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
2BB090
RGB
43, 176, 144
HSL
166, 61%, 43%
HSB
166, 76%, 69%
CMYK
76, 0, 18, 31
LAB
64, -42, 6
LCH
64, 43, 172
OKLCH
0.68, 0.12, 172
XYZ
22, 34, 32
LUV
64, -49, 16
HWB
166, 17%, 31%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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