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
00CDAC
RGB
0, 205, 172
HSL
170, 100%, 40%
HSB
170, 100%, 80%
CMYK
100, 0, 16, 20
LAB
74, -50, 4
LCH
74, 50, 176
OKLCH
0.76, 0.14, 175
XYZ
29, 47, 46
LUV
74, -60, 14
HWB
170, 0%, 20%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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