RAL 1017 to Pantone

Convert RAL 1017 (Saffron yellow) to its closest Pantone equivalent. The best match is 123 C (Yellow) with ΔE 8.8.

Color Values

HEX	#F5D033
RGB	245, 208, 51
CMYK	0%, 15%, 79%, 4%
HSL	49°, 91%, 58%
LAB	84.4, -1.8, 76.0
LCH	84.4, 76.0, 91.3°

Contrast & Readability

On White	1.51:1 — Fail
On Black	13.95:1 — AAA

Top 5 Pantone Matches for RAL 1017

Pantone Code	Name	HEX	ΔE
123 C	Yellow	#FFC72C	8.8
109 C	Yellow	#FFD100	10.5
116 C	Yellow	#FFCD00	10.6
103 C	Gold	#C6AD0F	14.6
102 C	Yellow	#FCE300	15.9

Frequently Asked Questions

What Pantone color is equivalent to RAL 1017?

The closest Pantone equivalent to RAL 1017 is 123 C (Yellow) with a Delta E of 8.8.

What is the HEX code for RAL 1017?

RAL 1017 (Saffron yellow) has the HEX value #F5D033, RGB(245, 208, 51), CMYK(0%, 15%, 79%, 4%), LAB(84.4, -1.8, 76.0), and LCH values.

Psychology & Uses of Saffron yellow Tones

Yellow conveys optimism, energy, and warmth. In industrial contexts, RAL yellows (1xxx) are widely used for safety signage, machinery marking, and urban furniture. Pantone yellows are popular in food packaging, retail branding, and children's products.