Phalanx Yellow vs Arylide Yellow Deep

How close are they?

ΔE 11.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Arylide Yellow Deep is a little darker than Phalanx Yellow.

Can I use Arylide Yellow Deep instead of Phalanx Yellow?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Arylide Yellow Deep is a little darker than Phalanx Yellow.

Can I use Phalanx Yellow instead of Arylide Yellow Deep?

The same difference applies the other way round: Phalanx Yellow is a little lighter.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.