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
174E47
RGB
23, 78, 71
HSL
172, 54%, 20%
HSB
172, 71%, 31%
CMYK
71, 0, 9, 69
LAB
29, -20, -1
LCH
29, 20, 184
OKLCH
0.39, 0.06, 183
XYZ
4, 6, 7
LUV
29, -20, 1
HWB
172, 9%, 69%
Pantone
316 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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