Convert Pantone 206 C to its closest RAL equivalent. The best match is RAL 4010 (Telemagenta) with ΔE 14.8.
| HEX | #CE0058 |
|---|---|
| RGB | 206, 0, 88 |
| CMYK | 0%, 100%, 57%, 19% |
| HSL | 334°, 100%, 40% |
| LAB | 44.0, 71.0, 11.8 |
| LCH | 44.0, 72.0, 9.4° |
| On White | 5.58:1 — AA |
|---|---|
| On Black | 3.77:1 — AA Large |
| RAL Code | Name | HEX | ΔE |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAL 4010 | Telemagenta | #CF3476 | 14.8 |
| RAL 4003 | Heather violet | #DE4C8A | 20.4 |
| RAL 3027 | Raspberry red | #C51D34 | 21.9 |
| RAL 3017 | Rose | #E63244 | 24.0 |
| RAL 3028 | Pure red | #CB3234 | 27.1 |
The closest RAL equivalent to Pantone 206 C is RAL 4010 (Telemagenta) with a Delta E of 14.79. Significant difference. Note that Pantone and RAL use different color models, so an exact 1:1 match is rarely possible.
The approximate HEX value for Pantone 206 C is #CE0058. In RGB: (206, 0, 88). In CMYK: (0%, 100%, 57%, 19%). In LAB: (44.0, 71.0, 11.8). These are digital approximations — the actual printed Pantone ink may appear slightly different on paper.
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.
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.