India Yellow Hue vs Ink Yellow

How close are they?

ΔE 12.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Ink Yellow is a little darker, warmer than India Yellow Hue.

Can I use Ink Yellow instead of India Yellow Hue?

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

Can I use India Yellow Hue instead of Ink Yellow?

The same difference applies the other way round: India Yellow Hue is a little lighter, cooler.

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.