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
03585A
RGB
3, 88, 90
HSL
181, 94%, 18%
HSB
181, 97%, 35%
CMYK
97, 2, 0, 65
LAB
33, -22, -8
LCH
33, 24, 200
OKLCH
0.42, 0.07, 198
XYZ
5, 8, 11
LUV
33, -25, -7
HWB
181, 1%, 65%
Pantone
316 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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