Color swatch image showing #EB4C40 with RGB(235,76,64) values

#EB4C40 Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #EB4C40 including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#EB4C40 Color Information

#EB4C40 RGB value is (235, 76, 64). The hex color red value is 235, green is 76, and blue is 64. Its HSL format shows a hue of 4°, saturation of 81 percent, and lightness of 59 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 68 percent, 73 percent, 8 percent.

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#EB4C40 Color Meaning

Color #EB4C40 blends warmth with edge, merging approachability and assertiveness in a single chromatic stroke. Color #EB4C40 is a coral-leaning red—brighter than salmon, deeper than rose—designed to feel human yet dynamic. Unlike cooler pinks, #EB4C40 carries orange undertones that evoke energy and sociability; unlike pure reds, #EB4C40 softens aggression with warmth. In consumer psychology, #EB4C40 hue increases perceived friendliness in service brands without sacrificing urgency. Fast-casual restaurants and telehealth platforms use color #EB4C40 to signal care that acts quickly. Functionally, color #EB4C40 performs well across media. #EB4C40 offers strong contrast against dark backgrounds and remains legible in small text with proper weighting. Digital accessibility tools confirm #EB4C40 passes AA standards for large text, making #EB4C40 viable for mobile CTAs. In packaging, #EB4C40 conveys freshness and approachability—common in beverages, snacks, and personal care. A/B testing shows higher engagement when color #EB4C40 replaces standard red in female-targeted campaigns, suggesting nuanced emotional resonance. Culturally, color #EB4C40 reflects modern empathy: caring that doesn’t wait to be asked. #EB4C40 appears in mental health apps and community initiatives as a symbol of active support. Spiritually, #EB4C40 aligns with the heart and sacral chakras in tandem—feeling and doing. Designers use color #EB4C40 when they want to signal warmth with willpower. #EB4C40’s not passive pink—#EB4C40’s pink with a plan.

Color Conversion

Convert #EB4C40 across different color models and formats. These conversions help designers work seamlessly between digital and print media, ensuring this color maintains its intended appearance across RGB screens, CMYK printers, and HSL color manipulations.

HEX
#EB4C40
RGB
rgb(235, 76, 64)
HSL
hsl(4°, 81%, 59%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 68%, 73%, 8%)
HSV
hsv(4°, 73%, 92%)
XYZ
37.7708 23.2012 7.3380
Yxy
23.2012 0.5529 0.3396
Hunter Lab
48.1676 7.0391 2.5448
CIE-Lab
55.2790 60.3633 41.5051

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red235 / 255 (92%)
92%
Green76 / 255 (30%)
30%
Blue64 / 255 (25%)
25%

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta68 / 100 (68%)
68%
Yellow73 / 100 (73%)
73%
Key (Black)8 / 100 (8%)

Color Variations

#EB4C40 harmonies come to life through carefully balanced shades, tints, and tones, giving this color depth and flexibility across light and dark variations. Shades add richness, tints bring an airy softness, and tones soften intensity, making it easy to pair in clean, modern palettes.

Color Harmonies

#EB4C40 harmonies create beautiful relationships with other colors based on their position on the color wheel. Each harmony type offers unique design possibilities, enabling cohesive and visually appealing color schemes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

Double Split

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker

(WCAG 2.1) Test #EB4C40 for accessibility compliance against white and black backgrounds. Proper contrast ensures this color remains readable and usable for all audiences, meeting WCAG 2.1 standards for both normal and large text applications.

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Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

3.72:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

3.72:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

3.72:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #EB4C40 appears to people with different types of color vision deficiencies. These simulations help create more inclusive designs that consider how this color is perceived across various visual abilities.

Normal Vision

#EB4C40

protanopia

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Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #EB4C40;

Text Color

color: #EB4C40;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #EB4C40;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #EB4C4040;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #EB4C40;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #EB4C40 0%, #9f1a11 100%);

#EB4C40 Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #EB4C40 color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.