Pantone to Hex Converter
Look up a commonly-cited sRGB hex approximation for a Pantone color name, like Pantone 186 C or Pantone 285 C. Unofficial, screen reference only.
How Pantone to Hex Conversion Works
Pantone is a trademarked, proprietary color matching system with no free official hex specification. The hex values used here are commonly-cited sRGB approximations of a handful of widely-recognized Pantone names, intended for on-screen reference only — this is not an official or licensed Pantone conversion. This tool looks up your input name (case-insensitive) against that fixed set and returns the approximate hex code. For exact physical color matching, use Pantone's own official swatch book or fan deck.
Pantone to Hex Example, Step by Step
Pantone 285 C = #0072CE
Pantone 285 C = #0072CE
Input: "Pantone 285 C" Lowercase and compare against covered Pantone names Match found: Pantone 285 C Result: #0072CE (approximation)
| Step | Description | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Take the input name | "Pantone 285 C" | input string |
| Normalize casing | lowercase for comparison | "pantone 285 c" |
| Match against covered Pantone names | exact string match | found: Pantone 285 C |
| Return the approximate hex value | stored sRGB approximation | #0072CE |
This hex value is a commonly-cited approximation, not an official Pantone-licensed color — treat it as a screen reference, not a print-accurate value.
Common Mistakes With Pantone to Hex
- Treating the returned hex as an official, licensed Pantone value rather than an unofficial approximation.
- Leaving off the "C" suffix or using a different format than the stored name, which the exact-match lookup won't recognize.
- Expecting coverage of the full Pantone Matching System — this tool only includes a small set of well-known names.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an official Pantone hex conversion?
No. Pantone is a proprietary, trademarked color system, and there's no free official hex specification for it. The values here are commonly-cited sRGB approximations meant for on-screen reference only, not a licensed conversion.
Which Pantone names does this tool support?
A small set of widely-recognized names: Pantone 186 C, Pantone Yellow C, Pantone 285 C, Pantone Black C, Pantone Reflex Blue C, and Pantone 355 C.
How exact does the Pantone name need to be?
The lookup is an exact, case-insensitive match against the stored name, including the "C" suffix — "Pantone 285 C" works, but "Pantone 285" without the C won't.
What's the approximate hex for Pantone 285 C?
#0072CE — the commonly-cited sRGB approximation for Pantone 285 C, a widely-used blue.
Can I use this hex value for professional print work?
No — for accurate physical color matching, always reference Pantone's own official swatch books or fan decks. Screen approximations vary by display and printing process.