Is Amber 500 (#F59E0B) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #F59E0B achieves a contrast ratio of 2.15:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 8.31:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Amber 500?

The exact complementary color for #F59E0B is #0A60F5. For analogous pairings, use #F5290A and #D6F50A. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Amber 500

Amber 500 (#F59E0B)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Amber 500 (#F59E0B)?

Amber 500 has the HEX code #F59E0B. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 245, 158, 11. In HSL, it is 38°, 92%, 50%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:0% M:36% Y:96% K:4%.

Luminance: 44% · Nearest standard name: Amber 500

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AMBER 500

#F59E0B

rgb(245, 158, 11) · hsl(38°, 92%, 50%)

HEX#F59E0B

RGB245, 158, 11

HSL38°, 92%, 50%

HSV / HSB38°, 96%, 96%

CMYK (Print)0%, 36%, 96%, 4%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#F59E0B#0A60F5

Analogous

#F5290A#F59E0B#D6F50A

Triadic

#F59E0B#0AF59F#9F0AF5

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)2.15:1

Sample text rendered with #F59E0B on white

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

Against Dark (#0F172A)8.31:1

Sample text rendered with #F59E0B on dark

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Amber 500 (#F59E0B)

Amber 500 (#F59E0B) is a distinct shade within the Coral & Orange chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 44% 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#F59E0B

RGB Space245, 158, 11

HSL Values38°, 92%, 50%

HSV / HSB38°, 96%, 96%

CMYK Ink0%, 36%, 96%, 4%

TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Amber 500

Geometric intervals calculated from #F59E0B on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#0A60F5

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Amber 500 with its polar opposite (#0A60F5) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#F5290A · #D6F50A

Analogous Harmony

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

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#0AD6F5 · #290AF5

Split-Complementary

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

Triangular (120°)#0AF59F · #9F0AF5

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#0AF529 · #0A60F5 · #F50AD6

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 Amber 500

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 92% and lightness of 50%, Amber 500 (#F59E0B) 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 Amber 500 with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Amber 500

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-f59e0b: #F59E0B;
  --color-f59e0b-rgb: 245, 158, 11;
  --color-f59e0b-hsl: 38deg 92% 50%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        'f59e0b': '#F59E0B',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Amber 500 (#F59E0B)

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

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Amber 500 (#F59E0B)?

Amber 500 is defined by the HEX code #F59E0B. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:245, G:158, B:11. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:38°, Saturation:92%, Lightness:50%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 38°, 96%, 96%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:36%, Y:96%, K:4%.

Does Amber 500 (#F59E0B) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Amber 500 achieves a contrast ratio of 2.15:1 (Failing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Failing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 8.31:1 (Passing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Amber 500 (#F59E0B)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #F59E0B is #0A60F5. When placed side-by-side, #F59E0B and #0A60F5 create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

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

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

You can define Amber 500 in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #F59E0B; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Amber 500 using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Amber 500 (#F59E0B) belong to?

Amber 500 belongs to the Coral & Orange family (Warm spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Coral & Orange Color Guide.