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
2BA8A9
RGB
43, 168, 169
HSL
180, 59%, 42%
HSB
180, 75%, 66%
CMYK
75, 1, 0, 34
LAB
63, -34, -11
LCH
63, 35, 198
OKLCH
0.67, 0.10, 196
XYZ
22, 31, 42
LUV
63, -45, -10
HWB
180, 17%, 34%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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