Is Tomato (#FF6347) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #FF6347 achieves a contrast ratio of 2.95:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 6.06:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Tomato?

The exact complementary color for #FF6347 is #47E3FF. For analogous pairings, use #FF4788 and #FFBF47. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Tomato

Tomato (#FF6347)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Tomato (#FF6347)?

Tomato has the HEX code #FF6347. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 255, 99, 71. In HSL, it is 9°, 100%, 64%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:0% M:61% Y:72% K:0%.

Luminance: 31% · Nearest standard name: Tomato

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TOMATO

#FF6347

rgb(255, 99, 71) · hsl(9°, 100%, 64%)

HEX#FF6347

RGB255, 99, 71

HSL9°, 100%, 64%

HSV / HSB9°, 72%, 100%

CMYK (Print)0%, 61%, 72%, 0%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#FF6347#47E3FF

Analogous

#FF4788#FF6347#FFBF47

Triadic

#FF6347#47FF63#6347FF

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)2.95:1

Sample text rendered with #FF6347 on white

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

Against Dark (#0F172A)6.06:1

Sample text rendered with #FF6347 on dark

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Tomato (#FF6347)

Tomato (#FF6347) is a distinct shade within the Rose & Red chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 31% 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#FF6347

RGB Space255, 99, 71

HSL Values9°, 100%, 64%

HSV / HSB9°, 72%, 100%

CMYK Ink0%, 61%, 72%, 0%

TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Tomato

Geometric intervals calculated from #FF6347 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#47E3FF

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Tomato with its polar opposite (#47E3FF) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#FF4788 · #FFBF47

Analogous Harmony

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

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#47FFBF · #4788FF

Split-Complementary

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

Triangular (120°)#47FF63 · #6347FF

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#88FF47 · #47E3FF · #BF47FF

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 Tomato

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 100% and lightness of 64%, Tomato (#FF6347) 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

Tonal Expansion ScaleView 10-step design token ramp →

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 Tomato with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Tomato

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-ff6347: #FF6347;
  --color-ff6347-rgb: 255, 99, 71;
  --color-ff6347-hsl: 9deg 100% 64%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        'ff6347': '#FF6347',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tomato (#FF6347)

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

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Tomato (#FF6347)?

Tomato is defined by the HEX code #FF6347. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:255, G:99, B:71. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:9°, Saturation:100%, Lightness:64%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 9°, 72%, 100%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:61%, Y:72%, K:0%.

Does Tomato (#FF6347) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Tomato achieves a contrast ratio of 2.95:1 (Failing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Failing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 6.06:1 (Passing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Tomato (#FF6347)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #FF6347 is #47E3FF. When placed side-by-side, #FF6347 and #47E3FF create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

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

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

You can define Tomato in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #FF6347; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Tomato using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Tomato (#FF6347) belong to?

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