Psychology
Cyan reads as cool, clean, and slightly clinical — the color of clear water, ice, and sterile environments. Calming without the gravity of deep blue.
Meaning
Associated with technology, communication, and freshness. It's one of the four process inks, indirectly tying it to printing, screens, and infrastructure visuals.
Applications
Strong choice for tech, healthcare, and wellness products. Use bright cyan sparingly — it can overpower neighboring hues.
Conversion
HEX
009997
RGB
0, 153, 151
HSL
179, 100%, 30%
HSB
179, 100%, 60%
CMYK
100, 0, 1, 40
LAB
57, -35, -9
LCH
57, 36, 195
OKLCH
0.62, 0.11, 193
XYZ
17, 25, 33
LUV
57, -44, -8
HWB
179, 0%, 40%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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