:34%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 9°, 74%, 54%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:63%, Y:74%, K:46%.

Does Burnt Umber (#8A3324) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Burnt Umber achieves a contrast ratio of 8.14:1 (Passing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 2.19:1 (Failing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Burnt Umber (#8A3324)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #8A3324 is #247B8A. When placed side-by-side, #8A3324 and #247B8A create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

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

How can I copy and export Burnt Umber into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?

You can define Burnt Umber in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #8A3324; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Burnt Umber using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Burnt Umber (#8A3324) belong to?

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