Gray400#9CA3AF
RGB(156, 163, 175) • HSL(218°, 11%, 65%) • CMYK(11%, 7%, 0%, 31%)
Color Values
About Gray400
Gray400 (#9CA3AF) is a medium, muted blue color. With RGB values of 156, 163, 175 and an HSL of 218°, 11%, 65%, it sits in the gray family of colors. This hue is commonly used in design contexts that call for a medium gray tone.
The HEX code #9CA3AF translates to red 156, green 163, blue 175 in RGB notation — a standard color model used in digital displays and web development. In HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) notation, this color is represented as 218°, 11%, 65%, making it easy to create systematic tints and shades by adjusting the lightness value.
For print design, Gray400 converts to a CMYK value of 11% Cyan, 7% Magenta, 0% Yellow, and 31% Key (Black). Always verify CMYK values with your printer, as on-screen colors may differ slightly from physical prints due to gamut differences between RGB and CMYK color spaces.
Using Gray400 in Design
- •Gray400 is versatile as both a primary brand color and a supporting UI element tone.
- •It pairs well with neutral whites, grays, and off-whites for a balanced and professional look.
- •Neutrals are the backbone of good design — use them to balance bold colors and ensure readability.
- •When using Gray400 in web design, always verify WCAG contrast ratios to ensure accessibility for all users.