Pantone Color Finder

Browse and discover Pantone colors from the Pantone Matching System (PMS). Search by code, name, or color family, and view detailed color specifications including RGB, HEX, and CMYK values for professional design and printing.

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Use Case: Design Specifications, Brand Guidelines, Print Production, Color Discovery
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Showing 50 of 50 Pantone colors

Pantone Colors

PANTONE 185 C

C

Red

PANTONE 186 C

C

Red

PANTONE 199 C

C

Red

PANTONE 1788 C

C

Red

PANTONE 185 U

U

Red

PANTONE 186 U

U

Red

PANTONE 021 C

C

Orange

PANTONE 1505 C

C

Orange

PANTONE 1585 C

C

Orange

PANTONE 012 C

C

Yellow

PANTONE 109 C

C

Yellow

PANTONE 116 C

C

Yellow

PANTONE 123 C

C

Yellow

PANTONE 347 C

C

Green

PANTONE 355 C

C

Green

PANTONE 360 C

C

Green

PANTONE 3395 C

C

Green

PANTONE 285 C

C

Blue

PANTONE 286 C

C

Blue

PANTONE 2945 C

C

Blue

PANTONE 300 C

C

Blue

PANTONE 3005 C

C

Blue

PANTONE Process Blue C

C

Blue

PANTONE 285 U

U

Blue

PANTONE 2945 U

U

Blue

PANTONE 2597 C

C

Purple

PANTONE 2685 C

C

Purple

PANTONE 2718 C

C

Purple

PANTONE Purple C

C

Purple

PANTONE 213 C

C

Pink

PANTONE Pink C

C

Pink

PANTONE 218 C

C

Pink

PANTONE Cool Gray 1 C

C

Gray

PANTONE Cool Gray 5 C

C

Gray

PANTONE Cool Gray 11 C

C

Gray

PANTONE Warm Gray 1 C

C

Gray

PANTONE Warm Gray 6 C

C

Gray

PANTONE Cool Gray 11 U

U

Gray

PANTONE 1545 C

C

Brown

PANTONE 4625 C

C

Brown

PANTONE Black C

C

Black

PANTONE White C

C

White

PANTONE Process Cyan C

M

Cyan

PANTONE Process Magenta C

M

Magenta

PANTONE Process Yellow C

M

Yellow

PANTONE Process Black C

M

Black

PANTONE 1837 C

C

Teal

PANTONE Reflex Blue C

C

Blue

PANTONE Orange 021 C

C

Orange

PANTONE Rhodamine Red C

C

Red

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Understanding Pantone Systems

  • •Solid Coated (C) - Most common system for coated paper stocks, provides vibrant colors
  • •Solid Uncoated (U) - For uncoated/matte paper, colors appear more muted than coated
  • •CMYK Coated (M) - Process colors for full-color printing (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black)
  • •C and U versions of the same code have different color values due to paper surface
  • •Always specify the exact Pantone code with suffix (e.g., '185 C' not just '185')

When to Use Pantone Color Finder

  • •Browsing Pantone library for design inspiration and color discovery
  • •Finding specific Pantone colors by code or name for brand guidelines
  • •Exploring color families within the Pantone system (reds, blues, greens, etc.)
  • •Verifying Pantone color values for specification documents and print production
  • •Looking up RGB, HEX, and CMYK equivalents of Pantone colors for digital use

Pro Tips

  • •Use Hex to Pantone Converter when you have a color and need to find the closest Pantone match
  • •Filter by system (C/U/M) to find colors specific to your paper stock or printing method
  • •Search by color family (e.g., 'Blue', 'Red') to explore all Pantone options in that range
  • •Always communicate Pantone colors with full notation including suffix (e.g., 'PANTONE 185 C')

Most Popular

Filter by Solid Coated to browse the most common Pantone colors for professional printing

When to Use This Tool

Brand Guidelines & Specifications

Browse Pantone colors when creating or documenting brand guidelines. Find exact Pantone codes for logo colors, verify existing Pantone specifications, and explore similar options within the official Pantone library.

Print Production & Prepress

Use before sending designs to print to verify Pantone codes, check CMYK breakdowns, and ensure you're specifying the correct system (Coated vs Uncoated) for your paper stock.

Design Inspiration & Discovery

Explore Pantone color families for project inspiration. Browse all blues, reds, or greens to find the perfect shade for your design, then copy the exact values for use in your design tools.

Client Communication

Share precise Pantone specifications with clients, printers, and vendors. Look up colors by code to quickly reference and communicate exact color values across your team.

How It Works

1

Browse the complete Pantone color library with 50+ popular Pantone colors

2

Use the search bar to find colors by Pantone code (e.g., '185'), full name (e.g., 'PANTONE 185 C'), or color family (e.g., 'Red')

3

Filter by system: Solid Coated (C), Solid Uncoated (U), or CMYK Coated (M) based on your printing needs

4

Filter by color family (Red, Blue, Green, etc.) to explore specific color ranges

5

Click any color swatch to view full details including Pantone notation, HEX, RGB, and CMYK values

6

Copy any value (Pantone code, HEX, RGB, CMYK) to clipboard with one click for use in your design software

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Close the details panel and continue browsing to explore more Pantone colors

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between Pantone C, U, and M suffixes?

C (Coated) is for coated/glossy paper and produces vibrant colors. U (Uncoated) is for matte/uncoated paper and produces more muted tones - the same code number will have different color values in C vs U. M (CMYK Coated) represents process colors (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black) for full-color printing. Always specify the complete code including suffix (e.g., 'PANTONE 185 C' not just '185') as they are different colors.

When should I use Pantone Color Finder vs Hex to Pantone Converter?

Use Pantone Color Finder when you want to BROWSE the Pantone library, search for specific Pantone codes, or explore color families. Use Hex to Pantone Converter when you ALREADY HAVE a color (HEX, RGB, or image) and need to find the closest matching Pantone color. Finder is for discovery, Converter is for matching.

Can I use these Pantone colors in digital designs (web, apps)?

Yes, but with limitations. Pantone colors are designed for physical printing with special inks. For digital use, copy the RGB or HEX values - but note that screens cannot perfectly reproduce all Pantone colors due to different color gamuts (RGB vs PMS). The RGB/HEX values provided are close approximations. For true Pantone accuracy, you must print with actual Pantone inks.

Why are there only ~50 Pantone colors in this library?

This tool includes the most commonly used Pantone colors across all color families (reds, blues, greens, etc.) plus popular brand colors like Tiffany Blue (1837 C). The full Pantone Matching System contains 2000+ colors, but these 50 colors cover the vast majority of design needs. For less common Pantone colors, consult the official Pantone color guide books.

How accurate are the on-screen Pantone color previews?

On-screen colors are approximations only. Pantone colors are formulated for print with special inks, and computer screens use RGB which has a different color gamut. Screen calibration, brightness, and ambient lighting also affect appearance. For accurate Pantone color, always use physical Pantone swatch books. The HEX/RGB values are official Pantone conversions but should be verified before production.

What does 'Color Family' mean in the Pantone system?

Color Family groups Pantone colors by their general hue (Red, Blue, Green, Yellow, etc.). This makes it easier to browse related colors. For example, filtering by 'Blue' shows all blues from light sky blues to dark navy blues. Some Pantone colors have unique families like 'Cyan', 'Magenta', and 'Teal' for process or specialized colors.

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