NCS S 1050-B90G Emerald

#20A868

NCS color

NCS S 1050-B90G (#20A868) is a vivid NCS emerald green with strong blue lean — a green with 90% push toward blue at high chromaticness. This deep, jewel-bright emerald is associated with St. Patrick's Day, Irish heritage, and luxury gemstone aesthetics. It's used in premium product packaging, luxury fashion, and environmental certification branding.

Color Values

HEX

#20A868

RGB

32, 168, 104

HSL

151.8, 68.0%, 39.2%

HSV

151.8, 81.0%, 65.9%

CMYK

81.0%, 0.0%, 38.1%, 34.1%

OKLCH

0.6472 0.1468 156.5

Properties

Color Psychology

True green represents growth, harmony, and environmental consciousness. It is the color most directly associated with nature and sustainability, activating feelings of renewal and stability. Green sits at the center of the visible spectrum, making it psychologically balanced and universally positive.

Design Usage

Medium green is essential for sustainability brands, financial growth indicators, and agricultural products. It works as a primary brand color that communicates trust without the corporate coolness of blue. Ensure sufficient contrast with white text since many mid-greens fall below WCAG AA thresholds.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #20A868;
color: #20A868;
border-color: #20A868;
Nearest Tailwind: Emerald 500 #10B981

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

3.06:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

6.86:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

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