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
2D5352
RGB
45, 83, 82
HSL
178, 30%, 25%
HSB
178, 46%, 33%
CMYK
46, 0, 1, 67
LAB
32, -14, -4
LCH
32, 15, 195
OKLCH
0.41, 0.04, 193
XYZ
6, 7, 9
LUV
32, -16, -3
HWB
178, 18%, 67%
Pantone
316 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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