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
2C8A73
RGB
44, 138, 115
HSL
165, 52%, 36%
HSB
165, 68%, 54%
CMYK
68, 0, 17, 46
LAB
52, -33, 4
LCH
52, 33, 173
OKLCH
0.57, 0.09, 173
XYZ
13, 20, 19
LUV
52, -37, 11
HWB
165, 17%, 46%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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