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
11906F
RGB
17, 144, 111
HSL
164, 79%, 32%
HSB
164, 88%, 56%
CMYK
88, 0, 23, 44
LAB
53, -40, 8
LCH
53, 40, 168
OKLCH
0.58, 0.11, 169
XYZ
13, 21, 18
LUV
53, -43, 18
HWB
164, 7%, 44%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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