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
05907A
RGB
5, 144, 122
HSL
171, 93%, 29%
HSB
171, 97%, 56%
CMYK
97, 0, 15, 44
LAB
53, -38, 2
LCH
53, 38, 177
OKLCH
0.58, 0.11, 177
XYZ
14, 21, 22
LUV
53, -43, 9
HWB
171, 2%, 44%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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