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Teal Color Code: HEX Code & RGB Code Values

Looking for specific teal color code? Get exact teal hex code #008080 and teal RGB code rgb(0,128,128). Complete color information for design and development projects featuring this sophisticated, balanced color.

Visual example of teal color with its sophisticated, balanced appearance
HEX#008080
RGBrgb(0,128,128)

Shades of Teal

Create custom shades of teal with our color generator. Adjust hues, tints, and tones to find the perfect shade of teal for your project.

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Shades (Adding Black)

  • 3B82F6
    rgb(59, 130, 246)
  • 376BC8
    rgb(55, 107, 200)
  • 31559D
    rgb(49, 85, 157)
  • 294073
    rgb(41, 64, 115)
  • 202C4C
    rgb(32, 44, 76)
  • 151928
    rgb(21, 25, 40)
  • 000000
    rgb(0, 0, 0)

Tints (Adding White)

  • 3B82F6
    rgb(59, 130, 246)
  • 6D95F8
    rgb(109, 149, 248)
  • 91A9FA
    rgb(145, 169, 250)
  • AFBEFC
    rgb(175, 190, 252)
  • CBD3FD
    rgb(203, 211, 253)
  • E5E9FE
    rgb(229, 233, 254)
  • FFFFFF
    rgb(255, 255, 255)

Tones (Adding Gray)

  • 3B82F6
    rgb(59, 130, 246)
  • 5082E9
    rgb(80, 130, 233)
  • 6182D7
    rgb(97, 130, 215)
  • 6F83C4
    rgb(111, 131, 196)
  • 7983B0
    rgb(121, 131, 176)
  • 80849B
    rgb(128, 132, 155)
  • 808080
    rgb(128, 128, 128)

Teal Palette

Explore curated and automatically generated color palettes featuring teal. See how it harmonizes with other colors for UI themes, graphics, and branding materials.

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Sequential

Single hue gradient for data visualization

7 colors
Lightest
#DAF1FF
Light
#ACD2F3
Medium Light
#7AB5E7
Medium
#3498DB
Medium Dark
#2B6F9F
Dark
#214967
Darkest
#142634

Diverging

Dual hue gradient with a neutral midpoint

9 colors
Base End
#3498DB
Left Dark
#76AEE2
Left Medium
#A4C5E9
Left Light
#CEDDEF
Neutral
#F5F5F5
Right Light
#F5D5C3
Right Medium
#F1B593
Right Dark
#E89664
Complementary End
#DB7734

Monochromatic

Same hue, different brightness/saturation

5 colors
Lightest
#FFFFFF
Light
#A9CAED
Medium
#3498DB
Dark
#004D89
Darkest
#000000

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

5 colors
Left Adjacent 2
#34DB77
Left Adjacent 1
#34DBCB
Main
#3498DB
Right Adjacent 1
#3445DB
Right Adjacent 2
#7734DB

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

2 colors
Main
#3498DB
Complementary
#DB7734

Triadic

Evenly spaced around the color wheel (120° apart)

3 colors
Main
#3498DB
Secondary
#DB3498
Tertiary
#98DB34

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

4 colors
Main
#3498DB
Right 90°
#CB34DB
Complementary
#DB7734
Left 90°
#45DB34

Tetradic

Two pairs of complementary colors

4 colors
Main
#3498DB
Secondary
#7734DB
Complementary
#DB7734
Complementary Secondary
#98DB34

Split Complementary

Complementary colors ±30°

3 colors
Main
#3498DB
Split Left
#DB3444
Split Right
#DBCB34

Cyclic

Circular gradient for periodic data

8 colors
#3498DB
45°
#4D34DB
90°
#CB34DB
135°
#DB346E
180°
#DB7734
225°
#C2DB34
270°
#45DB34
315°
#34DBA1

Pastel

Soft, desaturated colors for modern UI

6 colors
Light Pastel
#A2B6C3
Pastel 1
#AFBFCB
Pastel 2
#BBC9D3
Pastel 3
#C7D3DB
Pastel 4
#D4DDE3
Deep Pastel
#E0E7EB

Common Blue Color Codes (HEX & RGB)

HEX:#0000FF
RGB:rgb(0, 0, 255)
HEX:#000080
RGB:rgb(0, 0, 128)
HEX:#00008B
RGB:rgb(0, 0, 139)
HEX:#ADD8E6
RGB:rgb(173, 216, 230)
HEX:#4169E1
RGB:rgb(65, 105, 225)
HEX:#87CEEB
RGB:rgb(135, 206, 235)
HEX:#89CFF0
RGB:rgb(137, 207, 240)
HEX:#7DF9FF
RGB:rgb(125, 249, 255)
HEX:#4B0082
RGB:rgb(75, 0, 130)
HEX:#40E0D0
RGB:rgb(64, 224, 208)
HEX:#00FFFF
RGB:rgb(0, 255, 255)

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Teal Color Code Converter

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All Formats:

  • HEX:
    #ECB12E
  • RGB:
    rgb(236, 177, 46)
  • CMYK:
    cmyk(0%, 25%, 81%, 7%)
  • HSV:
    hsv(41°, 81%, 93%)
  • HSL:
    hsl(41°, 83%, 55%)

What is Teal?

Teal is a balanced blend of blue and green, named after the common teal duck whose feathers feature this distinctive color. The word "teal" entered the English language in the early 19th century, derived from the Old English word teala. Before that, the color was known as "turquoise" or simply "blue-green." Today, teal is celebrated for its unique balance of calm and vibrancy.

The hex code for teal is #008080, with RGB values of rgb(0, 128, 128). The color features equal parts blue and green with zero red, creating its characteristic balanced appearance. Its CMYK values emphasize cyan with minimal magenta and yellow, producing a rich, sophisticated color in print.

Teal vs Similar Colors

Teal occupies a unique space between blue and green:

ColorHEX CodeKey Difference
Teal#008080Balanced blue-green
Turquoise#40E0D0Brighter, more cyan
Cyan#00FFFFPure blue-green, electric
Sea Green#2E8B57More green-leaning

Teal is darker and more muted than turquoise, with equal parts blue and green. It's more balanced than sea green, which leans distinctly toward green.

Color Psychology and Meaning

Teal carries a unique psychological profile:

  • Balance and harmony: Teal's equal blend of blue and green creates a sense of equilibrium
  • Calm and renewal: Combines blue's serenity with green's freshness
  • Creativity and innovation: The unusual blend makes teal feel modern and forward-thinking
  • Healing and wellness: Used in spas and healthcare settings for its soothing properties

Using Teal in Design

Teal's versatility makes it popular across industries:

Web and UI Design: Teal works beautifully for wellness platforms, creative agencies, and tech startups. It creates refreshing interfaces, standout CTAs, and memorable brand identities. Pair with white or cream for clean, modern designs.

Graphic Design: Teal shines in wellness branding, environmental campaigns, and modern packaging. It pairs well with coral, mustard, and neutrals for contemporary designs.

Fashion and Interiors: A popular color for both casual and formal wear, teal flatters a wide range of skin tones. In interiors, it adds sophistication as an accent wall or statement furniture.

Color Harmony and Combinations

Teal pairs beautifully with:

  • Monochromatic: Various teal shades create depth and interest
  • Complementary: Coral or peach provides vibrant contrast
  • Analogous: Emerald green, turquoise, and navy create cohesive schemes
  • Neutral grounding: White, cream, taupe, and wood tones let teal stand out

For accessibility, teal (#008080) on white achieves approximately 6.5:1 contrast — excellent for text readability.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the teal hex code?

The teal hex code is #008080. This balanced blue-green is widely used in design.

What colors go well with teal?

Teal pairs beautifully with coral, peach, mustard yellow, navy, white, and cream.

Is teal the same as turquoise?

No. Teal (#008080) is darker and more muted than turquoise (#40E0D0), with equal parts blue and green.

What are the RGB values for teal?

The teal RGB code is rgb(0, 128, 128) — equal parts blue and green with zero red.

What is teal's CMYK value?

Teal CMYK is approximately C:100, M:0, Y:0, K:50, producing its characteristic balanced blue-green in print.