Is Clay Brown (#9E6446) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #9E6446 achieves a contrast ratio of 4.81:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 3.71:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Clay Brown?

The exact complementary color for #9E6446 is #4682A0. For analogous pairings, use #A04655 and #A09146. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Clay Brown

Clay Brown (#9E6446)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Clay Brown (#9E6446)?

Clay Brown has the HEX code #9E6446. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 158, 100, 70. In HSL, it is 20°, 39%, 45%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:0% M:37% Y:56% K:38%.

Luminance: 17% · Nearest standard name: Clay Brown

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CLAY BROWN

#9E6446

rgb(158, 100, 70) · hsl(20°, 39%, 45%)

HEX#9E6446

RGB158, 100, 70

HSL20°, 39%, 45%

HSV / HSB20°, 56%, 62%

CMYK (Print)0%, 37%, 56%, 38%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#9E6446#4682A0

Analogous

#A04655#9E6446#A09146

Triadic

#9E6446#46A064#6446A0

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)4.81:1

Sample text rendered with #9E6446 on white

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

Against Dark (#0F172A)3.71:1

Sample text rendered with #9E6446 on dark

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Clay Brown (#9E6446)

Clay Brown (#9E6446) is a distinct shade within the Coral & Orange chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 17% 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#9E6446

RGB Space158, 100, 70

HSL Values20°, 39%, 45%

HSV / HSB20°, 56%, 62%

CMYK Ink0%, 37%, 56%, 38%

TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Clay Brown

Geometric intervals calculated from #9E6446 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#4682A0

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Clay Brown with its polar opposite (#4682A0) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#A04655 · #A09146

Analogous Harmony

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

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#46A091 · #4655A0

Split-Complementary

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

Triangular (120°)#46A064 · #6446A0

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#55A046 · #4682A0 · #9146A0

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 Clay Brown

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 39% and lightness of 45%, Clay Brown (#9E6446) 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

Embodies tactile warmth, artisan craftsmanship, grounded optimism, and hospitality. Creates an inviting, friendly atmosphere.

Optimal Industry Verticals

Hospitality Resorts, Artisan Food & Dining, Interior Decor, Education. Combining Clay Brown with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Clay Brown

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-9e6446: #9E6446;
  --color-9e6446-rgb: 158, 100, 70;
  --color-9e6446-hsl: 20deg 39% 45%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        '9e6446': '#9E6446',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Clay Brown (#9E6446)

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

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Clay Brown (#9E6446)?

Clay Brown is defined by the HEX code #9E6446. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:158, G:100, B:70. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:20°, Saturation:39%, Lightness:45%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 20°, 56%, 62%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:37%, Y:56%, K:38%.

Does Clay Brown (#9E6446) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Clay Brown achieves a contrast ratio of 4.81:1 (Passing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 3.71:1 (Failing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Clay Brown (#9E6446)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #9E6446 is #4682A0. When placed side-by-side, #9E6446 and #4682A0 create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

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

How can I copy and export Clay Brown into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?

You can define Clay Brown in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #9E6446; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Clay Brown using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Clay Brown (#9E6446) belong to?

Clay Brown belongs to the Coral & Orange family (Warm spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Coral & Orange Color Guide.