Every shade of carbon black from the palest tint to the darkest tone, generated from the base color #1B1B1B. Click any shade to copy its hex code instantly. Use lighter tints for backgrounds and pastel designs, mid tones for branding, and dark shades for text, dark mode and dramatic looks.
Shade Reference Table
| Name | HEX | RGB |
|---|---|---|
| Palest Carbon Black | #F7F2F2 | rgb(247, 242, 242) |
| Pale Carbon Black | #EEE2E2 | rgb(238, 226, 226) |
| Lightest Carbon Black | #E6D6D6 | rgb(230, 214, 214) |
| Lighter Carbon Black | #DDC6C6 | rgb(221, 198, 198) |
| Light Carbon Black | #D3B6B6 | rgb(211, 182, 182) |
| Soft Carbon Black | #CBA9A9 | rgb(203, 169, 169) |
| Muted Carbon Black | #C29999 | rgb(194, 153, 153) |
| Fresh Carbon Black | #BA8C8C | rgb(186, 140, 140) |
| Bright Carbon Black | #B17C7C | rgb(177, 124, 124) |
| Vivid Carbon Black | #A76C6C | rgb(167, 108, 108) |
| True Carbon Black | #9F6060 | rgb(159, 96, 96) |
| Strong Carbon Black | #8F5656 | rgb(143, 86, 86) |
| Rich Carbon Black | #804D4D | rgb(128, 77, 77) |
| Deep Carbon Black | #734545 | rgb(115, 69, 69) |
| Bold Carbon Black | #633B3B | rgb(99, 59, 59) |
| Dark Carbon Black | #563434 | rgb(86, 52, 52) |
| Darker Carbon Black | #462A2A | rgb(70, 42, 42) |
| Darkest Carbon Black | #362121 | rgb(54, 33, 33) |
| Shadow Carbon Black | #291919 | rgb(41, 25, 25) |
| Midnight Carbon Black | #1A0F0F | rgb(26, 15, 15) |
FAQs
What is the hex code for carbon black?
The hex code for carbon black is #1B1B1B. In RGB it is rgb(27, 27, 27), and in CMYK it is 0%, 0%, 0%, 89%. You can copy these codes from the color code section above.
What does the color carbon black mean?
Carbon Black is associated with neutrality, balance, professionalism and timelessness. Its exact meaning shifts with culture and context — see the meaning and cultural sections on this page for details.
What colors go with carbon black?
Carbon Black pairs beautifully with black, white, gold, gray and its complementary color. Explore the carbon black color combinations and palettes on this page for ready-to-use schemes.
Where can I download carbon black backgrounds?
Right here — this site offers 53 free carbon black backgrounds in HD (1920×1080) across 53 styles including solid, gradient, glitter, watercolor, ombre, polka dot, starry, marble and mesh. All are free for personal and commercial use.