#3C9C37

#3C9C37

Overview

#3C9C37 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 60, 156, 55, in HSL 117.0°, 47.9%, 41.4%, and in CMYK 61.5%, 0.0%, 64.7%, 38.8%. The nearest named color is forestgreen.

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Color Values

HEX

#3C9C37

RGB

60, 156, 55

HSL

117.0, 47.9%, 41.4%

HSV

117.0, 64.7%, 61.2%

CMYK

61.5%, 0.0%, 64.7%, 38.8%

OKLCH

0.614 0.1655 142.5

Properties

Color Psychology

True green represents growth, harmony, and environmental consciousness. It is the color most directly associated with nature and sustainability, activating feelings of renewal and stability. Green sits at the center of the visible spectrum, making it psychologically balanced and universally positive.

Design Usage

Medium green is essential for sustainability brands, financial growth indicators, and agricultural products. It works as a primary brand color that communicates trust without the corporate coolness of blue. Ensure sufficient contrast with white text since many mid-greens fall below WCAG AA thresholds.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #3C9C37;
color: #3C9C37;
border-color: #3C9C37;
Nearest Tailwind: Green 600 #16A34A

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

3.5:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

6.0:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #3C9C37?

RGB(60, 156, 55) · HSL(117.0, 47.9%, 41.4%) · CMYK(61.5%, 0.0%, 64.7%, 38.8%)

Does #3C9C37 meet WCAG contrast on white?

3.5:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #3C9C37?

Use 000000 text on a #3C9C37 background; contrast on black is 6.0:1.