Pantone 183 C
Medium pink
- One of 213 colors in Pantone Pink Colors.
- Black text works best (10.48:1, passes WCAG AAA).
- No close RAL match (nearest ΔE 5.6).
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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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.
Complementary
#FC9BB3Base colorAnalogous
#FC9BB3Base colorTriadic
#FC9BB3Base colorClosest RAL and NCS colors
#EA899AΔE 5.6 · visibly different#D36E70ΔE 15.5 · visibly different#FF455BNCS (published crosswalk) · ΔE 19.2 · visibly different#FF9CB0NCS (nearest on screen) · ΔE 1.4 · 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 183 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 protanopia and deuteranopia. 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 183 C
183 C is a light pink, a step deeper than 182 C.
On screen it is close to 1765 C (ΔE 2.3) and 189 C (ΔE 2.5). The nearest RAL color, RAL 3015 Light Pink, differs a little (ΔE 5.6). Use dark text on it.
Use in code
:root {
--pantone-183-c: #FC9BB3;
}
.brand {
background-color: var(--pantone-183-c);
color: #000000;
}$pantone-183-c: #FC9BB3;// tailwind.config.js → theme.extend.colors
'pantone-183-c': '#FC9BB3',
<div class="bg-[#FC9BB3]">…</div>Frequently asked questions
What is the HEX code for Pantone 183 C?
The screen approximation used on this site is #FC9BB3, which is RGB 252, 155, 179.
What are the CMYK values for Pantone 183 C?
A process approximation is C 0, M 38, Y 29, K 1. Spot inks can look different from a four-color build, so proof important jobs.
What is the closest RAL color to Pantone 183 C?
No RAL Classic color is a close match. The nearest, RAL 3015 Light Pink, differs visibly (ΔE 5.6).
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 183 C?
Black text reads better, with a contrast ratio of 10.48:1 (passes WCAG AAA).
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