Hex to Pantone Converter
Convert HEX color codes to Pantone matches instantly. Accurate color matching tool for designers, print projects, and brand consistency.
How to Convert Hex to Pantone?
Converting HEX to Pantone involves finding the closest Pantone color match to your hexadecimal color code. Since Pantone colors are standardized physical colors, the conversion provides an approximation. Our tool analyzes the RGB values from your hex code and matches it to the nearest Pantone color in the database.
What is Hexadecimal Color (HEX)?
Definition
Hexadecimal color codes are a way of specifying colors using hexadecimal values. A hex color code starts with a hash symbol (#) followed by six characters representing the red, green, and blue (RGB) components of the color.
Format
The format is #RRGGBB, where RR (red), GG (green), and BB (blue) are hexadecimal values from 00 to FF (0-255 in decimal). For example, #FF0000 represents pure red, #00FF00 is green, and #0000FF is blue.
Common Uses
- Web design and CSS styling
- Digital graphics and image editing
- HTML color specifications
- UI/UX design tools
- Digital marketing materials
- Screen display colors
Advantages
Hex colors are compact, easy to share, and universally supported across digital platforms. They provide precise color definition for screen-based media.
What is Pantone?
Definition
Pantone is a standardized color matching system used in printing, manufacturing, and design. The Pantone Matching System (PMS) provides a universal language for color communication, ensuring consistent color reproduction across different materials and processes.
Color System
Pantone colors are identified by unique numbers or names (e.g., PANTONE 300 C). Each Pantone color has a specific formula for mixing inks, ensuring the same color appearance regardless of where it's printed.
Common Uses
- Professional printing and publishing
- Brand identity and logo design
- Product design and manufacturing
- Textile and fashion industry
- Packaging design
- Corporate branding guidelines
Importance
Pantone colors ensure brand consistency across different media. When a company specifies a Pantone color for their logo, it will look the same whether printed on paper, fabric, plastic, or any other material.
Hex to Pantone Conversion Examples
Below are common hex color codes and their closest Pantone matches:
- Hexadecimal (HEX)
- Pantone
- Color Sample
- #EF3340
- PANTONE RED 032 C
- #0091EA
- PANTONE 300 C
- #FEDD00
- PANTONE YELLOW C
- #00AD43
- PANTONE GREEN C
- #682C83
- PANTONE PURPLE C
- #2D2926
- PANTONE BLACK C
- #D8D8D6
- PANTONE COOL GRAY 1 C
- #8DC63F
- PANTONE 375 C
- #FF6F20
- PANTONE 1585 C
- #0075BF
- PANTONE 2925 C
