Pantone 185 C to RAL

Convert Pantone 185 C to its closest RAL equivalent. The best match is RAL 3018 (Strawberry red) with ΔE 12.6.

Color Values

HEX	#E4002B
RGB	228, 0, 43
CMYK	0%, 100%, 81%, 11%
HSL	349°, 100%, 45%
LAB	47.8, 74.2, 44.7
LCH	47.8, 86.7, 31.1°

Contrast & Readability

On White	4.85:1 — AA
On Black	4.33:1 — AA Large

Top 5 RAL Matches for Pantone 185 C

RAL Code	Name	HEX	ΔE
RAL 3018	Strawberry red	#D53032	12.6
RAL 3017	Rose	#E63244	12.7
RAL 2002	Vermilion	#CB2821	13.1
RAL 3020	Traffic red	#CC0605	13.6
RAL 2009	Traffic orange	#F54021	16.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

What RAL color is equivalent to Pantone 185 C?

The closest RAL equivalent to Pantone 185 C is RAL 3018 (Strawberry red) with a Delta E of 12.59. Significant difference. 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 185 C?

The approximate HEX value for Pantone 185 C is #E4002B. In RGB: (228, 0, 43). In CMYK: (0%, 100%, 81%, 11%). In LAB: (47.8, 74.2, 44.7). 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 Red Tones

Red signals urgency, passion, and power. RAL reds (3xxx) dominate fire safety equipment, emergency signage, and automotive finishes. Pantone reds are iconic in luxury fashion, food branding, and political campaigns.