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
2DBCA1
RGB
45, 188, 161
HSL
169, 61%, 46%
HSB
169, 76%, 74%
CMYK
76, 0, 14, 26
LAB
69, -43, 3
LCH
69, 43, 177
OKLCH
0.72, 0.12, 176
XYZ
25, 39, 40
LUV
69, -52, 11
HWB
169, 18%, 26%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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