Pantone 123 C
Bright yellow
- One of 162 colors in Pantone Yellow Colors.
- Black text works best (13.46:1, passes WCAG AAA).
- No close RAL match (nearest ΔE 5.2).
Color values
HEX, RGB and CMYK are screen and process approximations, not official Pantone values. Tap a value to copy it.
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Similar Pantone colors
Ranked by color difference (ΔE 2000). Below 2 most people cannot tell them apart.
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#FFC72CThis colorTints and shades
Mixed toward white and black in 20% steps, each matched to the nearest Pantone color.
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Color schemes
Hue rotations in OKLCH at the same lightness and chroma, matched to the nearest Pantone color.
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#FFC72CBase colorAnalogous
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#FFC72CBase colorClosest RAL and NCS colors
#F5D033ΔE 5.2 · visibly different#E5BE01ΔE 5.4 · visibly different#FEB71FNCS (published crosswalk) · ΔE 5.2 · visibly different#FFCA20NCS (nearest on screen) · ΔE 1.5 · very closeThe crosswalk code is the commonly published NCS equivalent; its on-screen swatch is only an approximation, so compare physical samples.
No RAL Classic color is a close match for Pantone 123 C. The nearest option differs visibly, so ask your supplier for a custom mix if you need it in RAL-based paint or powder coating.
Compare more options in the Pantone to RAL and Pantone to NCS converters.
How it looks with color blindness
The color shifts noticeably for tritanopia. Do not rely on this color alone to signal status or meaning; add a label or icon. Simulation uses the Machado et al. (2009) model.
About Pantone 123 C
123 C is a warm golden yellow with a hint of orange, close to 7548 C (ΔE 1.6) and 1225 C (ΔE 2.0) on screen.
It is lighter and more orange than 116 C. The nearest RAL color, RAL 1017 Saffron Yellow, differs slightly (ΔE 5.2).
Use in code
:root {
--pantone-123-c: #FFC72C;
}
.brand {
background-color: var(--pantone-123-c);
color: #000000;
}$pantone-123-c: #FFC72C;// tailwind.config.js → theme.extend.colors
'pantone-123-c': '#FFC72C',
<div class="bg-[#FFC72C]">…</div>Frequently asked questions
What is the HEX code for Pantone 123 C?
The screen approximation used on this site is #FFC72C, which is RGB 255, 199, 44.
What are the CMYK values for Pantone 123 C?
A process approximation is C 0, M 22, Y 83, K 0. Spot inks can look different from a four-color build, so proof important jobs.
What is the closest RAL color to Pantone 123 C?
No RAL Classic color is a close match. The nearest, RAL 1017 Saffron Yellow, differs visibly (ΔE 5.2).
What does the “C” in the name mean?
“C” stands for coated: the reference shows how the ink looks on coated (glossy) paper. The same ink usually looks darker and duller on uncoated paper.
Should I use white or black text on Pantone 123 C?
Black text reads better, with a contrast ratio of 13.46:1 (passes WCAG AAA).
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