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Hex to Pantone Converter

Convert HEX color codes to the closest Pantone color. Find matching Pantone colors instantly. Free online hex to Pantone converter.

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Enter a 3 or 6 digit hex code with or without #

Your Color

HEX: #7C3BED

RGB: 124, 59, 237

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About Hex to Pantone Converter

Hex to Pantone Converter translates any six-digit or three-digit HEX color into the five closest Pantone TCX matches, ranked by similarity percentage. It searches a curated database of 150+ Pantone TCX colors — covering reds, pinks, oranges, yellows, greens, teals, blues, purples, browns, neutrals, and recent Colors of the Year — using Euclidean distance in RGB color space to measure how close each database entry is to your input color.

Designers and print buyers use this tool when they have a brand color defined in HEX (the standard for web and screen) and need to communicate it to a print vendor, embroiderer, or product manufacturer who works in Pantone. Instead of eyeballing a swatch book, you get a ranked shortlist of candidates with a side-by-side color comparison, so you can quickly narrow down which Pantone number to verify against a physical swatch.

All computation runs locally in your browser — no file upload, no server call, no account required. The HEX value you type never leaves your device, which matters when working on unreleased brand identities or confidential client projects. Enter a color, view instant results, and copy the Pantone name or its corresponding HEX value with one click.

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Key Features

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Top 5 ranked matches

Every search returns the five nearest Pantone TCX colors sorted by similarity percentage, so you can compare candidates before deciding which number to order or specify.

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Side-by-side swatch comparison

A visual comparison strip places your input color next to the best Pantone match, making it easy to judge the gap before committing to a print order.

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RGB distance algorithm

Matches are calculated with Euclidean distance in RGB color space, giving a numeric similarity score from 0–100% for each candidate so the ranking is transparent and reproducible.

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Color picker input

Alongside the HEX text field, a native color picker lets you drag to any hue and instantly see Pantone matches update — useful for exploration before a color is finalized.

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One-click copy for name or HEX

Each result has separate copy buttons for the full Pantone name (e.g., "PANTONE 17-4123 TCX Niagara") and the Pantone HEX value, covering both spec sheet and design file workflows.

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Client-side, no account needed

The entire lookup runs in your browser. No color data is transmitted, logged, or stored — safe for confidential brand work or pre-launch product colors.

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How to Use

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Enter a HEX Code

Type a HEX color code (e.g., #FF5733) into the input field or use the color picker to select a color visually.

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View Pantone Matches

The tool instantly displays the top 5 closest Pantone colors with their name, code, HEX value, and similarity percentage.

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Copy the Result

Click the copy buttons next to any match to copy the Pantone name or HEX value to your clipboard for use in your design projects.

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Example

Entering a mid-range blue HEX returns the five closest Pantone TCX entries ranked by similarity, with the best match highlighted and a side-by-side swatch for visual confirmation.

HEX input
#3B82B5
Top Pantone match
#1 PANTONE 17-4123 TCX  Niagara        93.19%  HEX #558FAD
#2 PANTONE 15-3920 TCX  Placid Blue    91.84%  HEX #84B0C7
#3 PANTONE 18-4028 TCX  Dusk Blue      91.71%  HEX #33628E
#4 PANTONE 19-4049 TCX  Snorkel Blue   90.93%  HEX #034F84
#5 PANTONE 17-4028 TCX  Riverside      89.64%  HEX #4C6A92
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Common Use Cases

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    Translating brand colors to print specs

    Brand guidelines typically store primary colors as HEX for web. When a print vendor, sign maker, or apparel decorator asks for the Pantone number, this tool gives you a ranked shortlist to narrow down against a physical swatch book — specific to print production, not general color conversion.

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    Specifying Pantone for product manufacturing

    Industrial designers and product managers who need to specify a painted, anodized, or injection-molded color to a factory often start from a HEX defined in CAD or a UI spec. Converting to Pantone TCX gives the factory a standard they can measure against a spectrophotometer.

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    Choosing the right Pantone for embroidery or screen printing

    Thread color catalogs and screen printing inks both reference Pantone numbers. Starting from a digital HEX and finding the nearest TCX match narrows down the catalog page before a sample card is ordered.

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    Verifying Pantone consistency across a rebrand

    When a brand updates its HEX palette but wants to keep the same general Pantone family, checking each new HEX against the Pantone database reveals whether the old and new values still map to the same PMS number — or have drifted to a different one.

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    Documenting color specs in a brand style guide

    Style guides should list HEX, RGB, CMYK, and Pantone side by side. For colors that were originally defined in HEX, this tool provides the Pantone candidate to include in the guide and verify against a physical Pantone fan deck.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Hex to Pantone Converter? expand_more
A Hex to Pantone Converter translates digital HEX color codes into the closest matching Pantone (PMS) color. This is essential when transitioning a design from screen to print, as Pantone colors are the industry standard for consistent physical color reproduction.
How accurate is this converter? expand_more
The converter uses Euclidean distance in RGB color space to find the closest match from a curated database of 150+ Pantone TCX colors. While it provides an excellent starting point, exact color matching should always be verified with a physical Pantone swatch book, as screen calibration and color space differences can affect perception.
What Pantone colors are included? expand_more
Our database includes over 150 popular Pantone TCX colors covering the full spectrum — reds, pinks, oranges, yellows, greens, teals, blues, purples, browns, neutrals, and all recent Pantone Colors of the Year including Classic Blue, Living Coral, Ultra Violet, Greenery, Mocha Mousse, Peach Fuzz, and more.
Is my data private and secure? expand_more
Yes, absolutely. All color conversion is performed locally in your browser using JavaScript. No color data, inputs, or results are ever sent to any server, ensuring complete privacy.
How is this different from the Hex to RGB or Hex to CMYK converters? expand_more
The Hex to RGB and Hex to CMYK converters perform mathematical transformations between color models — the output is a calculated value derived from the input. Hex to Pantone is a lookup tool: it searches a database of real Pantone TCX colors and finds the one whose RGB values are closest to your input. The result is a Pantone catalog number you can hand to a print vendor, not a formula.
What does TCX mean in Pantone? expand_more
TCX stands for Textile Color Exchange. It is the Pantone system designed for fabric, apparel, and soft goods. TCX colors are printed on cotton fabric swatches rather than paper, which affects how they appear. If your project involves paper or plastics, look for the equivalent Pantone C (coated) or U (uncoated) number by cross-referencing the TCX name in the official Pantone Color Guide.
Can I enter a short 3-digit HEX code? expand_more
Yes. Both 3-digit shorthand codes (e.g., #3AF) and full 6-digit codes (e.g., #33AAFF) are accepted. The tool expands the shorthand by doubling each digit before performing the lookup, which matches how browsers interpret 3-digit HEX values.
Why do two different HEX colors sometimes return the same top Pantone match? expand_more
Pantone TCX has a finite number of colors, so nearby HEX values within the same color region can all map to the same closest Pantone entry. This is expected behavior — it reflects the limited resolution of the Pantone catalog compared to the 16 million possible HEX values. The similarity percentage shows how close the actual match is.