Salsa - Pantone 18-1657 TCX
Salsa is a medium-toned red from the Pantone TCX collection, identified by the code 18-1657 TCX. This warm tone with its vibrant and bold character makes it an excellent choice for bold branding, passionate designs, and statement pieces.
Salsa

Digital Values
#AA182B
170, 24, 43
0%, 86%, 75%, 33%
352, 75.3, 38
36.69, 56.45, 29.26
Pantone Values
Salsa
18-1657 TCX
187C
RAL Values
3002
Carmine Red
8
Color Characteristics
This red exhibits a hue of 352°, 75% saturation, and 38% lightness, creating its distinctive warm appearance. The color translates beautifully across different mediums, from digital displays to cotton fabric swatches.
Design Applications
This versatile color is ideal for bold branding, passionate designs, and statement pieces. It also works beautifully in restaurant interiors, automotive accents, and promotional materials.
Popular Industries: Fashion, Automotive, Food & Beverage, Marketing
Technical Details
Technical specifications include RGB values of 170, 24, 43, CMYK breakdown of 0%, 86%, 75%, 33%, and HSL coordinates of 352, 75.3, 38. The closest RAL equivalent is 3002 (Carmine Red).
Design Tips
Pairs beautifully with cool tones for dynamic contrast. Use sparingly as an accent to avoid overwhelming the design.
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Color Collection
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