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Pantone Colors

Match any color to Pantone TCX (Fashion, Home + Interiors) and RAL Classic standards using CIEDE2000 Delta E formula.

Credit Usage

Options & Settings

SettingTypeDescription
ModeButtonsMatch finds the nearest Pantone for a colour you pick from an image. Pantone Library lets you browse and search the library directly, with no image.
MatchPantone Library

When to Use

  • Specifying Pantone TCX codes for fabric dyeing
  • Converting digital colors to industry color standards
  • Creating color specification sheets for manufacturers

Pro Tips

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TCX codes are the textile industry standard

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Always verify matched colors against physical Pantone books

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Lower Delta E = closer match to the target color

What to Expect

Best Results

  • Mid-tone colors within standard gamut
  • Accurate Delta E matching (< 2 is excellent)
  • Professional color references for production
  • Consistent results across libraries
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Limited Results

  • Neon/fluorescent colors (out of gamut)
  • Very dark or very light extremes
  • Physical swatch verification always recommended
  • Monitor calibration affects perception

Real-World Examples

Tech Pack Color Specification

5 HEX colors were matched to Pantone TCX codes with Delta E < 3, providing production-ready specifications for a dye house.

RGB to CMYK Conversion

Vibrant RGB colors were converted to CMYK with gamut warnings flagging a bright coral that would shift significantly, allowing the designer to adjust before production.

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