RAL 3009 Oxide Red
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#642424
RAL color
RAL 3009 Oxide Red (#642424) is a deep, earthy brownish-red from the RAL Classic system named after iron oxide pigment — one of the oldest and most durable pigments used in architecture and industrial coatings. This rust-adjacent tone is applied to structural steel, bridges, and masonry as a primer-coat reference color or final finish in utilitarian contexts.
Color Values
#642424
100, 36, 36
0.0, 47.1%, 26.7%
0.0, 64.0%, 39.2%
0.0%, 64.0%, 64.0%, 60.8%
0.3559 0.093 23.0
Properties
Color Psychology
Dark reds like maroon and burgundy convey sophistication, maturity, and deep emotion. These tones are linked to fine wine, aged leather, and established authority. They carry the intensity of red but channel it into a more restrained, refined expression of power.
Design Usage
Dark reds suit luxury brands, law firms, and premium product packaging. In web design, they create rich hero sections and elegant navigation bars without the visual aggressiveness of brighter reds. They work well with gold accents, cream text, and dark backgrounds for a classic aesthetic.
Color Harmonies
Color Blindness Simulation
CSS Usage
Tailwind Shades
Contrast Checker
Text on white
11.54:1
Text on black
1.82:1
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #642424?
RGB(100, 36, 36) · HSL(0.0, 47.1%, 26.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 64.0%, 64.0%, 60.8%)
Does #642424 meet WCAG contrast on white?
11.54:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.
What text color is readable on #642424?
Use FFFFFF text on a #642424 background; contrast on black is 1.82:1.