HTML Entity for Circled Asterisk Operator (⊛)
What You'll Learn
How to display the Circled Asterisk Operator (⊛) in HTML using numeric references, named entities, and CSS escapes. This character is U+229B (CIRCLED ASTERISK OPERATOR) in the Mathematical Operators block (U+2200–U+22FF). It denotes a circled-asterisk binary operator in formal math and logic notation.
You can use the named entity ⊛ (alias ⊛), hex ⊛, decimal ⊛, or CSS \229B. Do not confuse ⊛ with plain asterisk U+002A (*) or the circled ring operator U+229A (⊚).
⚡ Quick Reference — Circled Asterisk Operator
U+229BMathematical Operators block
⊛Hexadecimal reference
⊛Decimal reference
⊛Also ⊛
Name Value
──────────── ──────────
Unicode U+229B
Hex code ⊛
HTML code ⊛
Named entity ⊛ / ⊛
CSS code \229BComplete HTML Example
This example demonstrates the Circled Asterisk Operator (⊛) using hexadecimal code, decimal HTML code, the named entity, and a CSS content escape:
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html>
<head>
<style>
#point:after{
content: "\229B";
}
</style>
</head>
<body>
<p class="math">Circled Asterisk Operator using Hexa Decimal: ⊛</p>
<p class="math">Circled Asterisk Operator using HTML Code: ⊛</p>
<p class="math">Circled Asterisk Operator using HTML Entity: ⊛</p>
<p class="math" id="point">Circled Asterisk Operator using CSS Entity: </p>
</body>
</html>🌐 Browser Support
The Circled Asterisk Operator entity is universally supported in all modern browsers:
👀 Live Preview
See the Circled Asterisk Operator in math and notation contexts:
🧠 How It Works
Hexadecimal Code
⊛ uses the Unicode hexadecimal value 229B to display the Circled Asterisk Operator.
Decimal HTML Code
⊛ uses the decimal Unicode value 8859 to display the same character.
Named HTML Entity
⊛ is the standard named entity (short for “operator asterisk”). ⊛ is an equivalent alias for U+229B.
CSS Entity
\229B is used in CSS stylesheets, particularly in the content property of pseudo-elements like ::before and ::after.
Same visual result
All four methods produce the operator glyph: ⊛. Unicode U+229B sits in Mathematical Operators (U+2200–U+22FF).
Use Cases
The Circled Asterisk Operator (⊛) commonly appears in:
Formal expressions and equations using the circled-asterisk operator.
Boolean algebra, logic notation, and formal systems defining this operator.
Research papers, technical articles, and scientific web content.
Math and logic tutorials, textbooks, and e-learning platforms.
Language specs or libraries referencing operator symbols.
Unicode tables, character maps, and operator glossaries.
Use MathML or aria-label="circled asterisk operator" for screen readers.
💡 Best Practices
Do
- Prefer
⊛for readable math HTML source - Use math-friendly fonts (Cambria Math, STIX Two Math, serif)
- Keep entity style consistent within a document
- Consider MathML for complex equations
- Add accessible labels when the operator carries semantic meaning
Don’t
- Confuse U+229B (⊛) with U+229A (⊚) or plain * (U+002A)
- Put CSS escape
\229Binside HTML text nodes - Assume every font renders Mathematical Operators identically
- Use decorative ⊛ where a plain asterisk is intended
- Mix entity styles randomly in one file
Key Takeaways
Named entity is the easiest option
⊛Numeric references also render ⊛
⊛ ⊛For CSS stylesheets, use the escape in the content property
\229BU+229B CIRCLED ASTERISK OPERATOR
⊛ is an alias for the same character
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
⊛ (named entity), ⊛ (hex), ⊛ (decimal), or \229B in CSS content. All produce ⊛.U+229B (CIRCLED ASTERISK OPERATOR). Mathematical Operators block (U+2200–U+22FF). Hex 229B, decimal 8859.⊛, ⊛, or ⊛) go directly in markup. The CSS escape \229B is used in stylesheets, typically in the content property of pseudo-elements.⊛ is the primary named entity for U+229B. ⊛ is an equivalent alias. You can also use ⊛ or ⊛.Explore More HTML Entities!
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