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
28524F
RGB
40, 82, 79
HSL
176, 34%, 24%
HSB
176, 51%, 32%
CMYK
51, 0, 4, 68
LAB
32, -16, -3
LCH
32, 16, 191
OKLCH
0.41, 0.05, 189
XYZ
5, 7, 8
LUV
32, -18, -1
HWB
176, 16%, 68%
Pantone
316 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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