#005728
- RGB
- 0, 87, 40
- Brightness
- 68.0
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 148°, 100%, 17%
- HSV V %
- 34%
- Lab
- 31.7, -34.9, 20.9
- CMYK (%)
- 100%, 0%, 54%, 66%
- PNG size
- 6.4 KB
- Tone / Feel
- very dark, intense cool hue
Black text
2.39:1
Fail (normal) · Fail (large)
White text
8.77:1
AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
Recommended text: White (8.77:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #005728
Common Name: Munsell Green 2.5G 3/8
RGB: 0, 87, 40
HSL: ~147°, ~100%, ~17%
Contrast vs White: 7.3:1 – AA pass
Contrast vs Black: 14.6:1 – AAA pass
Impression:
Deep, forested and grounded — #005728 is an intense botanical green with commanding presence. Its low lightness and high saturation give it an earthy yet focused mood, often evoking lush vegetation, natural discipline, and aged tradition. This isn’t a color that whispers; it speaks with educated calm.
Close Matches (ΔE ≤ 8):
- Exact Match: Munsell 2.5G 3/8 — #005728
- Pantone P 141-16 C — #00582A (ΔE=0.76) — Extremely close Pantone CMYK match
- AS2700 MINT GREEN — #0E673D (ΔE=7.52) — Well-known Australian spec color
- Pantone FHI Abundant Green — #006339 (ΔE=6.19)
- Sikkens L0.50.30 — #186838 (ΔE=6.82)
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Why Designers Use It:
Designers are drawn to #005728 for its maturity, gravitas, and natural authenticity. It’s a color used heavily in institutional design — think academic buildings, botanical branding, forestry commissions — where tradition and rooted trust are key. It has found homes in uniform design, especially in military or safety-adjacent palettes, thanks to its excellent contrast and camouflaging abilities. The pigment echoes tones found in chlorophyll-rich vegetation and mineral-based dyes — which explains its enduring presence in heritage paints like Munsell and British Standards. Although not a trend darling, its usage in interior woodwork, matte coatings, textiles, and architectural trims persists where earthy elegance is desired. Brands aiming for a legacy feel often turn to this shade to convey timeless professionalism with a grounded soul.