Cadmium Yellow (#fff600) Color Meaning, Codes and Information

A complete guide to Cadmium Yellow (#fff600) covering color values, harmonies, shades, meaning, and practical uses across design, branding, and everyday visuals.

Cadmium Yellow (#fff600) Color Information

Cadmium Yellow (#fff600) RGB value is (255, 246, 0). The hex color red value is 255, green is 246, and blue is 0. Its HSL format shows a hue of 58°, saturation of 100%, and lightness of 50%, while the CMYK process values are 0%, 4%, 100%, and 0%.

Colors that pair well with Cadmium Yellow (#fff600) include Safety Orange (#FF7800), Lime Flash (#80FF00), and Azure Blue (#007FFF), as they maintain visual balance and harmony, whereas Cyan (#00FFFF), Famous (#FF00FF), and Blue (#0000FF) tend to conflict with this color due to strong contrast or opposing tonal characteristics.

Clear image showing Cadmium Yellow color swatch with hex value #FFF600 and RGB value (255,246,0)
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Cadmium Yellow (#fff600) Color Meaning

Cadmium Yellow (#FFF600) is a bright, saturated yellow with strong warmth. It symbolizes clarity, optimism, and energy, evoking sunlight and creative illumination. The color radiates positivity and visual impact while retaining sophistication. Historically, Cadmium Yellow (#FFF600) was prized by painters for its brilliance and stability. Renaissance and modern artists used it to depict light, highlights, and vitality in landscapes, portraits, and still life. Yellow has also represented enlightenment, wisdom, and alertness in numerous cultural contexts, including East Asian and European symbolism. Today, Cadmium Yellow (#FFF600) is widely applied in branding, signage, and creative media to attract attention and inspire optimism. Its bright warmth communicates energy, clarity, and positivity. The color balances vibrancy with visual accessibility, making it ideal for conveying innovation, joy, and intellectual illumination.

Color Conversion

Accurate conversions of Cadmium Yellow (#fff600) across RGB, Hex, CMYK, HSL, and Lab ensure consistent color fidelity across digital, print, and design applications.

HEX
#fff600
RGB
rgb(255, 246, 0)
HSL
hsl(58°, 100%, 50%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 4%, 100%, 0%)
HSV
hsv(58°, 100%, 100%)
XYZ
74.1958 87.1715 12.9153
Yxy
87.1715 0.4257 0.5002
Hunter Lab
93.3657 -7.5155 22.5664
CIE-Lab
94.8110 -17.2531 92.7857

RGB Values & CMYK Values

Detailed RGB and CMYK values of Cadmium Yellow (#fff600) displayed in a horizontal bar provide clear reference for digital and print color accuracy.

RGB Channels

Red255 / 255 (100%)
100%
Green246 / 255 (96%)
96%
Blue0 / 255 (0%)

CMYK Ink Density

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta4 / 100 (4%)
Yellow100 / 100 (100%)
100%
Key (Black)0 / 100 (0%)

Color Variations

A full range of Cadmium Yellow (#fff600) variations, including tints, shades, and tones, provides highlights, depth, and subtle desaturated options for UI design.

Color Harmonies

Harmonious color schemes for Cadmium Yellow (#fff600) created using the color wheel ensure visually balanced palettes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

Double Split Complementary

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker (WCAG)

Luminance contrast ratios for Cadmium Yellow (#fff600) against standard backgrounds ensure readable, accessible text following Contrast Checker and WCAG 2.1 AA/AAA standards.

#FFFFFF
#fff600

Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

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WCAG AAA

Normal Text

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WCAG AAA

UI Components

1.14:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

Simulated views of Cadmium Yellow (#fff600) for different color vision deficiencies help identify potential confusion using the Color Blindness Simulator.

Normal Vision

Cadmium Yellow (#fff600)

protanopia

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Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #fff600;

Text Color

color: #fff600;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #fff600;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #fff60040;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #fff600;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #fff600 0%, #979200 100%);

Seamless Patterns

High-resolution seamless patterns featuring Cadmium Yellow (#fff600) provide ready-to-use backgrounds, wallpapers, and print designs for any project.

Diagonal Stripes
Polka Dots
Chevron
Diamond Grid
Hexagon
Waves
Crosshatch
Zigzag
Brick Wall
Triangles
Circles Grid
Herringbone

Icons

A collection of popular icons in Cadmium Yellow (#fff600) offers ready-to-use visuals for interfaces, designs, and creative projects.

Real-World Applications

Real-world mockups of Cadmium Yellow (#fff600) showcase its versatility across fashion, interiors, branding, and product packaging.

Fashion
Colored T-Shirt
Fashion
Baseball Cap
Interior
Living Room
Exterior
Office Complex
BRAND
Brands
Aluminum Can
Vehicle
Glossy Sportscar
Brands
Shopping Bag
Interior
Matte Wall
Brands
Flagship Phone

Useful Color Tools

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Cadmium Yellow (#fff600) Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about Cadmium Yellow (#fff600) color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.