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
216865
RGB
33, 104, 101
HSL
177, 52%, 27%
HSB
177, 68%, 41%
CMYK
68, 0, 3, 59
LAB
40, -23, -5
LCH
40, 24, 192
OKLCH
0.47, 0.07, 191
XYZ
8, 11, 14
LUV
40, -27, -3
HWB
177, 13%, 59%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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