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
254944
RGB
37, 73, 68
HSL
172, 33%, 22%
HSB
172, 49%, 29%
CMYK
49, 0, 7, 71
LAB
28, -15, -1
LCH
28, 15, 185
OKLCH
0.38, 0.04, 184
XYZ
4, 6, 6
LUV
28, -15, 1
HWB
172, 15%, 71%
Pantone
5467 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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