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
274D46
RGB
39, 77, 70
HSL
169, 33%, 23%
HSB
169, 49%, 30%
CMYK
49, 0, 9, 70
LAB
30, -16, 0
LCH
30, 16, 181
OKLCH
0.39, 0.05, 181
XYZ
5, 6, 7
LUV
30, -16, 2
HWB
169, 15%, 70%
Pantone
316 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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