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
00C3AA
RGB
0, 195, 170
HSL
172, 100%, 38%
HSB
172, 100%, 76%
CMYK
100, 0, 13, 24
LAB
71, -47, 0
LCH
71, 47, 179
OKLCH
0.73, 0.13, 179
XYZ
27, 42, 45
LUV
71, -57, 9
HWB
172, 0%, 24%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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