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#9EC562

Brightness
177.0
HSL (°,%,%)
84°, 46%, 58%
HSV V %
77%
Lab
74.9, -29.0, 45.1
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.

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