Pantone 199 C to RAL

Convert Pantone 199 C to its closest RAL equivalent. The best match is RAL 3017 (Rose) with ΔE 7.6.

Color Values

HEX	#D50032
RGB	213, 0, 50
CMYK	0%, 100%, 77%, 16%
HSL	346°, 100%, 42%
LAB	44.8, 70.8, 36.6
LCH	44.8, 79.7, 27.3°

Contrast & Readability

On White	5.42:1 — AA
On Black	3.88:1 — AA Large

Top 5 RAL Matches for Pantone 199 C

RAL Code	Name	HEX	ΔE
RAL 3017	Rose	#E63244	7.6
RAL 3027	Raspberry red	#C51D34	9.1
RAL 3018	Strawberry red	#D53032	9.1
RAL 3028	Pure red	#CB3234	11.7
RAL 2002	Vermilion	#CB2821	12.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

What RAL color is equivalent to Pantone 199 C?

The closest RAL equivalent to Pantone 199 C is RAL 3017 (Rose) with a Delta E of 7.55. 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 199 C?

The approximate HEX value for Pantone 199 C is #D50032. In RGB: (213, 0, 50). In CMYK: (0%, 100%, 77%, 16%). In LAB: (44.8, 70.8, 36.6). 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.