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
08312B
RGB
8, 49, 43
HSL
171, 72%, 11%
HSB
171, 84%, 19%
CMYK
84, 0, 12, 81
LAB
17, -16, 0
LCH
17, 16, 182
OKLCH
0.28, 0.05, 181
XYZ
2, 2, 3
LUV
17, -13, 1
HWB
171, 3%, 81%
Pantone
5467 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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