RAL 3031 Orient Red

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B32428?

RGB(179, 36, 40), HSL(358.3, 66.5%, 42.2%), CMYK(0.0%, 79.9%, 77.7%, 29.8%).

Q: Does #B32428 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.56:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA fail for normal text.

#B32428

RAL color

RAL 3031 Orient Red (#B32428) is a deep, warm red from the RAL Classic system evoking the rich lacquerware reds of East Asian decorative traditions. This dark, slightly brownish red has associations with Chinese lacquer, Japanese vermilion, and traditional Asian decorative arts, used in fusion restaurant design and Asian-influenced product packaging.

Color Values

HEX

#B32428

RGB

179, 36, 40

HSL

358.3, 66.5%, 42.2%

HSV

358.3, 79.9%, 70.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 79.9%, 77.7%, 29.8%

OKLCH

0.5008 0.1786 25.4

Properties

Warm Dark Nearest: RAL 3031 Orient Red

Color Psychology

Pure red is the color of adrenaline, passion, and urgency. It raises heart rate and stimulates appetite, which is why fast-food chains and sale banners rely on it worldwide. Culturally, red signifies luck and prosperity in East Asia while representing danger and prohibition in Western road signage.

Design Usage

Medium red is ideal for call-to-action buttons, sale badges, and notification dots where instant attention is needed. It should be used sparingly as an accent rather than a dominant background to avoid visual fatigue. Red pairs effectively with white text for maximum legibility in buttons and banners.