RAL 9005 Jet Black

#0A0A0A

RAL color

Jet Black (#0A0A0A) is the deepest black in the RAL Classic system, approaching the near-total light absorption of jet (the black gemstone mineral), used where the maximum possible darkness is required. Applied to high-end automotive bodies, architectural metalwork, and premium consumer electronics, it conveys luxury, precision, and uncompromising quality. In design, jet black absorbs visual attention and creates maximum contrast with any adjacent colour.

Color Values

HEX

#0A0A0A

RGB

10, 10, 10

HSL

0.0, 0.0%, 3.9%

HSV

0.0, 0.0%, 3.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 0.0%, 0.0%, 96.1%

OKLCH

0.1448 0.0 89.9

Properties

Color Psychology

Pure and near-pure blacks represent absolute power, elegance, and bold sophistication. They evoke the infinite depth of space, mystery, and timeless authority. Black is the color of luxury fashion, formal occasions, and definitive statements.

Design Usage

The darkest blacks are used for true dark-mode OLED backgrounds and luxury branding. They create maximum contrast and dramatic visual impact when paired with bright colors. Use for premium interfaces, photography backgrounds, and high-contrast design systems.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #0A0A0A;
color: #0A0A0A;
border-color: #0A0A0A;
Nearest Tailwind: Neutral 950 #0A0A0A

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

19.8:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.06:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #0A0A0A?

RGB(10, 10, 10) · HSL(0.0, 0.0%, 3.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 0.0%, 0.0%, 96.1%)

Does #0A0A0A meet WCAG contrast on white?

19.8:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #0A0A0A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #0A0A0A background; contrast on black is 1.06:1.