#9EC562
- RGB
- 158, 197, 98
- Brightness
- 177.0
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 84°, 46%, 58%
- HSV V %
- 77%
- Lab
- 74.9, -29.0, 45.1
- CMYK (%)
- 20%, 0%, 50%, 23%
- PNG size
- 6.4 KB
- Tone / Feel
- mid, vivid cool hue
Black text
10.62:1
AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text
1.98:1
Fail (normal) · Fail (large)
Recommended text: Black (10.62:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #9EC562
Common Name: Sharp Green
RGB: (158, 197, 98)
HSL: (80°, 34%, 57%)
Contrast vs White: 3.5 (AA Pass)
Contrast vs Black: 7.0 (AAA Pass)
Mood Blurb: This vibrant, natural shade of green evokes a sense of balance and renewal. Often seen as refreshing and harmonious, it’s both grounded and lively, lending itself to designs that feel grounded in nature. #9EC562 brings a bright, soft energy, making it ideal for organic, outdoor, or environmentally focused projects.
Close Named Matches:
- Matthews Paint - Sharp Green (#9EC562) ΔE=0.00
- Behr Paint - Bright Shamrock (#8CB958) ΔE=5.31
- Benjamin Moore - Springhill Green (#A6C768) ΔE=3.28
- Sikkens 4041 - Sikkens Green (#A5C961) ΔE=3.01
- PPG Pittsburgh Paints - Be Spontaneous (#A5CB66) ΔE=2.37
Why Designers Use It:
- Natural & Fresh Appeal: #9EC562 is frequently used in eco-friendly branding and designs, especially for companies focusing on sustainability, organic products, and wellness industries. It conveys both nature and vitality.
- Balanced Energy: This shade of green has a calming yet energetic vibe, making it perfect for industries like health & wellness, food packaging, and tech interfaces focused on sustainability.
- Trendy in Sustainable Design: It’s been making waves in design trends, particularly as the global market leans into nature-centric aesthetics. This color frequently appears in design for eco-conscious brands and products.
- Industrial Usage: It's common in paints and coatings used in automotive, furniture, and manufacturing industries where safety and visibility are key, without being overly bright or disruptive.
- Connection to Nature: Often associated with plants, trees, and fresh growth, this green evokes a sense of the outdoors. Its chemical-free look appeals to eco-friendly brands and green tech companies.