Pantone 172 C to RAL

Convert Pantone 172 C to its closest RAL equivalent. The best match is RAL 2004 (Pure orange) with ΔE 2.2.

Color Values

HEX	#FA4616
RGB	250, 70, 22
CMYK	0%, 72%, 91%, 2%
HSL	13°, 96%, 53%
LAB	56.8, 66.1, 63.0
LCH	56.8, 91.3, 43.6°

Contrast & Readability

On White	3.53:1 — AA Large
On Black	5.95:1 — AA

Top 5 RAL Matches for Pantone 172 C

RAL Code	Name	HEX	ΔE
RAL 2004	Pure orange	#F44611	2.2
RAL 2009	Traffic orange	#F54021	5.8
RAL 2008	Bright red orange	#F75E25	10.9
RAL 2005	Luminous orange	#FF2301	11.5
RAL 3024	Luminous red	#F80000	13.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

What RAL color is equivalent to Pantone 172 C?

The closest RAL equivalent to Pantone 172 C is RAL 2004 (Pure orange) with a Delta E of 2.22. Perceptible but acceptable. Note that Pantone and RAL use different color models, so an exact 1:1 match is rarely possible.

What is the HEX code for Pantone 172 C?

The approximate HEX value for Pantone 172 C is #FA4616. In RGB: (250, 70, 22). In CMYK: (0%, 72%, 91%, 2%). In LAB: (56.8, 66.1, 63.0). These are digital approximations — the actual printed Pantone ink may appear slightly different on paper.

What does Delta E (ΔE) mean?

Delta E (ΔE) measures the perceptual difference between two colors in CIE Lab color space. ΔE < 1 is imperceptible to the human eye. ΔE 1–2 is a very close match. ΔE 2–3.5 is perceptible but acceptable for most industrial applications. ΔE > 5 represents a significant visible difference.

Psychology & Uses of Orange Red Tones

Orange radiates enthusiasm, creativity, and vitality. RAL oranges (2xxx) are standard in high-visibility safety equipment, traffic cones, and construction signage. Pantone oranges are favored by tech companies, sports brands, and food & beverage industries.