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
08281E
RGB
8, 40, 30
HSL
161, 67%, 9%
HSB
161, 80%, 16%
CMYK
80, 0, 25, 84
LAB
14, -15, 3
LCH
14, 15, 168
OKLCH
0.25, 0.04, 169
XYZ
1, 2, 1
LUV
14, -10, 4
HWB
161, 3%, 84%
Pantone
5467 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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