RAL 8004 Copper Brown

#8E402A

RAL color

Copper Brown (#8E402A) is a rich, red-orange brown from the RAL Classic system, reflecting the warm oxidised tones of aged copper metal and copper-rich earth minerals. Used in architectural metalwork, decorative coatings, and industrial pipe systems to suggest copper without the cost or maintenance, it captures the warmth of the metal in a durable powder coat. Culturally, copper tones evoke warmth, craftsmanship, and technological innovation.

Color Values

HEX

#8E402A

RGB

142, 64, 42

HSL

13.2, 54.3%, 36.1%

HSV

13.2, 70.4%, 55.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 54.9%, 70.4%, 44.3%

OKLCH

0.4695 0.1118 36.6

Properties

Color Psychology

True brown is the color of earth, wood, and leather, symbolizing reliability, endurance, and honest craftsmanship. It is psychologically grounding and creates a sense of security and material substance. Brown conveys authenticity and is often used by brands that emphasize traditional values and natural materials.

Design Usage

Medium brown is effective for coffee brands, furniture companies, and outdoor lifestyle products. It works as a warm neutral in navigation elements, card borders, and section dividers. Brown provides an organic alternative to gray-based design systems, particularly for brands wanting to convey handmade quality.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #8E402A;
color: #8E402A;
border-color: #8E402A;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 900 #7C2D12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.2:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.92:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8E402A?

RGB(142, 64, 42) · HSL(13.2, 54.3%, 36.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 54.9%, 70.4%, 44.3%)

Does #8E402A meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.2:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #8E402A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #8E402A background; contrast on black is 2.92:1.