RAL 2011 Deep Orange (#EC7C26) — RGB(236,124,38), HSL, CMYK

RAL 2011 Deep Orange (#EC7C26) is a warm, medium-saturated orange from the RAL Classic system — rich and amber-tinged without reaching the extremes of fluorescent or very dark oranges. This warm autumn orange is used in seasonal advertising, harvest-themed product design, and European consumer goods requiring an approachable, friendly orange.

Color Values

HEX

#EC7C26

RGB

236, 124, 38

HSL

26.1, 83.9%, 53.7%

HSV

26.1, 83.9%, 92.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 47.5%, 83.9%, 7.5%

OKLCH

0.7009 0.1651 52.3

Properties

Warm Light Nearest: RAL 2011 Deep Orange

Color Psychology

True orange embodies enthusiasm, creativity, and adventure. It stimulates mental activity and social interaction, making it a favorite in creative industries. Orange is highly visible and conveys confidence without the aggression of red, bridging warmth and energy.

Design Usage

Medium orange excels in CTAs, pricing highlights, and gamification elements where excitement is desired. Tech companies and SaaS products use it to differentiate from the dominant blue of their competitors. It requires careful contrast checking since mid-range orange can fail WCAG on light backgrounds.