Pantone 226 C to RAL

Convert Pantone 226 C to its closest RAL equivalent. The best match is RAL 4010 (Telemagenta) with ΔE 9.6.

Color Values

HEX	#D0006F
RGB	208, 0, 111
CMYK	0%, 100%, 47%, 18%
HSL	328°, 100%, 41%
LAB	45.0, 73.1, -1.0
LCH	45.0, 73.1, 359.2°

Contrast & Readability

On White	5.37:1 — AA
On Black	3.91:1 — AA Large

Top 5 RAL Matches for Pantone 226 C

RAL Code	Name	HEX	ΔE
RAL 4010	Telemagenta	#CF3476	9.6
RAL 4003	Heather violet	#DE4C8A	15.0
RAL 4006	Traffic purple	#A03472	25.5
RAL 4002	Red violet	#922B3E	33.9
RAL 3027	Raspberry red	#C51D34	34.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

What RAL color is equivalent to Pantone 226 C?

The closest RAL equivalent to Pantone 226 C is RAL 4010 (Telemagenta) with a Delta E of 9.55. 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 226 C?

The approximate HEX value for Pantone 226 C is #D0006F. In RGB: (208, 0, 111). In CMYK: (0%, 100%, 47%, 18%). In LAB: (45.0, 73.1, -1.0). 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 Magenta 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.