NCS S 0530-G40Y Chartreuse

#A0D860

NCS color

NCS S 0530-G40Y (#A0D860) is a bright NCS chartreuse, a green with 40% yellow shift at good chromaticness — landing in that sharp, electric yellow-green territory. Chartreuse in the NCS system reflects the same high-visibility character seen in safety vests and neon signage. It's used in sports branding, energy drinks, and any context demanding maximum visual energy.

Color Values

HEX

#A0D860

RGB

160, 216, 96

HSL

88.0, 60.6%, 61.2%

HSV

88.0, 55.6%, 84.7%

CMYK

25.9%, 0.0%, 55.6%, 15.3%

OKLCH

0.8184 0.1618 130.2

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: #A0D860;
color: #A0D860;
border-color: #A0D860;
Nearest Tailwind: Lime 300 #BEF264

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.68:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

12.49:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #A0D860?

RGB(160, 216, 96) · HSL(88.0, 60.6%, 61.2%) · CMYK(25.9%, 0.0%, 55.6%, 15.3%)

Does #A0D860 meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.68:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #A0D860?

Use 000000 text on a #A0D860 background; contrast on black is 12.49:1.