Convert RAL 7023 (Concrete grey) to its closest Pantone equivalent. The best match is Warm Gray 11 C (Gray) with ΔE 7.9.
| HEX | #686C5E |
|---|---|
| RGB | 104, 108, 94 |
| CMYK | 4%, 0%, 13%, 58% |
| HSL | 77°, 7%, 40% |
| LAB | 44.9, -4.3, 7.3 |
| LCH | 44.9, 8.5, 120.6° |
| On White | 5.39:1 — AA |
|---|---|
| On Black | 3.90:1 — AA Large |
| Pantone Code | Name | HEX | ΔE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warm Gray 11 C | Gray | #6E6259 | 7.9 |
| 424 C | Gray | #707372 | 8.4 |
| Warm Gray 9 C | Gray | #83786F | 9.4 |
| Cool Gray 9 C | Gray | #75787B | 11.4 |
| 425 C | Gray | #54585A | 12.3 |
The closest Pantone equivalent to RAL 7023 is Warm Gray 11 C (Gray) with a Delta E of 7.9.
RAL 7023 (Concrete grey) has the HEX value #686C5E, RGB(104, 108, 94), CMYK(4%, 0%, 13%, 58%), LAB(44.9, -4.3, 7.3), and LCH values.
Gray conveys neutrality, balance, and sophistication. RAL grays (7xxx) are the most specified colors in industrial design — used in machinery housings, IT equipment, automotive interiors, and architectural facades. Essential as a background that lets other colors stand out.