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
0F6366
RGB
15, 99, 102
HSL
182, 74%, 23%
HSB
182, 85%, 40%
CMYK
85, 3, 0, 60
LAB
38, -23, -9
LCH
38, 25, 201
OKLCH
0.46, 0.07, 199
XYZ
7, 10, 14
LUV
38, -27, -8
HWB
182, 6%, 60%
Pantone
316 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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