#9DB900
- RGB
- 157, 185, 0
- Brightness
- 165.7
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 69°, 100%, 36%
- HSV V %
- 73%
- Lab
- 70.8, -28.9, 71.7
- CMYK (%)
- 15%, 0%, 100%, 27%
- PNG size
- 6.0 KB
- Tone / Feel
- dark, intense cool hue
Recommended text: Black (9.37:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #9DB900
Common Name: Greenish Yellow
RGB: (157, 185, 0)
HSL: (62, 100%, 36%)
Contrast vs White: 9.0 (AA Pass)
Contrast vs Black: 7.2 (AA Pass)
Mood Blurb: A vibrant and energetic shade of green with a bold yellow undertone. Often associated with freshness, new beginnings, and natural vitality. This color can feel uplifting and rejuvenating, especially in design spaces that want to evoke a sense of health or environmental consciousness.
Close Named Matches:
- Australian Standard AS2700: Kikuyu - #9AAC35
- Behr Paint: Crisp Green - #AAC42F
- Benjamin Moore Paint: Dark Lime - #9AB10A
- Natural Color System: S 1075-G50Y - #9DB900
- Jotun Paint: Plastic Straw - #B5B73D
Why Designers Use It:
This color is favored for its vibrant and energizing qualities, making it popular in designs aiming for environmental consciousness or health-related themes. It pairs well with both natural materials and sleek modern designs. Often seen in interior design, product packaging for eco-friendly items, and branding for companies in the wellness, energy, and technology sectors. Its use in public spaces, especially in urban design and wayfinding systems, is a clear reflection of its connection to nature and vitality.
In the fashion industry, this shade has been used to evoke a sense of freshness and modernity. It is widely used for highlighting accents or features that need to stand out. The color's vibrant energy is both bold and accessible, making it a trend-forward choice for cutting-edge designers and those catering to younger, more eco-aware demographics.
The color's long association with new growth, healthy living, and environmental friendliness gives it a universal appeal. The combination of green and yellow gives it ties to both organic elements and energetic optimism, making it a popular choice for brands seeking to stand out in a competitive market.