Jet Black
Also known as: Black Tortoise, Avocado Peel, Stiletto, Shiny Rubber
Jet Black brings a neutral and understated feel to any palette. This rich gray is a natural fit for minimal interfaces and architecture. Jet Black plays well with gray tones — the harmonies below show exactly which ones. Accessibility-wise, it clears AA for text on white at 12.50:1.
Jet Black color codes
- HEX
- #353337
- RGB
- rgb(53, 51, 55)
- RGBA
- rgba(53, 51, 55, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(270, 4%, 21%)
- HSV
- hsv(270, 7%, 22%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(4%, 7%, 0%, 78%)
- LAB
- lab(21.6 1.6 -2.2)
- OKLCH
- oklch(32.5% 0.007 308.2)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
neutral, leaning cool
subtle purple undertone in this near-neutral
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: black#000000 · ΔE 14.0
- RAL 9004 — Signal black#2E3032 · ΔE 3.5 · approximate
RAL values are widely published approximations of the physical standard. For Pantone-adjacent workflows, match by eye against a physical fan deck — Pantone's values are proprietary and device-dependent, so we don't print lookups.
Where Jet Black works
- Web & UI: Use it directly for text on light surfaces; it clears AA contrast without adjustment.
- Interiors: Use it where you want the eye to land — front door, built-ins, or one bold wall.
- Fashion: Works as a base layer or outerwear tone that lets brighter pieces do the talking.
- Branding: As a brand anchor it reads established and tactile; pair with a single vivid accent for energy.
- Web & UI: Use it decoratively — dividers, chart series, illustration accents — and let neutrals carry the type.
- Fashion: One garment in this color carries an outfit; two starts to compete.
Copy as — every ecosystem
Tints, shades, and tones of Jet Black
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Jet Black by rotating its hue in OKLCH space. Click any swatch to copy its hex code.
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Contrast & accessibility
Aa — on white
contrast 12.50:1
AA passAAA passAA large pass
Aa — on black
contrast 1.68:1
AA failAAA failAA large fail
Best text color on a Jet Black background: #ffffff
Palettes featuring Jet Black
Jet Black with its complement
Soft neighbors of Jet Black
Jet Black triad
Similar colors
- Ebony#313337 · ΔE 2.6
- Vulcan#36383C · ΔE 2.9
- Caviar#2B2C30 · ΔE 3.1
- Carbon#333333 · ΔE 3.3
- Dead Pixel#3B3A3A · ΔE 3.6
- Tuxedo#3F3C43 · ΔE 3.6
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Jet Black is closest to Oil.
Jet Black FAQs
What color is Jet Black?
Jet Black is a dark gray with the hex code #353337. In HSL terms it has a hue of 270°, 4% saturation, and 21% lightness.
What is the hex code for Jet Black?
The hex code for Jet Black is #353337. In RGB it's rgb(53, 51, 55), and in CMYK it's cmyk(4%, 7%, 0%, 78%).
What colors go well with Jet Black?
Jet Black pairs naturally with gray tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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