Pantone 142 C
Light yellow
- One of 162 colors in Pantone Yellow Colors.
- Black text works best (12.20:1, passes WCAG AAA).
- No close RAL match (nearest ΔE 6.0).
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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Ranked by color difference (ΔE 2000). Below 2 most people cannot tell them apart.
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Tints 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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#F1BE48Base colorAnalogous
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#F1BE48Base colorClosest RAL and NCS colors
#E5BE01ΔE 6.0 · visibly different#D6AE01ΔE 6.7 · visibly different#F1C056NCS (published crosswalk) · ΔE 1.5 · very closeNo RAL Classic color is a close match for Pantone 142 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 142 C
142 C is a warm golden yellow, a step deeper than 141 C.
On screen it is very close to 2006 C (ΔE 1.4). The nearest RAL color, RAL 1003 Signal Yellow, differs a little (ΔE 6.0). Use dark text on it.
Use in code
:root {
--pantone-142-c: #F1BE48;
}
.brand {
background-color: var(--pantone-142-c);
color: #000000;
}$pantone-142-c: #F1BE48;// tailwind.config.js → theme.extend.colors
'pantone-142-c': '#F1BE48',
<div class="bg-[#F1BE48]">…</div>Frequently asked questions
What is the HEX code for Pantone 142 C?
The screen approximation used on this site is #F1BE48, which is RGB 241, 190, 72.
What are the CMYK values for Pantone 142 C?
A process approximation is C 0, M 21, Y 70, K 5. Spot inks can look different from a four-color build, so proof important jobs.
What is the closest RAL color to Pantone 142 C?
No RAL Classic color is a close match. The nearest, RAL 1003 Signal Yellow, differs visibly (ΔE 6.0).
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 142 C?
Black text reads better, with a contrast ratio of 12.20:1 (passes WCAG AAA).
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