HEX
#FF6347Primary tokenCSS Named Color Reference
Tomato Color Code
Tomato·#FF6347
Red FamilyWarmMid toneHigh saturationoklch(69.6% 0.196 32)
RGB
rgb(255, 99, 71)Screen valuesHSL
hsl(9 100% 64%)Hue and lightnessCMYK
0, 61, 72, 0Print handoffLAB
62, 58, 46Perceptual referenceOKLCH
oklch(69.6% 0.196 32)Modern perceptualTomato is a mid-tone, high-saturation CSS named color at #FF6347. If you searched for tomato hex code, FF6347, or tomato RGB, this page gives the exact color value, conversion formats, contrast checks, nearby colors, and links into the lookup and converter workflows.
Best text colorDark text
Body text contrast5.82:1
Best UseAlerts, destructive actions, high-energy CTAs, and urgent interface signals
Tonal Scale
100#FFE3DE
300#FFB7AA
500#FF7F68
600#FF6347
800#B84733
Contrast Checks
White text on this color
Buttons, badges, and filled actions.
2.95:1Needs more separation
Dark text on this color
Large headings and selective UI.
5.82:1Safe for body text
This color on light surface
Links, borders, and icons on light UI.
2.80:1Needs more separation
Best text colorDark textContrast 5.82:1
Professional Reference
OKLCHoklch(69.6% 0.196 32)
Relative Luminance0.3064
Source TypeCSS Named Color
Classification
Red FamilyWarmMid toneHigh saturation
Source Context
Source Type
CSS Named Color
System
CSS
Closest Matches
Material Deep Orange 400Material Deep Orange A200Flat UI Alizarin
Color Notes
- Tomato is kept as an exact CSS named color for #FF6347.
- Queries for tomato color code, FF6347, or tomato RGB usually need the value first, then contrast and implementation context.
Accessibility Matrix
White text on this color
White text placed on the current color.
2.95:1Needs more separation
Dark text on this color
Dark text or headings on the current color.
5.82:1AA
This color on light surface
Use this color for links, strokes, or icons on light UI.
2.80:1Needs more separation
This color on dark surface
Use this color inside dark shells for strokes, tags, or icons.
5.82:1AA
Best text colorDark textContrast 5.82:1 · AA
Where It Works
- Use it for alerts, errors, destructive actions, urgent badges, and high-energy accents.
- Keep red focused because broad red surfaces can feel heavy or stressful.
- Pair with white, warm neutrals, deep red shades, and restrained supporting colors.
Reference Notes
Last Updated
2026-09-03
Source Library
CSS Standard Colors
Methodology
Verified source values + site guidance
Color Notes
Tomato is sourced from the published CSS Standard Colors library and retained here as a searchable reference swatch for product and interface reference work.
Hue Family
High-energy warm reds for editorial and alerts.
Source Collections
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Palette Starting Points
Implementation Snippets
:root {
--color-tomato: #FF6347;
--color-tomato-rgb: 255 99 71;
}class="bg-[#FF6347] text-white"
class="hover:bg-[#B84733] ring-1 ring-[#FF6347]"{
"tomato": "#FF6347",
"tomatoRgb": [255, 99, 71],
"tomatoHsl": [9, 100, 64]
}