RAL Classic Color Code Validator

Checks

• ✓ RAL code format (optional "RAL" prefix followed by a 4-digit code)
• ✓ Whether the code exists in the RAL Classic palette (~215 colors)
• ✓ Color range identification (1000s = yellows, 2000s = oranges, etc.)
• ✓ Approximate hex RGB value with visual color swatch
• ✓ Color name in English, German, French, and Dutch

Does not check

• ✗ RAL Design System, RAL Effect, or RAL Plastics palettes (only RAL Classic)
• ✗ Whether the RGB approximation matches a specific monitor or print profile
• ✗ Colorimetric accuracy (CIE L*a*b* values, Delta E)
• ✗ Whether the color is currently in production or discontinued