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
299389
RGB
41, 147, 137
HSL
174, 56%, 37%
HSB
174, 72%, 58%
CMYK
72, 0, 7, 42
LAB
55, -33, -4
LCH
55, 33, 187
OKLCH
0.60, 0.09, 186
XYZ
16, 23, 27
LUV
55, -39, 0
HWB
174, 16%, 42%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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