#CC0000 Color — #CC0000
Complete color reference for #CC0000: conversions to RGB, HSL, HSV, CMYK, color harmonies, shades & tints scale, and WCAG accessibility contrast ratios.
Color Format Conversions
#CC0000rgb(204, 0, 0)hsl(0, 100%, 40%)hsv(0, 100%, 80%)C:0% M:100% Y:100% K:20%#CC0000133693440.1284WCAG Accessibility Contrast
WCAG AA requires ≥4.5:1 (normal text) or ≥3:1 (large text). WCAG AAA requires ≥7:1.
Shades & Tints Scale
Steps 50–400 are tints (mixed with white); 500 is the base color; 600–900 are shades (mixed with black).
Color Harmonies
Complementary
Split Complementary
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the RGB equivalent of #CC0000?
The RGB equivalent is rgb(204, 0, 0). The red channel is 204, green is 0, and blue is 0 (scale 0–255).
What is the HSL value of #CC0000?
The HSL value is hsl(0, 100%, 40%). Hue is 0°, saturation is 100%, and lightness is 40%.
Does #CC0000 meet WCAG accessibility standards?
On a white background, #CC0000 achieves a 5.89:1 contrast ratio (AA). On a black background it achieves 3.57:1 (AA Large). WCAG AA requires ≥4.5:1 for normal text.
What is the complementary color of #CC0000?
The complementary color (180° opposite on the hue wheel) of #CC0000 is #00CCCC.