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Charcoal

#20403A

A deep, muted charcoal — sophisticated balance of hue and saturation that conveys composure and subtle refinement, well-suited to modern, minimalist design.

Psychology

Gray is the connective tissue of interface design — neutral, balanced, and quiet. It supports without competing.

Meaning

Sophistication, neutrality, and restraint. Warm grays feel inviting; cool grays feel modern and technical.

Applications

Essential for backgrounds, borders, dividers, and secondary text in product UIs. Build a 9–11 step gray ramp early in any design system.

Conversion

HEX
20403A
RGB
32, 64, 58
HSL
169, 33%, 19%
HSB
169, 50%, 25%
CMYK
50, 0, 9, 75
LAB
24, -14, 0
LCH
24, 14, 181
OKLCH
0.34, 0.04, 180
XYZ
3, 4, 5
LUV
24, -13, 2
HWB
169, 13%, 75%
Pantone
5467 C

Harmonies

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